Depending on where you live, there are some items that simply aren't recyclable, including varieties of paper, glass and plastic. Check with your city service provider to know specifics, but here ...

Scientists have discovered the connection between car fumes and lung cancer. The new study uncovered how fine particulate matter smaller than 2.5 micrometers, known as PM2.5, triggers lung cancer ...

Avoiding pollution in the first place would be best. But as we transition to a post-carbon future, biological solutions can help us find a path forward.

Cactus leather can be used for handbags, shoes, furniture, and more. We look at its environmental impact and how it compares to cotton and leather.

Almost a third of the U.S.'s entire food supply is wasted—sent to landfills or incinerators. Here's how food waste impacts the environment.

Breathaboard Is a Greener Alternative to Drywall Made of agricultural waste, it is a drop-in replacement that stores carbon dioxide.

This Outdoor Air Conditioner Runs on Liquid Nitrogen A very cool idea: an outdoor AC you don't have to plug in.

Earth Month Challenge: 30 Easy Actions for Every Day of April Celebrate our beautiful home planet with a small act for every day of the month.

Palm oil is ubiquitous in cosmetics, food, and cleaning products, but is it sustainable? Here's an overview of how the crop impacts the planet.

Most appliances can be recycled, but some require more preparation than others. Learn how to recycle refrigerators, a/c units, dishwashers, stoves, and other large appliances.

Pollinators aren’t the only bugs that can help your garden. Learn what beneficial insects can do for your garden and how to coexist with them.

McDonald's has opened what it calls the United Kingdom's first net-zero carbon restaurant. It claims: "The Market Drayton McDonald’s, which will act as a blueprint for future restaurants around ...