A New Report Documents the Carbon Footprint of Plastics
Here's what some cities, states, and countries are doing about it.
Carbon Footprint
White Americans' Food Choices Are Contributing Disproportionately to Climate Change
A new study finds that more greenhouse gases are emitted producing the typical diet of a white American than that of a Hispanic or African American.
Tourism Leads to Way More Emissions Than Previously Thought
And the industry's share of global emissions is only expected to grow.
Letter From Portland, Oregon: In Search of a Greener Future for the Weed Industry
Will the environmental impact of cannabis balloon as legalization sweeps across the country?
Can Sports Aid in the Fight Against Climate Change?
Can sports teams muscle environmentalism into the mainstream?
Could Carbon-Labeling Products Help the Environment?
Not unless the labels are designed better, new research argues.
Green Habits Stay Home on Vacation
People who are environmentally responsible in their everyday lives seem to cast aside their green habits when traveling for leisure, a study notes.
Oregonians Embrace Ethos of Reducing Consumption
Nonprofit finds that 88 percent of Oregonians surveyed agree that reducing consumption is a good thing.
Environmental Footprints May Produce Ecological Backlash
New research suggests being informed of one’s environmental footprint can have the opposite of the intended effect.
Sustainable Living in Very Small Homes
The Tiny House movement aims to shrink environmental footprints of the places where we live.
Tracking Climate Change -- Comparing Total and Per Capita CO2 Emissions
A footprint comparison of total carbon dioxide emissions by nation and per capita shows there's plenty of room for smaller countries to reduce their carbon footprints.
Music Festivals Show How to Green a Large Outdoor Event
Music festivals, like the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, provide a model for reducing the carbon footprint of large events.
Reducing Carbon One Garbage Can at a Time
With a clear cash incentive to reduce garbage, the 'one-can' concept gains ground.
The Locavore’s Dilemma
In planning a diet based on global concerns, sometimes it's better that there are miles to go before you eat.
Making Hay From Woody Waste
Biomass, for those areas with a reliable supply of woody waste, could be a dream source of renewable energy and the ideal enemy of carbon release. If only someone would try it ...