go If you're going to live a one tonne lifestyle, it's easier in a Passivhaus By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 19 Dec 2019 16:03:15 -0500 In which I try to clear up some misconceptions. Full Article Design
go Garage by Graypants is gorgeous and green By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 15 Apr 2014 12:09:58 -0400 Known to TreeHugger for their trademark lamps, the Seattle practice does a bigger building Full Article Design
go Seattle fights for sea animals by going strawless for September By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 25 Aug 2017 07:00:00 -0400 Residents and businesses alike are joining the Lonely Whale Foundation to help stem ocean pollution by giving up plastic straws for the month. Full Article Science
go Why Amazon Go should be a no-go: We will drown in a sea of plastic By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 29 Jan 2018 09:17:03 -0500 Even the fruits and vegetables are wrapped in plastic so that the sensors can read them, inculcating a culture of convenience and waste. Full Article Science
go Grain Sacks Never Looked So Good By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 16 Jan 2007 08:06:49 -0500 Old canvas bags have never looked so good. These antique Hungarian grain sacks date from 1910-1930. They are handwoven with flax linen, which is known for its durability and strength, and is said to be two to three times stronger than cotton. The Full Article Design
go Hot Rocks Energy Gets a $5 Million Nod from Govt By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 22 Feb 2007 08:06:19 -0500 Much to the scepticism of our readers we’ve covered hot rocks at least once or twice before. In a nutshell, it’s a form geothermal energy derived from pumping water kilometres underground where it gets heated enough (by hot rocks!) to then rise back to Full Article Energy
go Another Way That Riding A Bike Is Good For You By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 07 May 2008 14:26:57 -0400 They actually have a Deputy Minister for Cycling in Hungary's Ministry of Economics and Transport. They are also promoting cycling with this sexy video that Grist calls safe for work if you use headphones. A commenter on osocio translates it:First of Full Article Transportation
go Toxic Waste Lagoons Bursting: The Intersection Of Climate Change & Inadequate Design By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 07 Oct 2010 20:50:41 -0400 Wastewater or sludge storage lagoons are designed, in part, based on statistical probability of annual precipitation and evaporation amounts. The data behind these estimates generally don't take into account contemporary Full Article Technology
go Couple's minimalist cargo van conversion is an incognito home on wheels By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 21 Feb 2017 07:00:00 -0500 A roaming freelance photographer and writer go on the road in this self-built live-work space on wheels. Full Article Design
go Ditch the laundry jugs and go plastic-free By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 30 Jun 2015 08:03:00 -0400 What's the point of doing laundry with non-toxic soap if it still produces loads of un-recycled plastic waste? Full Article Living
go 7 ways the government shutdown is bad for treehuggers By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 01 Oct 2013 13:23:27 -0400 Take a look at some of the ways that the shutdown is bad for the environment. Full Article Business
go Advisor to EPA says a little air pollution is good for kids By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 06 Nov 2017 08:53:50 -0500 We wrote earlier: "Lick that dirty pacifier!" Now we say "Breathe that dirty air!" Full Article Business
go Trump administration, EPA say radiation is good for you By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 03 Oct 2018 09:28:03 -0400 Soon American workers can get more health-giving exposure to x-rays and radiation and help the economy boom! Full Article Living
go This food cart looks good enough to eat By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 19 Sep 2016 15:02:57 -0400 Most hot dog carts are ugly and utilitarian. This one's not. Full Article Design
go Britain doesn't have enough salad to go around By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 28 Dec 2016 15:07:00 -0500 Severe flooding in Spain has led to shortages so bad in the UK that some supermarkets are flying produce in from the United States. Full Article Living
go Leonardo DiCaprio's Green Oscar, Salma Hayek's Got Milk, and More By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 13 Feb 2009 16:25:00 -0500 My favorite eco-star might of gotten snubbed by Oscar, but Leo's enivormental work gets a green prize. The actor/activist was honored with the International Green Film Award by Soviet President Mikhail Gorbachev at the Full Article Living
go How to Go Green: Like Celebrities By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 19 Feb 2009 11:51:34 -0500 Celebrities, and their various efforts to go green, can be a bit of a mixed bag. On the one hand, it's great that high-profile, highly-visible folks are affecting positive change by both reducing their impact on Full Article HTGG
