How to tie-dye with natural dyes
The tie-dye look was once incredibly trendy. Then, it became retro. Now, it's classic. Tie-dye is fun, bright and...
Summer gardening tips for a great harvest
When the much-anticipated summer season finally arrives, make the most of your garden time with a checklist of...
How to have an eco-friendly picnic
Summer is just around the corner, and that means it’s picnic season. But a picnic with juice boxes and individually...
Cool vegan recipes for a hot summer
What makes food summery? Our top summer food picks are lighter than winter meals. They're unfussy dishes that won't...
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...
Cities replace citation fees with school, pet supply donations
In many towns around the country, getting a parking ticket is an opportunity to do good. Police departments in...
6 tents perfect for camping this summer
Now that summer is here, it's time to prepare for some camping trips. But finding a great tent can be tricky....
6 ways to add passive solar features to your home
Looking for a way to reduce that electric bill, lower your carbon footprint, and show off to your neighbors? The...
Flame-colored NOAA map paints a picture of this week’s toasty heat wave
Nobody needs a news report to know that summer is hot, but we're in the midst of a particular scorcher. Scientists...
40% of the top sunscreens don’t meet official guidelines for sun protection
When summer arrives, people turn to sunscreen to protect themselves from the sun. But a new study casts major concern...
HOW TO: Recycle a Tin Can Into a Gorgeous Outdoor Lantern for Summer Parties
STEP 1: GATHER YOUR MATERIALS All you need to do to get started on this eco-friendly summer craft project is...
EWG’s 2016 best and worst sunscreen lists are out—is your favorite listed?
The heat is on, and the sunscreen should be, too. Choosing the best sunscreen for your family is an increasingly...
Solar-powered Mistbox slashes summer cooling costs
Last year was the hottest on record and this year promises to break that record. This means an upcoming summer...
Infographic Shows Surprising Trends in Summer Energy Use Across the United States
It's no secret that households across the US blast the AC when the summer heat sets in, leading to high electricity...
6 ways to make your wedding more sustainable
If you haven’t considered how to have a more sustainable wedding, you’re missing out on more than just a chance...
5 Ways to Avoid Burning Dinosaurs This Summer
It's been a long winter, people, but Jack Frost went packing to the North Pole and the summer sun is...
How to Spice Up a Shipping Container Home
People all over the world are looking for cheap, alternative housing, and recycled shipping containers are starting...
INFOGRAPHIC: A Color Calendar to Help You Keep Flowers Blooming All Year Long
Summer may be on the decline up here in the northern hemisphere, but that doesn't mean that your world will be...
6 Handy Apps for Preventing Skin Cancer All Year Long
Coppertone My UV Alert Not sure whether sunscreen's enough or whether you should go for full coverage--hat,...
7 Eco-Friendly DIY Summer Crafts for Creative Adults (and Kids!)
Tin Can Table Lantern Planning a barbecue or an al fresco dinner party? These recycled tin can lanterns are...
6 Mouthwatering ‘Adults Only’ Gourmet Popsicle Recipes for Summer
Lemon Pale Ale Beer Pops Where I live, we're awash in an amazing selection of craft and micro brews. They're...
8 Summertime Tips for Leave No Trace Camping
Perfect Preparation Whether you are headed to the tops of a mountain or the edge of the shore, make sure to...
6 Delicious DIY Iced Drinks to Keep You from Melting This Summer
Homemade Ginger Ale Most ginger ales that you'll find at the grocery store are chock full of high fructose...
WENDY and BIG ASS Fans Offer Sweaty New Yorkers Relief from the Heat at MoMA PS1
As you might have learned from our past coverage of Wendy, the spiky blue sculpture isn't just a cool structure...
PHOTOS: HWKN’s Giant Blue Smog-Eating Wendy Sculpture Opens at MoMA PS1
In case you're not already familiar with Wendy, the prickly, larger-than-life outdoor sculpture by local firm HWKN...
HWKN’s Spiky-Armed Bright Blue “Wendy” Wins the 2012 MoMA PS1 Young Architects Program
The temporary MoMA PS1 outdoor installations are expected to provide shade, seating, and water, and designs are...
Greenest County Fair on Earth Boasts Solar Powered Carousel
Few events capture the sun-soaked glory of summer better than a county fair, and when the whirling lights and sounds...
STYLE, NATURALLY: Summer Rayne Oakes debuts book
This year, designers like John Patrick Organic and Bodkin showed us that being sustainable can look really, really,...