The Hobbitenango is a sustainable restaurant and hotel that gives back to the village.

Pigs are smart, emotional animals that have lived alongside humans for thousands of years. In the Year of the Pig, here are some surprising pig facts.

A research team working with an enzyme that eats plastic accidentally engineer it to make it better at breaking down PET.

Filmmakers Josh and Rebecca Harrell Tickell used their cameras to expose the ugly truth about the spill, when it became clear that the problems are ongoing and

More than 12 miles of Louisiana coast have been closed to fishing following the discovery of tar balls and other toxins.

Margaret Brown shares her insights about the Deepwater Horizon spill with MNN.

Scientists propose dropping poison to kill mice on the Farallon Islands, but there's concern that wildlife and water quality will suffer.

Mother's Day may be the perfect time for Duchess and Buttercup to find a family.

Study finds you may be better off moving your workout indoors.

Many American likely aren't aware that the air in their homes and offices may be cause for concern.

Mercury is not just hellishly hot but apparently covered in brimstone. A vast part of the planet is covered with dried lava – enough to bury the state of Tex

In hopes of inspiring others to appreciate Earth, Nickolay Lamm transplanted the Big Apple to all of the planets in our solar system.

2014's big tech news comes early in the year with the announcement that Google plans to acquire Nest Labs for $3.2 billion in cash.

Hearing aids and cataract surgery can slow mental decline, say new studies.

A new study concludes humans have accidentally spread a virus and parasite that are obliterating bees.

Using tiny eyewear, researchers tricked the insects into revealing secrets that could lead to simpler visual processing in robots.

Apple is defending its decision to have its products removed from the EPEAT environmental standards certification program. Speaking to The Loop, Apple spokesper

Elon Musk wasn't the first with a futuristic idea. The transportation industry has seen a mixed bag of game-changing technologies and utter failures.

Many beloved matrimonial customs, from bridesmaids to the garter toss, got their start for some pretty disturbing reasons.

Baby will be the youngest person to see every state.

Capital One's new contract update raises the hackles of critics who question the company's right to contact customers by 'personal visit.'

A new 4-minute film casts digital humans in real extraterrestrial destinations, guided by the timeless words of Carl Sagan.

Actress helped create wells in third-world countries.

James Costa's new documentary looks at childhood obesity, school food and what fuels all those unhealthy cravings.

Environmental scientist Amy Luers warns that a cultural shift to our approach to emissions and climate mitigation requires a broad, long-term view. Tying the is

Need to get friends and family off your back? There's an app for that.

London, Houston and Bangkok are among the cities most vulnerable to sea level identified in a new report by London-based charity Christian Aid.

How the Sahara Desert both contributes to and checks the formation of big hurricanes.

Seen at the Geneva Motor Show, this green family hauler doubles as an office.

BMW Vision Next 100

White Oak in Florida promotes conservation with innovative programs for animals (and the humans who want to see them.)

Obama spurs a wave of green political advertising ... but is it just Greenwashing(ton)?

Driving a propane-fueled pickup truck

Two million trees have been planted in the Upper Ouachita National Wildlife Refuge as part of a carbon offset program.

Meal kits aren't as bad for the environment as a trip to the grocery store for the same ingredients in terms of greenhouse gas emissions.

What does real sustainability look like? What's the best way for renters to get in on the efficiency game? What's for supper?

The wireless camera attaches to your mobile device and provides a clear view — even through water and ink — for taking photos or recording video.

Despite the high stakes, this political precipice looks more like a buttery bluff.

Conservation efforts are helping some large predators reclaim ancestral habitats, a new study finds.

Some trees embark on an epic — and important — journey after they die.

From hoarding and scattering nuts to making jerky and taking prisoners, animals use some wild tactics to stay well-fed in winter.

There was a time, not very long ago, when it was safe to be a politician who supported environmental causes.

Sea otters hold hands so they don't float away during naps, and baby dolphins don't sleep at all for the first months of life.

These huge beasts have inspired myths of fantastic proportions. Get to know the real life dragons of Komodo Island.

These extraordinary marine mammals share a lot in common with humans.

Today’s artisanal movement is more than a fad. From specialty foods to hand-forged earrings, the rise of 21st century artisans is the start of a new economy.

The Internet's favorite undersea autonomous vehicle's maiden voyage reveals how how Antarctic bottom water is affected by changing wind patterns.

In memory of his late wife, a farmer has spent 35 years planting and nurturing a guitar-shaped forest in Argentina.

Forget what you thought you knew about drowning; it looks nothing like most of us think. Here’s what to watch out for.

Farmers markets, a growing bike culture and plenty of parks make this horse-racing town worth a visit.