Backlash: EPA halts use of deadly 'cyanide bomb' traps
Almost as quickly as the Environmental Protection Agency announced its temporary interim re-authorization of M-44s,...
Greenland's ice sheet lost 197 billion tons of ice in July
What melts faster than an ice cream cone on a sweltering summer day? Greenland’s ice sheet. In July, the world's...
Chattanooga becomes first 100% solar-powered airport in US
Tennessee’s fourth largest city, Chattanooga, became the first American airport to be 100 percent solar powered...
Two years after Hurricane Harvey, Houston infrastructure goes green
Exactly two years after Hurricane Harvey blew through Houston, Texas, the state government approved a “Rainy...
13 fun and sustainable activities to enjoy before summer ends
The dog days of summer linger from early morning until late into the evening, providing plenty of opportunities...
Bee kind to bees, celebrate National Honey Bee Day
Give hard-working honey bees the respect they deserve on National Honey Bee Day. The holiday on Saturday, August...
The 'tipping point' has arrived as temperatures rise in 70 US counties
The heat is on this summer as sweltering temperatures are felt throughout the U.S., all thanks to the “tipping...
Digging deeper for climate solutions: deep-root GMOs could feed world and store carbon
Scientists are experimenting with new genetic modification technology that “supercharges” plants to enhance...
Energy-efficient home uses recycled heat to reduce C02 emissions
The Lane End House by PAD studio incorporates natural building material and sustainable solutions to increase energy-efficiency....
Babylegs — the inexpensive, educational way to monitor ocean plastic pollution
Plastic pollution is a frequent topic around the planet, especially when referencing marine life and water pollution....
Trump administration moves to weaken Endangered Species Act amid global extinction risks
It’s no secret that endangered species around the globe continue to face extinction, and the dilemma could get...
EPA reauthorizes use of 'cyanide bombs' to kill wild animals
The welfare of many coyotes, foxes and other wildlife in the United States could be in danger if they encounter...
Improving air quality in Europe could reduce asthma cases for children
Asthma among children — close to 67,000 new cases — is hitting home in 18 European countries because of small...
United Nations report finds climate change is a major threat to global food supply
Humanity is having a hard time feeding itself, and it is only expected to get worse thanks to the climate crisis....
Germany proposes a meat tax increase to improve animal welfare and curb climate change
German residents may soon find themselves paying more for steaks, pork chops and sausages. Across party lines,...
Sustainable Central Park with energy-producing trees unveiled for Ho Chi Minh City
Laboratory for Vision Architecture (LAVA) and Australian design practice Aspect Studios have won an international...
Sustainable RAUM Pavilion can be continually reused or recycled in Utrecht
Utrecht's burgeoning cultural hotspot at Berlijnplein (Berlin Square) has recently gained the RAUM Pavilion, a...
The Lightyear One electric car uses solar panels for a boost of energy
The new generation of electric cars is on its way with the Lightyear One, a vehicle capable of using solar energy...
Google promises carbon neutral shipping and recycled plastic products
In an attempt to keep up with customer demands and industry competitors, Google announced a loose plan to reach...
See the forest for more than the trees — why reforestation isn't working
We can all agree planting a tree is good for the environment — right? According to a recent study in Nature,...
Wherever you go, the Layover Travel Blanket has you covered
While the odds of obtaining a blanket on today's stripped-down commercial flights are slim, the chances that it'll...
Largest nature reserve in Niger threatened by oil development
One of the largest nature reserves on continental Africa may soon be destroyed by the China National Petroleum...
Shark fin soup on menus of nearly 200 restaurants, despite state bans
On land, the world is tuning in for Shark Week celebrations, but out in the oceans, the reality for sharks is much...
Award-winning Geographies of Urban Filth rethinks waste in cities
Developed cities around the world go to great lengths to hide their waste and sewage systems from view by hiding...
Greta Thunberg will sail across Atlantic to attend UN Climate Summits
Greta Thunberg, the 16-year-old climate activist from Sweden, is faced with a dilemma: how will she get to the...
Solar-powered Jao Camp offers eco-minded luxury in Botswana’s Okavango Delta
After nearly nine months of renovations, African luxury and sustainable safari operator Wilderness Safaris has...
The ultimate guide to eco-friendly period products
If you’re a person who is serious about protecting the environment, you’re probably conscious of how much trash...
Energy-efficient home in Whitefish was inspired by the region's agrarian vernacular
Whitefish, Montana is known for its spectacular natural scenery, and now a family of four has a beautiful new home...
New report warns of extreme heat of 127 degrees or more in the US
Just when you thought the environmental news couldn’t get any worse, a shocking new report warns Americans that...
Beyond & Impossible alternative meats: are they actually healthier than the real thing?
Tempting the most loyal of carnivores, plant-based foods are spreading faster than wildfire as restaurant chains...