European emissions of sulphur and nitrogen pollution have fallen greatly in recent decades, a new report shows. However, even at present levels they harm sensitive ecosystems, and will continue do so for some years to come.

Ahead of the 2016 Paris Agreement on climate change, various climate and energy policy actions were proposed to target pledged 'nationally determined contributions' (NDCs). Now, researchers have quantified the global impact of implementing these actions on air quality, and determined that they have the potential to substantially reduce air pollution worldwide, with significant co-benefits for human health and agriculture — including the prevention of up to 99 000 premature deaths annually by 2030. These co-benefits could offset the global costs of climate policy; this study thus calls for an integrated policy perspective that aims to maximise the benefits of NDCs for climate and health.

Scientists have discovered a novel way to produce bioplastic, which could be more cost-effective on a commercial scale than current techniques. The new technique, which uses microscopic algae to synthesise a widely used polyester, has the potential to revolutionise plastic production, say the researchers.

The chemical 1,4-dioxane, a solvent suspected of causing cancer, is very difficult to clean up once it enters the environment. However, hope is offered by recent scientific developments that use plants, bacteria and fungi to decontaminate water resources. Scientists provided a round-up of these 1,4-dioxane bioremediation techniques in a recent analysis.

“Brexit is costing us lives”

Badly injured from a crow attack, little Wasabi-Chan was nursed back to health by a crafty rescuer in Japan.

How much money can you save by making certain green changes in your life? We'll tell you.

Researchers in Costa Rica are studying the vocalizations of Alston's singing mice to learn more about human speech.

The devastating earthquake that ravaged Japan in 2011 may have also wreaked havoc on vital fisheries.

Aiming to help eradicate the 'performance dinosaur' otherwise known as the standard American home, Bensonwood launches an affordable green prefab offshoot dubbe

From Vo Tong Nghia Architects comes a finish-it-yourself dwelling that can be delivered throughout the Mekong Delta via long-tail boat.

Energy prices are going to get more expensive for all of us, but low-income households shouldn't have to shoulder the burden. Here's how we can help them.

If you thought the plastic bag waste from a loaf was a big problem, wait till you find out what's even more damaging.

Beef and farmed catfish aren't great on the environment, but wild-caught fish and farmed shellfish have low environmental impacts.

In a bizarre twist, actor claims Costner duped him into selling shares in company that separates oil from water.

Actor says Stephen Baldwin's claims that he was duped out of shares in his oil separation company are untrue.

Actor says his oil separation technology coupled with special boats can effectively stop an oil slick from reaching shore.

Stephen Baldwin and a business partner were suing Kevin Costner and his Ocean Therapy Solutions for more than $17 million in damages.

Rich natural gas deposits off the shore of Israel can meet the country's energy needs well into the next century, provided it can be extracted economically.

Soil is drying up all over the world, Google is dropping big bucks building a wind power transmission line, and a spider and centipede battle it out.

What an extraordinary story, the increase in power and decrease in price of the personal computer.

Antique bulbs create retro vibe but also are the most-energy guzzling option for restaurants.

Raising a child is an expensive undertaking, and new parents can get a severe case of sticker shock even before they've left the maternity ward.

Mice zapped with cosmic rays can incur brain damage, suggesting that astronauts' brains could suffer over time on deep-space missions to Mars and beyond.

Conservation photographer Krista Schlyer is documenting the people, wildlife and landscapes of America's 'forgotten' river.

Southern Asia, western Europe and southern Australia are among the areas at most risk.

In collaboration with the Make It Right foundation and William McDonough, the green prefab powerhouse debuts a LEED Platinum home starting at $179,000.

Type in your destination, and Cost2drive figures out your gas costs and CO2 emissions.

This four-part series gives great advice on getting a new generation to enjoy the outdoors.

Video: At-risk young people get hands-on training and spread their new green skills throughout The Big Easy.

Video: At 6 billion bottles and counting, a Fortune 100 company has forged a partnership that’s created the largest recycling center of it’s kind in the wor

Video: Pizza Fusion shows us how any job can become a green job with the right attitude and practices.

Philips, a company known for its L Prize-winning, checking account-busting incandescent replacements, enters the web-enabled LED market with a spendy, smart and

LEDs saved about 71 trillion British thermal units, equivalent to an annual energy cost savings of about $675 million!

In manufacturing, 'flat' has long been synonymous with 'low-cost' but can this also be applied to consumer LED bulbs? The 2D-Light gives it a go.

Meet Don DiCostanzo, the entrepreneur behind Pedego electric bikes. Find out what he thinks about President Obama, e-bikes in bike lanes, and the way to a green

EcoSnoop starts a new class of vigilante green apps for the iPhone. Now you can report neighborhood polluters.

Star Count 2019 engages stargazers in England and draws attention to the growing threat of light pollution.

Actor and entrepreneur says his centrifuges could make a difference in small-scale oil cleanups.

Company says latest tests prove the machines can make a difference in Gulf cleanup efforts.

Speaking on 'Larry King Live', actor says he hopes his tombstone reads 'And he made movies, too.'

Costner, Baldwin battle in court of oil spill tech. The lawsuit is based on allegations that Kevin Costner and a business partner duped Stephen Baldwin and anot

How much money and energy do you spend each year powering the gadgets in your home? This infographic breaks it down for you.

Scientists discover how entire ecosystems benefit from wolves keeping herbivores on edge.

While Morieka Johnson usually loves a good bargain, she knows that when it comes to local, sustainably raised beef, you get what you pay for.

Actor is taken to court over 17 bronze horse and bison sculptures he commissioned back in the late '90s.

It's amazing what light can do when seen from the right angle. Check out this beautiful sunset sky from the mountains of Costa Rica.

This up-and-coming destination is cheaper than its counterparts in Western Europe but no less attractive in terms of beauty, affordability and sustainability.