Provoked by questionable propaganda, a group of scientists is setting out to offer an antidote.

Our bet: no.

It's a moving target and, like TreeHugger hero Chris Magwood, we are all learning on the job.

Lack of rain has reduced potato crop yields to a third of what they usually are.

This is a very big deal, but just the first of many more bigger and harder deals that we need.

Ways to spend the day for those who'd like to skip the whole 'bloodsport of mass consumerism' thing.

TreeHugger's Lloyd Alter does radio

Perfect for tiny spaces, this multifunctional unit can be used as a kitchen, storage and workspace.

Instead of heavy metals, petroleum products, and toxic solvents, this printing ink is made with algae grown by Living Ink.

Yumbii, an Atlanta-based food truck, adds a low emissions super food truck to its fleet. Check out its environmentally friendly features.

It's been a couple of years since the still-planned and so-called Great Green Wall of Africa graced the pages of TreeHugger, so here's a quick update and overview: As the BBC reports, African leaders are meeting in Chad to further push the

Few other animals are known to be intrinsically motivated to assist others in need.

Consumerism is still ingrained, which is why we need to fight back with the 'Buy Nothing' movement.

Skip the whole bloodsport of shopping thing and plan a craft day, cookie exchange or clothing swap instead.

Made with a patented energy- and wood-saving technique, this Corelam collection is perfect for those who move a lot.

The heroic lab saved 12 lives and recovered 41 bodies during her career as a search and rescue dog.

Solar Sister showcased just some of the efforts taking place around the world. Here, the Women Barefoot Solar Engineers of Mauritania install solar panels in their villages. They received training in Rajasthan, India. Image: Barefoot Photographers of

Families should be able to have Thanksgiving Dinner instead of having to go to work. This stinks.

Lets declare a day of non-action, of unoccupying the big box stores. Instead, let's support our local, green neighborhood shops that need our custom.

Not up for camping at the Best Buy? We have three less costly and more comfortable options.

She claims it's not a problem, "It's just a food product, essentially."

It's one thing to drive to the mall, but one fifth of Canadian shoppers are driving to another country. That's crazy.

We don't have a holiday Friday and Thanksgiving was weeks ago here. What's this all about?

Is shopping so important that people have to die or get pepper sprayed?

A surprise gathering organized over the Internet gathers to meditate in a mall on one of the busiest shopping days of the year.

Whether you opt for 'Buy Nothing Day' or 'Small Business Saturday,' the journey toward sustainability begins with a single step.

A look at the intersection of three ways to deal with this weekend about shopping.

A good followup to Buy Nothing Day.

This year, it has a stronger environmental theme.

Waste material from paper mills can be used to make a more environmentally-friendly brick.

First there was foamcrete, then there was papercrete and hempcrete, and now we've got AirCrete, a foamy mixture of air bubbles and cement.

Here are some tips that’ll help parents and children connect with nature and honor the environment.

If you must shop, do it from a company that's spreading the wealth.

Here's everything to know about this year's unique September full moon.

Bromberg, then a young lawyer working for an environmental NGO in Tel Aviv, was frustrated that environmental issues were not

In part one of this interview, Gidon discussed FoEME's work in promoting cross-border

A new study suggests that a social media community adds to longevity similar to an offline community.

As we recognize African American History Month, it is important to highlight a lesser known part of this history - the legacy of forest ownership among the black community, and the leaders who are working to preserve it.

If we don't take care of the soil, the soil will lose its ability to take care of us.

Out of 300 photos of golden cats taken over the course of over 18,000 trap days, just four images of kittens have been captured.

Thanks to some careful, clever details, this 24-foot-long tiny house feels big, bright and open.

Access to affordable capital is one of the biggest challenges for expanding a young industry. For solar in Africa, crowdfunding is helping to change that

Select zoos are enticing green families with healthier treats and recycled crafts this Halloween

Because plastic-based glitter and confetti take 1000 years to break down.

These lovely packs are made from upycled waste materials, biodegradable natural fabrics, recycled polyester, and more.

Built to last using sustainably sourced materials, Awake offers luxury-brand quality at a reasonable price point.

If you are tired ot dragging home a live tree and having it shed its pine needles through your home as it dies, look no further. All this tree takes is your love, and the books from your bookshelf.

Patagonia's Worn Wear events, held in collaboration with sharing start up Yerdle, offer a different, more sustainable vision of Black Friday.

Did your fear of stains stop you from going to school or work? Probably not. But this company is aiming to bring menstrual cups to African schoolgirls who miss school because they have their period and cannot afford disposables.

Make your garden attractive to bees by planting specific plants, but be sure they're organic and indigenous to your region.