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‘The time for excuses is over,’ small island leaders tell UN, urging global action on climate change

Thu, 01 Oct 2015 00:27:40 +0000

Speaking today at the United Nations General Assembly, the Prime Minister of Fiji, along with the leaders of other small island developing States, warned of the existential threat of climate change and looked forward to the possibility of consensus at an upcoming UN climate conference in Paris.

Photo: Young gray fox spots the photographer

Wed, 30 Sep 2015 21:10:46 +0000

It feels like this gray fox is looking right at us.

Mealworms can eat an all-plastic diet and not die

Wed, 30 Sep 2015 17:55:32 +0000

Researchers at Stanford found a way to speed up the process of breaking down Styrofoam and other types of polystyrene, with help from mealworms.

What's the best way to sell the green movement?

Wed, 30 Sep 2015 16:28:42 +0000

What lessons have we learned since Jimmy Carter was president?

XPrize is giving away $20 million for a new technology that makes something good out of CO2

Wed, 30 Sep 2015 15:56:32 +0000

The competition is looking for new ideas for capturing the emissions from fossil fuels and turning them into something useful instead of harmful.

Tesla officially launches the Model X electric SUV, and it's unlike anything out there!

Wed, 30 Sep 2015 14:59:28 +0000

I'm not kidding, there's a bioweapon defense mode...

Glasswings could help solar soar

Wed, 30 Sep 2015 13:15:00 +0000

A coating that mimics the wings of butterflies allows solar panels to absorb almost all of the light energy, reflecting less

Looking for a gorgeous eco-friendly notebook? Check out these 6 companies

Wed, 30 Sep 2015 12:00:00 +0000

Made entirely from recycled, sustainable, or tree-free fibers, these companies care as much for the environment as they do for aesthetics.

Small islands remain ‘humanity’s moral compass,’ leaders tell UN, urging action on climate change

Wed, 30 Sep 2015 04:47:50 +0000

The President of the Dominican Republic, among other leaders of small island developing States addressing the General Assembly today, noted the importance of tackling climate change as a key part of the broader work of ensuring sustainable development for all.

Photo: Monarch butterflies flock together

Tue, 29 Sep 2015 21:51:20 +0000

This beautiful cluster of Monarch butterflies was seen at St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge in Florida.

How skyscrapers are killing great cities

Tue, 29 Sep 2015 19:23:39 +0000

And why old buildings remain more flexible and frugal.

Incredible new test detects all viruses that infect people

Tue, 29 Sep 2015 19:07:30 +0000

'With this test, you don't have to know what you're looking for,' says researcher.

“This Changes Everything” aims to be the climate change documentary for people who hate climate docs

Tue, 29 Sep 2015 16:55:16 +0000

Director Avi Lewis shares some of the filmmaking process behind the new climate change documentary.

GoSol releases first free solar concentrator construction guide

Tue, 29 Sep 2015 16:42:04 +0000

Learn how to build a .5kW solar concentrator from locally available materials with this free guide.

RePhone modular phone kit lets you build your own smartphone in minutes

Tue, 29 Sep 2015 16:13:56 +0000

The open source kit has an array of add-on modules that let you build something basic to something much more complex. It's like the Raspberry Pi of cell phones.

Video: Partnering on Sustainable Forestry in Florida

Tue, 29 Sep 2015 16:13:05 +0000

In this video, see how SFI and the Florida Forest Service is making sustainable forestry a reality.

'Person on the street' interviews show that people have no clue about climate change

Tue, 29 Sep 2015 15:39:01 +0000

Climate change is important, but it's boring and complex, so it's hard to communicate effectively.

Wretched Excess: Private yachts are so yesterday, now it's private floating islands.

Tue, 29 Sep 2015 15:25:54 +0000

But, we ask, are they green and sustainable?

How many deaths did the VW Emissiongate scandal cause?

Tue, 29 Sep 2015 14:53:55 +0000

The impact of air pollution isn't as direct as a faulty airbag, but if it affects enough people, it can be just as deadly.

Architect imagines a neighborhood and a whole new building type designed around bikes

Tue, 29 Sep 2015 14:21:51 +0000

Architect Steven Fleming designs an apartment building where you can cycle to your door.

Do you know when to ask for a discount?

Tue, 29 Sep 2015 13:00:00 +0000

There are certain situations in which nobody should have to pay full price. Know when to ask for a discount, and do so politely.

World’s smallest snail discovered, 10 could fit in the eye of a needle

Tue, 29 Sep 2015 11:24:12 +0000

The teeniest of land snails known to man is among 7 new species found in China.

Small wooden home sits like a modernist mountain in the countryside

Tue, 29 Sep 2015 11:00:00 +0000

Inspired by arthropods, this minimalist all-wood home features a spacious-feeling interior and energy-efficient, passive heating and cooling strategies.

Your bank wants climate action too

Tue, 29 Sep 2015 10:33:34 +0000

Six big US banks just called for a strong climate deal in Paris. Let's hope their lending follows their rhetoric.

Heavenly Oasis dome offers a 360-degree view of night sky

Mon, 28 Sep 2015 20:42:19 +0000

Perfect for starry nights out on the beach, this unique dome tent was created by a kite-surfing enthusiast who wanted to sleep in something that didn't feel like a box.

High tech monitor helps beekeepers track bee activity and colony health in realtime

Mon, 28 Sep 2015 20:04:58 +0000

The challenge of keeping honeybee hives healthy and viable is getting a helping hand, in the form of a few new high tech tools.

How to tell if produce is organic in 2 seconds

Mon, 28 Sep 2015 19:48:13 +0000

If you’re unsure about the nature of supermarket produce, here’s the giveaway.

Reader Photo: Last night’s blood moon

Mon, 28 Sep 2015 19:37:04 +0000

Our readers submitted so many amazing photos of the rare lunar eclipse, it certainly made choosing one for our photo of the day challenging!

VW Emissiongate: EX-CEO faces criminal investigation in Germany, Audi confirms 2.1 million of its cars involved in rigging

Mon, 28 Sep 2015 19:32:48 +0000

This is far from over for those who committed this huge environmental fraud.

Don't get mad, get even: Cyclist hit by driver, grabs car keys, throws them down sewer

Mon, 28 Sep 2015 17:20:43 +0000

The war on cars in Toronto is getting tense as cyclists fight back.