go 7 Gorgeous Eco Celebrities We Can't Believe are Single By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 25 Nov 2009 06:40:22 -0500 They're hot, they're celebrities, and they believe in saving the Earth. But what's better is that they all have one thing in common (besides the environment) -- they're single! We've listed some of our favorite eco-hotties below Full Article Living
go Isoude: Gorgeous Green Fashion That's Built to Last (Slideshow) By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 21 Sep 2009 15:18:35 -0400 A couple of years ago, I made the New Year's resolution that my new clothing purchases would be limited to green garments. With the quality and selection of ">green fashion that's become available recently, it's been a promise Full Article Living
go California governor signs bill legalizing hemp farming in the state By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 30 Sep 2013 16:08:40 -0400 After making its way through the Californian legislature with bi-partisan support (!), the California Industrial Hemp Farming Act (aka SB 566) was signed by governor Jerry Brown and became state law. Full Article Science
go Patagonia launches new Workwear line made with innovative hemp fabric By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 02 Aug 2017 18:14:26 -0400 Finally, there is now an ethical and practical alternative work wear option to Carhartt and Dickies. Full Article Living
go California, Oregon and Washington join British Columbia to create new environmental superpower By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 04 Nov 2013 09:53:24 -0500 Last week, California joined Oregon and Washington in signing a pact with British Columbia called the Pacific Coast Action Plan on Climate and Energy, which forms an alliance to set shared fuel standards and mandates for cutting carbon emissions. Full Article Business
go Grand 280 sq. ft. Oregon tiny home is influenced by Japanese design By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 10 Mar 2015 09:00:00 -0400 Inspired by the small, simple and efficient spaces of Japan, is this lovely tiny home that comes with a lot of luxurious features. Full Article Design
go Oregon's Lost Lake is disappearing through a strange hole By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 30 Apr 2015 06:49:06 -0400 Bye bye, lake. Where it's going, nobody knows for sure. Full Article Science
go Jerks destroy iconic natural sandstone formation in Oregon state park By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 06 Sep 2016 08:54:06 -0400 Why do people do this kind of thing? Full Article Science
go In the battle for social domination of the roads, Oregon imposes a bike tax By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 12 Jul 2017 12:00:40 -0400 Because cyclists should pay their fair share, right? Full Article Transportation
go Teen who started Oregon fire ordered to pay $37 million By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 21 May 2018 17:27:16 -0400 The Eagle Creek Fire, which consumed nearly 50,000 acres, was started when the teen threw fireworks into the forested canyon. Full Article Science
go Goat yoga? Yes, there is such a thing (Video) By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 31 May 2018 09:00:00 -0400 This surprising trend combines the comfort found in being around animals, along with the well-known benefits of practicing yoga. Full Article Living
go Refillable beer bottling system launched in Oregon By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 19 Sep 2018 14:04:15 -0400 It is by far the most energy efficient way of packaging beer. It tastes better and there is no BPA. Full Article Living
go The Goose is a roomy tiny house that fits up to three beds By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 17 Oct 2018 13:11:28 -0400 Built on a gooseneck trailer, this modern tiny house is designed to accommodate up to three sleeping areas. Full Article Design
go Etsy might not change the world, but it's the best we've got for now By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 13 May 2015 08:00:00 -0400 The shopping world is rife with corruption and exploitation, and while it would be lovely for companies to mend their evil ways, that's highly unlikely. In the meantime, Etsy provides a decent alternative for conscientious shoppers. Full Article Living
go Natural treasures preserved in gorgeous hand-cast resin jewelry By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 06 Jan 2016 17:19:17 -0500 Feathers, shells, leaves, flowers and even bark are encased in resin to create this lovely collection of handmade, resin-based jewelry. Full Article Living
go Florida may pass "Sunshine Protection Act" and go on Daylight Saving Time all year round By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 26 Jan 2018 09:04:39 -0500 This is a very good idea that all of North America should consider. Full Article Energy
go Coclico’s gorgeous shoes come with carbon offsets By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 02 Oct 2014 14:18:43 -0400 These designer shoes embody traditional craftsmanship and a Slow Fashion aesthetic. Full Article Living
