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Pop-up playground for adults built in Montreal square

Shipping containers are the base for an instant "lush urban oasis."




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American cosmetic regulations haven't been updated in 81 years

The United States lags behind more than 40 nations in banning or restricting chemicals for safety reasons.




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Force of Nature turns tap water into a powerful green cleaner

It cuts through grease, makes glass shine, and deodorizes thoroughly – all thanks to a nifty chemical reaction.




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How did our periods get so full of plastic?

Years of marketing 'shame' to women led to the health and pollution crises we currently face.




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Why you should let your friends pay for your hotel room

Rethinking hospitality in the context of less is more




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Is it a new era, where architects should be held to account for the environmental impact of their work?

Sustainability matters, but so does hypocrisy.




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Offices for the Architects Association for Northern Portugal are a wonderful mix of old and new

A minimalist and discreet addition to some exuberant older houses.




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Indulge with these 9 ethical chocolate companies

Whether it's fair trade, organic, handmade, tree-to-bar, or direct trade that you're looking for, these companies have something delectable for everyone.




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700 chocolate bars could reduce packaging on delicious treats

Testing shows just how much packaging is required to keep the yum in, and reveals some dirty little secrets on the way




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Cheap and cheerful rooftop garden appears

It's a bright and sunny solution to an abandoned rooftop: a garden.




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This year's Serpentine pavilion could be mistaken for a visiting spaceship

The creation of a summer pavilion at the Serpentine Gallery is an annual tradition; and this year it's weird.




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We got lots of great ideas from the space program; insulation isn't one of them

"Radiative barriers" may work well in space, but not so well down here.




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Why in the world would anyone want a computer-driven wooden nail gun?

Beck nails it again with the Automated Nailing Head.




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Reduce embodied carbon with hemp insulation batts from NatureFibres

They should rename the town of Asbestos after this stuff.




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Smart modern milk box could solve the problem of porch pirates

The Danby Parcel Guard reduces the waste of stolen packages and multiple deliveries.




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Upcycle Boring Glass Jars Into Beautiful Vases with Lace Vase

Empty jars and recycles are easily transformed into stunning vases with the Lace Vase attachment by Milk Design Shop.




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American Olympic Hopefuls Go for the Gold and the Green

Several American team members are involved in environmental issues, as well as Olympic ones.




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5 Colorful Fair Trade Holiday Gifts to Score on Fair Tuesday

Who needs Black Friday and Cyber Monday? Indego Africa gives #FairTuesday a fashionable and affordable twist with colorful jewelry, accessories, and holiday gifts.




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Beautiful 'neo-vintage' posters promote U.S. national parks in the style of the 1930s!

National parks never go out of style, just like these retro posters.




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'Time flies as nature cries' and other lessons from Chainsaw Sculptures

A curious fund raiser unleashes chainsaws in the name of conservation.




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This lunch bag is disguised as a fabulous purse

No one will ever know that you're packing a healthy, homemade lunch.




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3 rules for parental phone etiquette

Enough fretting about how kids use their devices. What about parents?




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The TreeHugger Recap: Thursday, July 28, 2011

With ~30+ new posts on TreeHugger.com each weekday, we understand if you miss a post here and there. To keep you up-to-date, here's what we covered on Thursday, July 28, 2011.Animals David explained the difficulties of GPS




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The Weekend Recap: Friday-Sunday, July 29, 30 & 31, 2011

With ~30+ new posts on TreeHugger.com each weekday, we understand if you miss a post here and there. To keep you up-to-date, here's what we covered over the weekend, July 29, 30, and 31, 2011.Animals Jaymi told us that




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Bull Breaks Out of NYC Slaughterhouse, Runs for Freedom (Video)

On Wednesday, a bull scheduled for slaughter in a halal butcher's shop in Queens, New York decided that it wasn't on board with its fate. So it broke out and didn't look back, sprinting down Liberty Avenue (how appropriate!),




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New study concludes that jet air dryers should not be used in hospitals

They do a terrific job of taking bacteria from your hands and spreading it all over the walls and floors.




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This could be the biggest advance in toilet design in over a hundred years

The Orca Helix moves up and down so that it is easy to get on and off when high, easy on the body when low.




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Should your toilet be on the floor or in the wall?

There are very good reasons for using in-wall units, especially in smaller spaces.




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How much toilet paper do you REALLY need? Try this calculator

Here's a handy calculator to figure it out, so that you don't have to fill the entire pickup truck with it.




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Why the five-second rule, sadly, makes no sense

Scientists decided to put the old five-second rule to the test, to prove once and for all whether there is any truth to it.




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How disgust could lead to a cleaner, healthier world

Disgust is a powerful human emotion that could be utilized to promote better hygiene and nutrition, but unfortunately humans are too disgusted to take it seriously.




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Should we just stop shaking hands already?

Maybe we need an executive order banning handshakes as barbaric.




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Your future clothes could be made out of methane

This biotech startup uses methane-eating bacteria to create fully biodegradable polymers.




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Oil-eating bacteria could clean up the next spill

The microorganisms already exist in the ocean, but researchers want to amplify their effect.




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Your tea towels could be full of icky bacteria ... but there's no need to panic

Bacteria is found everywhere, but it's how you handle it that matters most.




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Most in-use makeup products contaminated with awful bacteria

Researchers 'astonished' to find potentially deadly bacteria, including E.coli and Staphylococci, in 9 out of 10 products they tested.




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Court rules Heathrow expansion illegal, says climate crisis should have been considered

The political football that is the third runway gets kicked down again.




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Why is toxic masculinity such a huge part of car culture?

A look back at vintage car advertisements shows a troubling history of machismo messaging and sexist marketing toward both genders.




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Study finds that drivers would rather use a transporter, but people who walk or bike enjoy the ride

For people who walk or bike, getting there is half the fun.




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CES 2013: Powerful Solar Generator Launched by Goal Zero

The Yeti 150 is the latest from Goal Zero, and offers a powerful solution for emergency and off-grid charging.




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Ten Ways to Avoid Carbon from Barbecues This 4th of July

Stand out of the line of fire of smoky fumes. Sure, that's the first defense. But what about the dangers of grilled dogs, ribs, and salmon? I've long heard




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Grilling with This Minty Marinade Could Reduce Carcinogenic Toxins

When barbecuing your free-range meats and line-caught fish this July 4th, be sure to whip up some marinade first.




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'Empty' Spaces are Full of Life in Berlin -- For Now

In the crowded heart of Istanbul lies a secret garden. Actually, there are probably at least a few, but the one I had the pleasure





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Blu® Homes Partners with Real Simple and This Old House to Launch the “Design Smart, Live Beautifully” Home Tour and Announce the Selection of Blu’s L.A. Breezehouse as the First-Ever “2014 Dream Home, Presented by Real Simple and This Old House” - V

The “Design Smart, Live Beautifully” Home Tour coincides with the launch of the 2014 model of Blu’s award-winning Breezehouse, which is packed with luxurious features and an even more spacious floor plan




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Former Residents of Huronia, Rideau, and Southwestern Regional Centres Could Receive Compensation from Class Action Settlements - Settlement Overview Video

Settlement Overview Video. If you lived at Huronia, Rideau, or Southwestern Regional Centres, you may be eligible to make a claim.







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Ulmart's Hybrid Approach Continues to Disrupt Russian E-commerce: Sales Grow by 30% - Video

Ulmart’s stunning growth continues unabated as sales for the first six months of 2014 were up 31% in a year-on-year comparison. Sequential quarterly growth increased by 47%.