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Jul 31, 2018 12:29PM ● By April Thompson
As potable water gets scarcer worldwide, American communities are creatively exploring ways to encourage people to be always water wise.
Jun 29, 2018 12:28PM ● By Avery Mack
By using marine debris, steel, twigs and even snow, artists are incorporating the natural world into their work while simultaneously sending out an SOS from the planet.
Jun 29, 2018 12:02PM
New data shows that emissions from raising farmed animals make up about 15 percent of global human-induced emissions, with three large meat producers emitting as much as some oil companies.
McDonald’s says it will end the use of harmful polystyrene foam packaging globally by year’s end, and Dunkin’ Donuts is phasing out its polystyrene foam cups in favor of paper cups.
Jun 29, 2018 12:01PM
Natural pools, which may be built of stone and clay and filtered with aquatic plants, turn out to be both eco-friendly and price competitive compared to conventional swimming pools.
May 31, 2018 11:43AM ● By Avery Mack
Efforts are underway around the country to make polluted waterways clean again and to instill local appreciation for their many helpful roles.
May 31, 2018 11:43AM ● By John D. Ivanko and Lisa Kivirist
Across the country, cities from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh to Portland are finding fresh new ways to create engaging street life for residents while eco-upgrading their green spaces, services and infrastructure.
May 31, 2018 11:41AM
Harnessing technology and cleverness, homebuilding startups in the Ukraine, Italy and Lebanon are offering tiny, energy-neutral, quick-built houses at low cost.
Joining a nationwide movement, Boston has banned single-use plastic shopping bags, requiring shoppers to bring their own totes or pay for eco-friendly bags.
Apr 30, 2018 11:42AM ● By Avery Mack
From the Grand Canyon to the Gateway Arch to the Empire State Building, America’s landmarks are making the old new again with Earth-friendly changes.
Apr 30, 2018 11:17AM
A British supermarket chain plans to drastically lower its use of plastic packaging in 1,000 of its own-label products.
Is this item trash, garbage or recyclable? As important as recycling is, it can sometimes be confusing. A short quiz offers answers to help sort out discards.
Mar 30, 2018 12:57PM ● By Lisa Marshall
As the Earth slowly heats up, we’re being affected by rising allergens, disaster-related trauma and the increase in insects carrying dangerous diseases.
Mar 30, 2018 12:17PM
Across the U.S., energy users of all sizes are taking control of their power supply and relieving stress from the grid.
A British company has invented a solar-powered, onsite mini-recycling plant that transforms plastic waste into usable architectural tiles.
Mar 30, 2018 12:17PM ● By Avery Mack
From using defrosting trays to doffing shoes at the door to placing plants in the loo, easy ways abound to make our home healthier for us and easier on our environment.
