tor New CDC report links factory farms to antibiotic resistance (Infographic) By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 18 Sep 2013 15:29:46 -0400 The wide use of antibiotics in factory farms to prevent infections and promote growth is a breeding ground for superbugs. Full Article Science
tor Bringing back extinct species - continuing progress towards restoring the Aurochs By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 03 Jan 2017 17:30:01 -0500 What progress has been made since the first wave of media excitement about this project? We catch up on the news of efforts to breed an ancient species back from extinction Full Article Science
tor Data storage could soon be 8 percent of the world's energy use By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 27 Jan 2020 14:26:14 -0500 There is a real footprint to all those baby pictures and Netflix binges. Full Article Energy
tor Umami mania: 9 foods in which the savory factor shines By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 25 Feb 2020 16:19:29 -0500 The poetic and ephemeral fifth basic taste, umami, is the talk of the town; you can find it in these all-natural ingredients. Full Article Living
tor Restoring nature is climate equivalent of stopping burning oil By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 19 Oct 2017 09:44:45 -0400 One-third of emissions reductions needed for 2 degree target could be achieved with better land management. Full Article Science
tor Sir David Attenborough: Oceans under threat "as never before in human history" By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 05 Dec 2017 11:11:40 -0500 The veteran naturalist and broadcaster is not holding back (this time). Full Article Science
tor UK to set goal of restoring soil health by 2030 By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 14 Mar 2018 11:16:46 -0400 Incredibly, this appears to be the first time the government has really tried to tackle this crucial issue nationwide. Full Article Science
tor Stackt, an instant shipping container shopping and entertainment spot, is built in Toronto By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 14 Jun 2019 15:18:50 -0400 Sometimes shipping container architecture makes perfect sense. Full Article Design
tor Film Review: To Buy, To Throw Away, To Buy; the Secret History of Planned Obsolescence By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 13 Jan 2011 05:24:48 -0500 Last month, Catalan TV3 just aired a new documentary called "comprar, llençar, comprar", meaning "to buy, to throw away, to buy" in Catalan, right on time for the christmas shopping and the winter sales which started this week. You can now watch the Full Article Video Tips
tor Doctors are prescribing houseplants for anxiety, depression, and loneliness By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 29 Aug 2019 10:21:44 -0400 A medical practice in Manchester, England is giving patients indoor plants to help boost wellness. Full Article Living
tor Computer program creates city tree inventories By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 14 Sep 2016 10:37:42 -0400 Using satellite and Google maps images, the program can count and identify the city's trees. Full Article Technology
tor Photo: Caterpillars, a love story By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 15 Apr 2020 06:00:00 -0400 Our photo of the day comes from the romantic rain forest of Ecuador. Full Article Science
tor Nanopad is a 236 sq. ft. micro-apartment in historic building (Video) By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 18 Feb 2019 15:05:29 -0500 This redesigned space in a 1920s Art Deco building features a new layout that better maximizes space and light. Full Article Design
tor That's not a roof on the Chicago Apple store; it is the poster child for unsustainable design By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 03 Jan 2018 12:28:25 -0500 It is a giant electric radiator that they forgot to turn on due to a software failure. Full Article Design
tor Apple needs to do more to protect children, investors say By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 08 Jan 2018 06:22:00 -0500 Up until now, Apple has offered no guidelines for using its devices responsibly. Investors want this to change. Full Article Business
tor World's cutest baby turtle is part of an amazing story By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 21 Jun 2017 13:39:10 -0400 Asian giant softshell turtles were once thought to be extinct in the Mekong River; this little trooper is one of 150 hatchlings bringing them back. Full Article Science
tor Parametrically designed egg-shaped observatory lets you watch local wildlife By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 24 Apr 2019 14:19:14 -0400 Situated in a nature reserve along the Dutch coast, this unique structure not only serves as an observation post, it also provides extra bird habitats. Full Article Design
tor Flow battery breakthrough can store renewable energy cheaply By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 04 Feb 2014 08:15:00 -0500 Storing solar energy for when the sun doesn't shine or wind power for a calm day costs too much. But that could all be changing. Full Article Science
tor Kenyan students design biowaste reactor to harvest dormitory waste By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 24 May 2016 06:27:30 -0400 Opportunities are everywhere. Even in poop. Full Article Energy
tor Can TWIN elevators make buildings more energy efficient? By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 25 Apr 2016 14:11:23 -0400 Thyssenkrupp's TWIN elevators have a very unique feature that could save buildings energy and space. Full Article Business
tor Have we reached Peak Storage? By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Sat, 28 Jul 2018 14:42:38 -0400 There are signs that the industry is cooling down, but we still all have so much stuff. Full Article Business
tor Notes from a snowstorm By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 15 Nov 2019 10:00:00 -0500 It's only mid-November and winter has arrived with a vengeance. How do I stay sane? Full Article Living
tor Giant Alligator Playground Crocheted by Olek in Sao Paulo By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 26 Jul 2012 13:09:06 -0400 The Brooklyn based artist participated in a local show covering a concrete playground in a mixture of knitted yarn and Brazilian ribbons. Full Article Design
tor Patagonia will close stores for Global Climate Strike on Sept. 20 By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 13 Sep 2019 11:00:00 -0400 CEO Rose Marcario says the move will show solidarity for the young people who are striking for climate action. Full Article Business
tor Reborn as a Restaurant, a Berlin Building Overcomes its Dark History By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 05 Jul 2012 05:00:00 -0400 A building that once housed a Jewish girls' school, shut down by the Nazis, is now home to a fashionable restaurant. Full Article Design