go Will the Canadian government actually switch to ethically produced uniforms? By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 09 Feb 2015 06:12:00 -0500 A special task force has been set up, but whether the talk and research turns into action is another matter. Full Article Living
go Ron Wallace is the 'Lord of the Gourd' with Record-Breaking Giant Pumpkin By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 02 Oct 2012 05:00:00 -0400 How would you like to carve a Jack-o-lantern from one of these three record-breaking pumpkins from this weekend? Full Article Living
go When Governments and Activists Say "Resilience", They Do Not Mean the Same Thing By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 22 Feb 2012 06:50:50 -0500 Transition Towns founder Rob Hopkins sets out what Resilience 2.0 might look like. Full Article Design
go Waterproof solar cell could go through the wash and still work By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 19 Sep 2017 10:43:01 -0400 The solar cell can be stretched, bent and compressed without substantially affecting performance. Full Article Technology
go Chicago power company aims for 1 million smart thermostats by 2020 By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 12 Oct 2015 16:07:55 -0400 Not only will this save home owners money, but it will also allow utilities to manage demand during peak times. Full Article Business
go Is Elon Musk going to reinvent the air conditioner? By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 10 Sep 2018 12:16:45 -0400 What is that man smoking? Full Article Design
go Guinness goes vegan by nixing the fish bits By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 02 May 2017 11:02:37 -0400 The Irish beer giant has stopped using fish bladders for filtration of its keg beer; cans and bottles to follow suit by the end of the year. Full Article Living
go City Bees Go to Church in London and Get Saved By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 23 Jun 2010 05:05:17 -0400 The plight of the bumblebee is a matter of great concern. Their numbers are declining, some species are on the brink of extinction and colony collapse disorder has spread in the U.S. Albert Einstein may (or may not) have said Full Article Living
go Bringing the Rich World of the Galapagos into the High School Classroom By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Sat, 13 Dec 2008 11:25:15 -0500 Now that the Toyota International Teacher Program has ended, I've decided to turn the spotlight on a few of the teachers involved. First came the middle school teachers. Next up, a couple of the high school-teaching Full Article Science
go Weird and Wonderful Galapagos Wildlife Worth Saving By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 30 Apr 2010 07:50:16 -0400 Darwin made a smart choice when he picked Galapagos as the place to develop his theory of natural selection: This group of islands has some of the most incredible species in the world. Earlier this month, a star-studded group of adventurers with the Missi Full Article Science
go Weird and Wonderful Galapagos Wildlife Worth Saving (Slideshow) By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 30 Apr 2010 10:00:02 -0400 A star-studded group of adventurers with the Mission Blue oceans conservation group went on a trip to the Galapagos earlier this month. But the true stars of the show were the incredible species endemic to the islands: many Full Article Science
go Should The Galapagos Be Taken Off The Endangered Sites List? By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 30 Jul 2010 12:43:00 -0400 Yesterday Brian wrote Galapagos Islands Moved Off Endangered Sites List, concluding: Full Article Living
go 5 Things Everyone Should Know About the Galapagos: An Introduction By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 23 Nov 2010 07:28:08 -0500 Photo credit: Wikipedia/Creative Commons 24 of the top teachers in the U.S. have been chosen to go to the Galapagos Islands, with the Toyota International Teacher Program. The program is designed to engage a variety of conservation and education issues Full Article Science
go Are the Galapagos Islands Ready for More Tourism? By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 29 Nov 2010 07:46:13 -0500 The Galapagos Islands are like no place on earth. The Galapagos Islands have too many Full Article Science
go What is Really Being Done to Save the Galapagos? By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 30 Nov 2010 08:08:13 -0500 Conservation efforts, especially in places as renowned as the Galapagos, have something of a reputation. It's developers vs. protesters, consumers vs. conservationists, people Full Article Science
go The Ballad of Lonesome George, The Galapagos' Most Famous Tortoise By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 30 Nov 2010 10:48:27 -0500 Lonesome George is quite a character. He's a Pinta Island tortoise, and, as Brian noted when he visited a few years ago, he's the last of this breed. Yep, that means when he's gone, that's it -- his species will Full Article Science