Earth's species are now vanishing at rates unprecedented in human history. That matters for more reasons than many people realize.

Using a diesel engine to power a hydraulic power system, Lightning hopes to take X Prize.

'The Art and Science of Ernst Haeckel' is a collection of beautifully illustrated flora and fauna by a German biologist and artist.

To qualify as biodegradable, plastic must be scientifically proven to break down completely within a short time, but even plastic certified as biodegradable may

Fern Cave hosts a wealth of species, including the largest colony in the world of endangered gray bats and many other species.

Even if the FDA knows something is harmful, it seems no one can make them do anything about it.

The fast-food chain will source chicken that hasn't been given unnecessary antibiotics, and will also offer hormone-free milk.

If your dad enjoys a draught of red wine with his joint of charred beef, feel virtuous in indulging him this Father's Day.

For biodynamic goodness full of organic fruity flavor, try Zhena's Gypsy Tea's new line of good-for-you green teas.

Which label, USDA certified-organic or Demeter USA certified-biodynamic, indicates the better bottle?

Many people still don't know what biodynamic means, but wines grown biodynamically are popular with the experts.

Biodynamics is often misunderstood. This short video gives some basic facts.

If you've never tried a Carmenere before, Lapostolle’s Alexandre Cuvee Carmenere would be a great bottle to start with.

Director and wife Suzy Amis also reveal that they went vegan after watching the documentary 'Forks Over Knives.'

From the Montepulciano region of Italy comes a rich, spicy wine from Italy’s largest winery, which is embracing biodynamic practices.

Method creates a healthy system of plants, animals and soil while considering celestial effects on life.

Two groups have received $80 million in funding from the ARRA for advanced biofuels research.

The U.S. Department of Energy recently awarded $24 million to three algal biofuels research projects.

A 'living' wrapper called kombucha slime could ease the world's plastic pain.

While research on the lab-altered H5N1 virus that can be transmitted between mammals in laboratories is put on hold, scientists are debating how to balance bios

The disruption ahead extends well beyond healthcare. Are you prepared?

Find out where to fill up with biodiesel on a road trip.

Turning fast-food waste oil into clean-burning biodiesel, a father-son duo sees no downside.

Kid Rock is using a sustainable brewery to brew his new American Badass Beer.

New findings show that microbes present in biodiesel cause reactions that weaken the steel in fuel storage tanks.

Keep an eye out for the famous biodiesel-powered, peanut-shaped vehicle.

Lipids derived from gator fat meet nearly all of the official standards for high-quality biodiesel.

Actress and environmental activist Daryl Hannah tells WSJ's Joe White about the biodiesel-powered cars in her garage at the 2012 ECO:nomics conference.

Daniel Gomez Iniguez isn't a typical college student. Gomez and his three partners have developed biodiesel production technology designed to be accessible in a

Virtually sulfur-free biodiesel fuel is available in blends for home oil burners.

A Canadian company and a partner are the latest to defraud an EPA system designed to bring more renewable fuels into the market.

Fifteen-year-old Cassandra Lin is changing her community, her state, and her world, one pot of grease at a time.

First North American Biochar Convention pulls in top Obama brass and puts this fledgling industry on the map.

Using agricultural waste to make biochar has the potential to reduce 12% of global CO2 emissions annually.

American farmers’ noncompliance with rules intended to keep bugs from developing pesticide resistance could mean trouble for corn.

It’s one of the fastest-growing industries, and states across the U.S. have been eagerly courting the industry in the hopes of landing new manufacturing plant

Philosopher suggests that bioengineering people to be herbivores with small statures and cat-like eyes could help to save the planet.

Biomimicry has been around for decades, but could it be the future of sustainability? Some researchers are using nature to develop better technology, while othe

Bioluminescent art blends science and creativity to create images that can only be seen in the dark.

Researchers are setting their sights to resurrecting passenger pigeons and woolly mammoths, but would it do more harm than good?

DARPA using biotechnology in an effort to boost the U.S.'s national defense.

Signals that coordinate the rhythms of our heart and lungs offer inspiration for creating 'unbreakable' security codes.

Imagine your city illuminated at night by glow stick-like lighting generated entirely from living organisms.

Photovoltaic cells convert the sun's energy into electricity — but what if solar energy could instead be converted directly into liquid fuel?

Connecticut inventor and tinkerer Dave Nichols thinks cars should run on biomass. He just might just be on to something.

Scientists have discovered a novel new way of using microwaves to turn orange peels and other plant-based waste into plastic.

Your next camping trip should include this camp stove, which is capable of efficiently burning biomass materials like pine needles, small twigs and wood chips.

Scientists aren't sure yet just how widespread these beautiful, glowing hawksbill turtles are.

Probiotics, whether in supplement or food form, are a booming industry, but the science behind the health benefit claims is still catching up.

Making a payment with a fingerprint can make you feel a bit like a secret agent.