tor Could real-time water monitoring have helped in Flint, Michigan? By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 19 Jan 2016 07:00:00 -0500 It can take hours before test results clue authorities about hazards in water supplies. The AquaBioTox uses biological sensors for immediate feedback. Full Article Science
tor From World's Drug Capital to Green Oasis: The Incredible Story of Medellin, Colombia By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 01 Jun 2011 07:43:52 -0400 Medellin, Colombia: This city's name used to strike fear in peoples' hearts. In the 80s and early 90s, it was known as the drug capital of the world and the most violent city on the planet.But Medellin has come a tremendous distance in less than a decad Full Article Design
tor From World's Drug Capital to Green Oasis: The Incredible Story of Medellin, Colombia (Slideshow) By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 01 Jun 2011 09:32:27 -0400 Medellin, Colombia: This city's name used to strike fear in peoples' hearts. In the 80s and early 90s, it was known as the drug capital of the world and the most violent city on the planet. Full Article Design
tor The remarkable history and healing power of honey By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 18 Nov 2016 09:00:00 -0500 How did honey go from being the world's most important food to an undervalued afterthought? Full Article Living
tor Help us reach the Million Pollinator Garden Challenge! By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 08 Jun 2018 06:37:10 -0400 Every little flower helps. Especially when there's a lot of us planting them. Full Article Living
tor Restored church building has a growing congregation – of bees By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 16 Oct 2018 11:02:39 -0400 ZGF builds interesting hives on the roof of a fascinating building. Full Article Design
tor Famous motorcycle designer tries his hand at e-bikes with the FUELL Fluid By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 19 Aug 2019 10:31:02 -0400 Buell motorcycles are fast, beautiful and expensive. How does Erik Buell's e-bike compare? Full Article Transportation
tor The real problem with the NTSB's mandatory bike helmet recommendation By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 15 Nov 2019 08:31:12 -0500 We covered this subject before but I got it wrong. Peter Flax of Bicycling Magazine got it right. Full Article Transportation
tor Fill your home with random stuff from Marie Kondo's new store By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 19 Nov 2019 12:10:00 -0500 Forget decluttering. KonMari is now all about re-cluttering. Full Article Living
tor Urban tiny house's versatile lounge comes with an elevator bed (Video) By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 17 Apr 2018 13:18:43 -0400 This well-crafted tiny dwelling has its own space-saving elevator bed that can go up and down with the push of a button. Full Article Design
tor Hybrid rooftop wind and solar generator now available in U.S. for early adopters By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 27 May 2015 16:57:41 -0400 The SolarMill, a 1.2 kW combination wind and solar energy system, will be sold in the U.S. for about $3000. Full Article Technology
tor Wind turbine technology stores excess wind power for when gusts turn to breezes By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 21 Sep 2015 10:42:18 -0400 When wind speeds are higher than a turbine can effectively use, the extra energy is stored for when the wind slows. Full Article Technology
tor This startup's wind generator flaps its wings like a hummingbird By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 13 Jan 2017 14:59:40 -0500 Even in the wild world of offbeat wind energy machines, Tyer Wind's design stands out. Full Article Technology
tor Victory in Colorado a rebuke against coal leasing By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 07 Jul 2014 11:35:34 -0400 Ruling represents the first time that a coal mine has been rejected because of the failure to adequately consider and disclose the impacts that a mine would have on climate disruption. Full Article Energy
tor Elevator bed & folding porch grace this tiny house builder's home (Video) By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 26 Dec 2018 16:50:31 -0500 This tiny house builder and architect just built himself and his wife a bigger (but still tiny) home, equipped with a space-saving elevator bed. Full Article Design
tor 4 Ways to Participate in National Pollinator Week By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 18 Jun 2012 05:05:00 -0400 It's National Pollinator Week! Start a garden, encourage pollinators, or join an event in your area. Full Article Living
tor FireBee Power Tower turns any heat source into an electricity generator By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 11 Sep 2017 15:20:53 -0400 This 5W thermoelectric generator converts heat from a chimney or camp stove into electricity for charging USB devices. Full Article Technology
tor Prototypical incubator transforms plastic waste into edible mushroom cuisine (Video) By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Sat, 13 Dec 2014 07:00:00 -0500 Is this the future of food -- eating mushrooms that have been fed with plastic waste? Full Article Design
tor Biodegradable semiconductors could help us curb our e-waste problem By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 08 May 2017 11:05:55 -0400 The thin, skin-like electronics may usher in a future of earth-friendly gadgets. Full Article Technology
tor Actor Luke Perry was buried in this biodegradable mushroom suit By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 06 May 2019 09:00:00 -0400 The biomix-infused suit helps break down a body, while neutralizing toxins and boosting plant growth. Full Article Living
tor Scenic America, and now Scenic Toronto, fight billboard blight By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 03 Dec 2013 14:24:00 -0500 The new digital billboards taking over our cities bring a whole new set of problems. That's why we need these orgs. Full Article Business
tor CarbonCure concrete blocks store CO2 for a lower carbon footprint By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 17 Apr 2014 14:53:32 -0400 What to do about all that CO2 emitted when you make cement? Inject it back into the stuff and turn it back into limestone. Full Article Design
tor City of Toronto pulls great anti-littering campaign By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 29 Aug 2014 11:53:43 -0400 But really, they should have seen this coming. Full Article Business
tor National Transportation Safety Board recommends mandatory helmet laws for cyclists By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 07 Nov 2019 10:00:05 -0500 Why stop there? Helmets for everybody! Full Article Transportation
tor Visit grocery stores when you travel By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 26 Feb 2020 07:00:00 -0500 They offer a special glimpse into local life – and they always have good snacks. Full Article Living