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Nov 30, 2015 09:47AM
A chemical-free mushroom-based pesticide could safely target and control more than 200,000 species of agricultural pests.
Careful planning of package delivery can lower the carbon footprint of our holiday purchases.
Oct 30, 2015 10:31AM ● By Kathleen Barnes
Made-in-USA cosmetics commonly include toxic ingredients banned in the European Union; a nifty phone app can help us know when to take a pass.
Oct 30, 2015 09:59AM
With recycling gaining worldwide momentum, America Recycles Day on November 15 hopes to boost U.S. recycling past the 33 percent waste recycling mark.
French supermarkets are now mandated to donate unsold food to charities or animal feed instead of throwing it away, generating mighty cuts in hunger and food waste.
We can make the holidays even more joyful with choices that celebrate life, from local foods and vegetarian options to Native American prayers.
Sep 30, 2015 09:25AM
A Canadian firm has developed a safe scent-based product that confuses the mating pattern of specifically targeted destructive insects while leaving helpful insects alone.
Everything from chickadees to squirrels to millipedes happily feed on or nestle into a fallen or decomposing tree, while its moss and lichen refresh forest soil.
Sep 30, 2015 09:24AM ● By Avery Mack
DIY greenhouses are sprouting across the country, spreading the fun and yummy rewards of gardening into unlikely seasons.
Aug 31, 2015 09:55AM
Wind power may be the cleanest, cheapest option in all 50 states in 35 years, especially with inventions such as new bladeless turbines that are 40 percent more efficient.
Hydrogen fuels, which produce zero emissions, are in testing to operate Chinese trams.
The most memorable birthday parties make us feel good, and going green makes them feel even better.
Aug 31, 2015 09:55AM ● By Avery Mack
From LED lights to low-flow toilets to compostable drink cups, American stadiums are dramatically reducing their environmental impact.
Jul 31, 2015 10:19AM ● By Avery Mack
With a little research, we can make beautiful art and crafts using non-toxic supplies from planet-friendly sources.
Jul 31, 2015 10:18AM
As trains and buses grow more popular, cities are expanding their fleets and adding more routes.
A Boston startup allows “sun partners” without solar units to buy units of energy from “sun hosts” with rooftop panels.
Jul 10, 2015 01:53PM ● By Avery Mack
By picking what’s left behind in the fields, nonprofit groups are providing fresh, healthy food to millions nationwide.
Jun 30, 2015 10:14AM
Our food supply depends on the quality of our topsoil, and with strategies as simple as a rain garden and paving stones, we can start to protect it right at home.
Lowe’s Home Improvement says it will phase out sales of neonicotinoid pesticides, a leading factor in the disastrous global bee decline.
Jun 01, 2015 05:43PM ● By Avery Mack
Ever longed to try out downsizing? Teeny-tiny rentals a tenth the size of an average home are springing up at vacation sites ranging from national forests to urban centers.
May 29, 2015 10:12AM
Small organic molecules that absorb sunlight have been harnessed by scientists to produce power when built into windows and mobile devices.
Jul 31, 2013 11:37AM ● By Randy Kambic
Plastic is everywhere in our home, but we can start taking baby steps to reduce its impact on our health and the environment.
May 31, 2013 11:04AM
Helpful tips make an at-home car wash both energy-efficient and thorough.
Jan 10, 2012 06:22PM ● By Brita Belli
Plastic containers for food and drinks often contain unhealthy chemicals that contribute to toxic buildups in our bodies and landfills. Try these practical ways to avoid using them.
Aug 31, 2011 09:08AM
Innovation is shaping every facet of the eco-fashion industry—watch for these trend-setting, eco-wise textiles.
Feb 28, 2011 04:45PM ● By Barbara Pleasant
These eight culinary gems will spice up your meals, and they like being pot-bound.
Jul 01, 2010 02:00AM ● By Barbara Pleasant
Whether this is your first year growing a kitchen garden or your thumb glows green from years of use, it’s possible to quickly turn dreams of bountiful organic harvests into a reality.
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