USDA withdraws Obama-era animal welfare standards for organic meat, eggs and dairy
The United States Department of Agriculture has officially withdrawn an Obama-era rule that would have established...
Heavenly Organics uses honey to foster peace in conflict zones across India
Amit Hooda hopes to eliminate conflict with sustainable honey harvesting. He started Heavenly Organics, a company...
Should hydroponic veggies be labeled organic?
Does produce grown hydroponically deserve the organic label? Some organic farmers don't think so, and they gathered...
New Harvard study links pesticide consumption with reduced fertility in women
When trying to get pregnant, many women adopt a healthy diet full of fruits and vegetables. But according to a...
This company wants to turn food waste into building materials — here’s how
What do peanuts, rice, bananas, potatoes, and mushrooms have in common? In addition to being delicious, they could...
World’s first ocean pollution-eating Seabin launches in the UK
UK waterways are about to get a lot cleaner with the launch of the world’s first production Seabin in Portsmouth...
Britain’s first zero-waste store is packaging-free and only sells ethical goods
Next time you plan a trip to Devon, UK, be sure to visit the Earth.Food.Love grocery store. The unique supermarket...
Sixth mass extinction on Earth is driven by industrial farming, says leading academic
Earth is presently experiencing its sixth “mass extinction,” and humans are largely to blame, says a leading...
Hurricane Harvey damaged ExxonMobil refineries, causing hazardous pollutants to leak
After Hurricane Harvey devastated parts of Texas last weekend, you probably didn’t think the situation could...
Inspiring urban farm teaches kids how to grow their own organic food
A tree may grow in Brooklyn, but an amazing urban farm flourishes on Governors Island. An inspiring GrowNYC initiative...
Insane new flying Iron Man suit will be 3D-printed
Hold onto your seats Marvel fans and tech enthusiasts. Before you know it, a real-life “Iron Man” suit will...
New online grocery store sells quality goods for just $3
Whether you’re shopping for a facial cleanser, gluten-free brownie mix, or bowls and mugs for your kitchen,...
Sun Commune pavilion teaches urban kids about sustainable farming in China
For a country like China, where one-fifth of the farmland is contaminated, raising awareness about sustainable...
South Pacific islands introduce ban on western junk food
South Pacific islands are banning western junk food in favor of a more nutritious diet. As the islands can grow...
Incredible rooftop farm takes over Israel’s oldest mall to grow thousands of organic vegetables
An amazing farm has sprouted in an unlikely place—the rooftop of Israel’s oldest mall in the heart of Tel Aviv....
Inhabitat Talks to Elea Robinson, Founding Faculty at New Amsterdam School, About Growing a Green School
Do you remember the antsy feeling you would get in school while waiting for the recess bell to ring? Luckily, more...
Amazing Grove aquaponic ecosystem can grow you a salad every day
The Grove ecosystem uses a process called aquaponics, meaning that an aquarium of fish, plants and beneficial...
How To: 6 Steps To an Easy and Delicious Summer Fruit Pie
Step One: Make the Pie Dough You can use just about any recipe, but I use a modified version found in Deborah...
Urban Produce vertical farm grows 16 acres of food in just 1/8 acre of space
Food deserts, lack of arable land, and the frozen months of winter are all obstacles we face in our mission to...
The San Francisco Giants grow kale and tomatoes in their baseball stadium
The idea of growing a garden in the Giants stadium in an underused space arose from a series of conversations amongst...
Benefits of organic food go far beyond vitamins and minerals, despite study results
It makes sense to this writer that organic food is a healthier option than convention produce, which is grown with synthetic...
DIY: 5 All-Natural Facial and Body Mists to Battle Breakouts and Ultra Dry Skin
Winter isn't merely the season when people slog through sleet and suffer from cracked skin and windburn: it's also...
Sign up now for the Organicology food conference in Portland, OR, this February
From Febrary 5–7, 2015, the Hilton Portland and Executive Tower Hotel in downtown Portland, Oregon, will be host...
INTERVIEW: Elea Robinson, Founding Faculty at New Amsterdam School, On Growing A Green School
It's likely that the vast majority of us had a similar elementary school experience: rote memorization, gross cafeteria...
A Battle is Brewing in California Over State Pesticide Plan
A battle is brewing between California’s organic farmers and the state government over a pest management program...
The Nautilus – Giant Snail-Shaped Home Fit for a Family
The Nautilus, designer Javier Senosiain’s bizarre, snail-shaped dwelling, is a mind-bending union of artistic...
Costa Rica’s Breathtaking Lapa Rios Eco Resort is Powered by Pig Waste
Guests of the resort have the option of enjoying a full sustainability tour of the facilities, including the pig...
Triangle Tree’s Edible Spoons Are a Tasty Alternative to Plastic Utensils
In an effort to create an alternative to disposable plastic silverware, Triangle Tree has produced Edible Spoons,...
How-To: Make a Summery Coconut-Sea Salt Lip Scrub
Step 1: Gather your materials: Virgin coconut oil (refrigerate it in warm weather for easier mixing), fine-grained...
Urban Cultivator Grows 100% Organic Hydroponic Greens in a Stylish and Fully Automated Indoor Garden
Many of us would love to eat fresh and local produce all year round, but doing so can be difficult and expensive...