San Francisco readers can now find local and green clothes at Amour Vert’s new shop in Hayes Valley.

Science has shown over and over again that bar soap does not transmit infection. It is a powerful, plastic-free, and cheap disease-fighting tool.

Don't let artist Agustina Woodgate -- who says stuffing is "like looking into the soul" -- near your favourite stuffed teddy bear.

But you might get a bit gassy.

The big day is over and it's time to think about getting rid of the tree. If you've got a sturdy one and want a piece of furniture, here's an idea.

If all Americans adopted this (almost) waterless method of cooking pasta, we'd save billions of gallons of water.

Put your money directly into the hands that made the gift you're buying.

What with social networking sites like Facebook all the rage right now and more attention than ever being focused on the issues of global warming and climate change, the moment certainly seems propitious for the unveiling of MakeMeSustainable, a

This pediatric care unit showcases how sustainable and kid-friendly design can come together.

It's the right thing to do in so many ways, as LivingHome, Make it Right, Cradle to Cradle and Hanley Wood build a comfy new home for the Lower Ninth

Researchers have discovered that the problem of ocean noise pollution extends all the way up to the shoreline. And shore crabs face a double-edged sword from too much noise from ships.

A typical pacemaker could be powered by solar cells as small as 3.6 square centimeters, which could be implanted under the skin, thereby avoiding the need for periodic battery replacements.

This poetic, one-of-a-kind urn floats on the water while slowly returning cremated remains to nature.

And they don't stop there. Their products also feature recycled plastic, fabric, silicone, and more.

Researchers propose using the vibrations of the heart to keep pacemakers going, eliminating the need to replace batteries.

Proposed bill would make burning tires and other industrial solid waste count towards the state’s mandate of generating 10 percent of its energy from renewables.

Do posh bees make better honey? These bees, living in the heart of Mayfair, only forage in the best places such as St. James Park and Buckingham Palace.

Kodjo Afate Gnikou is a 33 years old inventor from Togo, in West Africa. Using mostly e-waste that he found in a scrap yard, he built a functioning 3D printer that he calls W.AFATE.

A coating made from copper nanowires could make those smartphone screens a lot tougher and help the gadgets to last longer.

Starting in 2015, it will be illegal to leave computers and other electronic for curb-side pickup, as part of an effort to fight e-waste.

The app lets kids and adults alike explore, measure and test the world around them.

Via Calorielab we learn of yet another thing that makes you fat: eating at your desk. It appears that when you are not paying attention to your food, you eat more and remember less.Researchers at The Universty

The Earth Advantage Institute promotes a green building standard from the Northwest that combines the energy requirements of Energy Star with healthy home attributes like air quality, environmental responsibility and and resource efficiency. I thought

It was only a few years ago that I was testing LED bulbs that cost $100 each...

Efficiency standards are now toast because of worries of "over-reach and intrusiveness".

We can do lists too; here are some of the simple things you can do that do not involve spending money and buying stuff.

Proper care can go a long way toward extending a garment's life.

A new study shows that a quick look at a green roof perks you right up.

Three years after a catastrophic earthquake in Haiti, health care workers are still finding it difficult to get medical supplies, but an aid group is putting 3D printing to work to make some of the needed items.

Cornell students and Toronto company figure out how to upcycle old clothes on an industrial scale.

This company proves that plastic waste can be a valuable resource.

The KISS principle applies to everything, including building design.

It's Blame the Victim time as the car company tells pedestrians to brighten up.

Reducing your carbon footprint and building community go hand-in-hand toward creating a better planet.

The competition is looking for new ideas for capturing the emissions from fossil fuels and turning them into something useful instead of harmful.

Domes are tough. Here is a design that tries to make them comfortable. Does it live up to its billing?

New research reveals the first solid evidence that an animal (other than humans) can distinguish emotional expressions in another species.

More carbon in the air means less brainpower.

Or, how to get glowing skin with just a few simple ingredients.

These high-end kits make converting a van into a home-on-wheels an easier proposition.

Starting in 2020, the company will redesign packaging to be more environmentally-friendly.

Paper Age reports that "total printing-writing paper shipments decreased 6.4% in August compared to August 2010." Burrowing in, Fortress Specialty Cellulose echos the

This experiment may kickstart a new age of microorganism technology.

TreeHugger's Lloyd Alter does radio

With the right set-up, phosphorescent algae can create a lightshow in your room at night.

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

Artist/inventor Michael Jantzen's new concept for a Solar Winds Desert Power Plant envisions a large public gathering place, inspired by the shape of a flowering plant, to be located in a public park in a hot, dry climate.

How green does your garden really grow? Top 10 tips for making sure your garden is chemical free and growing strong.

Yes, in theory. Doing it in practice is a whole other story. This is another example of how the hydrogen economy is a fantasy.

It's why we have to reduce demand as well, with radical efficiency.