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After 399 Rejections, Woman is Saving the Earth With BBQ Chips Made From Bugs
Don't judge a book by its cover – even if it involves saving the world by eating snacks made from insects.
In Historic Move, the Global Shipping Industry is Agreeing to Join Climate Agreement
Since the shipping industry spans international territories, it has never been included on climate talks – until now.
Los Angeles is Painting Streets Grey in Bid to Fight Climate Change and Spur Cooler Summer
In a bid to combat climate change and spur cooler summer weather, Los Angeles city workers are painting their streets grey.
The ‘cool pavement’ project,...
Portugal Generated Enough Renewable Energy to Power the Country for an Entire Month
The record-breaking month equates to about 1.8 million tons of CO2 that were prevented from entering the atmosphere.
Colombia’s Top Court Orders Government to Protect Amazon in Landmark Case Initiated by Youth
In a historic gesture of justice, the Supreme Court sided with a group of youngsters who were suing the government for their failure to curb deforestation.
How Volcanoes Could Be Used to Build Energy Efficient Cities of the Future
These MIT researchers found that using volcanic resources to build cities isn't just cheaper – it is better for the environment as well.
Another City to Make Public Transportation Free – On Bad Air Pollution Days
The legislators of Brussels have announced that public transportation and bike-sharing systems will be free for use on days when air pollution exceeds quality...
Scientists Create World’s First Zero-Emission Solar Fuel Reactor That Works at Night
Not only can the facility create fuel when the sun is down, but it can also use air as the medium for heat transfer.
How This “Living” Chandelier Uses Algae to Purify the Air of CO2
This green-tinted chandelier is not just a gorgeous lighting fixture – it also purifies the air around it.
The Exhale chandelier is the world's first...
India Unveils Plan to Bring Electricity to Every Household in 2018
The prime minister of India has just unveiled an ambitious plan to electrify every household in the country by the end of 2018.
The $2.5...
Wind and Solar Power Has Likely Saved Up to 12,700 American Lives, Study Says
This new study asserts that not only is renewable energy good for the health of the earth – it is also good for human...
Goals of Paris Agreement May Be Met Sooner Than Expected
The precipitous drop in costs for renewable energy technology—even from prices a few years ago—means that carbon emissions may decrease faster and hit the...
Scotland Blows World Away With Wind Power Equal to 118% of Nation’s Electricity Needs
Scotland has just broken a renewable energy record by generating the equivalent of 118% of the nation's electricity for six days – solely through...
Colorado Joins Paris Climate Agreement
Gov. John Hickenlooper signed an executive order outlining Colorado's support for the treaty's goals on Tuesday.
France Plans to Eliminate Coal by 2022 and Petrol Cars by 2040
French representatives have just announced plans to ban the use of petrol and diesel fueled cars by 2040.
The decision was released just one day...
India Plants Record-breaking 66 Million Trees in 12 Hours
The nation of India has just broken their own world record by planting 66 million trees in just 12 short hours.
Over 1.5 million volunteers...
Dutch Households to Use Heat From Servers for Free Hot Showers
If you've ever sat with a laptop on your legs for a long period of time, then you must know how warm computers can...
Hawaii Becomes First U.S. State To Adopt Goals in Paris Climate Accord
Hawaii has just become the first American state to ensure their accordance with the Paris Climate Agreement.
The announcement came just days after President Trump announced that...
Michael Bloomberg Pledges $15Mil to Ensure U.S. Fulfills Paris Climate Accord
In response to President Trump’s decision to withdraw the United States from participation in the Paris climate accord, Michael Bloomberg said Thursday that his...
India Makes Moves Toward Sustainability and Less Pollution
Though India currently generates most of its power through coal-powered plants, the country has been making great strides implementing more environmentally-friendly initiatives.
For starters, according to the...