Scientists have found that a red-colored algae blooming on glaciers and ice reduces albedo and leads to more warmth on the already-melting ice.

Farmers who were once wary of selling produce to ‘city people’ now have 300 regular customers, make more money, and don't get headaches.

Convenient tollway and business drop-off points, plus health insurance stipends, attract a new group of local veggie eaters.

Find a great Father's Day gift in this sustainably-produced pinot noir.

A new study finds footwear desensitizes feet and may even affect balance. It's time to embrace the callus.

The developers of Mars rovers, the Hybrid X electric car, and a wastewater cleaning technique are also recognized in the magazine's annual Breakthrough Awards.

New data from R.L. Polk reveals that only 35% of hybrid owners bought another hybrid last year.

With all the terminology about green cars and climate change, it's hard to make sense of it all. This graphic from One Block off the Grid breaks it down, from t

It's the company's first foray into electrics — a sporty hatchback A3 — and it's coming to the U.S. early next year.

Despite $2 a gallon gas, automakers are still going green, and the popularity of the gas-electric range extender format is just one example.

The only thing better than a nice, roomy 2016 Chevy Malibu that gets 31 mpg combined is one that adds hybrid efficiency for 47 mpg combined.

Use a potato instead of non-stick cooking spray on your grill.

Anyone can create beautiful patterns on Easter eggs with these simple tricks.

Want to wish upon a shooting star? November is one month when you can definitely do that.

Join 350.org and thousands of local activists to create one of 15 gigantic aerial art pieces that'll be visible from space!

TckTckTck's mosaic:EARTH combines 'deep zoom' technology with social action to encourage people around the world to join in the growing sustainability movement.

Designer Benjamin Jones wants to erect the Sustainable TreeHouse, an eco-friendly 'interactive playground' on New York City's Governors Island. But he needs you

Catch up on the environmental headlines from the week of Aug. 14-20, 2011, including the not-so-nutty professor behind the The Periodic Table of the Elements an

Miss the smells of home? Artist Kirill Rudenko is canning air from many of the world's major cities and selling it for 10 dollars a pop.

Wearing snowshoes, artist Simon Beck carved intricate geometric designs into snowy landscapes.

Well, after months of hard work with the best advisors money can buy, Ford & GM announced a bold strategy to revive their ailing industry — more government lo

The 2013 Nobel Prize in physics will be announced next week, and while the identity of the winner (or winners) is a closely guarded secret.

He may be one of the most famous men who ever lived, but there's plenty to learn about Nelson Mandela.

Beyond their undeniable cuteness, there's a lot more to discover about these wonderfully odd creatures.

Confused by kohlrabi? Daunted by dandelions? We're here to help. Here's a handy guide to edible leafy greens.

Your indiscriminate flushing can clog pipes and hurt animals.

There's more to an alpaca than their quirky good looks. Did you know the fiber from their fleece is flame-resistant? Here are 11 alpaca facts you may not know.

From when it happens to why – and everything in between – here's your crash course on the shortest day of the year.

Koalas aren't bears and they rarely drink water.

From their smart stripes to the power of their kicks, behold the wonders of zebras.

A primer on the deadly virus that has taken hold in Congo and scaring people around the globe.

Ecologist Chris Thomas, author of 'Inheritors of the Earth,' asks readers to look at what we gain through environmental losses.

By 'borrowing' someone from the Human Library, you get to learn their story — and share their humanity.

The Voynich Manuscript, an illustrated codex from Medieval times, has been baffling humans since 1912. Here's what we know about it.

Sure, it's close to Yosemite National Park, but this agricultural hub has plenty of other attractions worth checking out.

If you're ready to step outside your comfort zone, head to Cambodia, where you can find exotic sights and opportunities to help others.

Head to this neck of Minnesota for scenery, outdoor fun and a progressive vibe.

With 646,000 residents living in an area of more than 70,000 square miles, North Dakota is one of the least populated states in the U.S. Its remote location, sa

Las Vegas might be the king of Nevada's tourism industry, but Reno, Nevada's second largest city, is a tourism and gambling hotspot in its own right. Its neon m

Watch Van Jones as he lays out the case against plastic pollution from a social justice perspective.

For a mere $10,000, you can book a seat on a 20-day working cruise to a giant patch of floating plastic trash.

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

Adopting a blind dog isn't hard just different. Here's how you and your family can prepare your home to accommodate a special needs dog.

Environmental cartoonist Jay Mohr gives his interpretation of the request to change the name of high fructose corn syrup to corn sugar

This weekend, read about how high fructose corn syrup might be to blame for the bees disappearing along with a few other disturbing news items.

Food and Drug Administration denies the Corn Refiners Association's request to change the name of the famous syrup to corn sugar.

A sugar by any other name is confusing. From high fructose corn syrup to glucose, here's a breakdown of common sugar terms and what they mean.

The Oreo summer flavor sold exclusively at Target is not a substitute for a serving of fruit.

In which we reveal that cows can swim, have accents and can smell things from 6 miles away.

In just a year, Karen Jenner has collected 2.4 tons of trash on beaches in Nova Scotia.