Cornell Researchers Use Waste Heat to Keep Cows Cool
To help farmers keep cows cool, Cornell engineers are collaborating on a multidisciplinary research project that could provide a sustainable…
Recycle Denim Through Jan. 31 and Help Insulate Homes
More than 600 tons of denim has been diverted from landfills by Blue Jeans Go Green, a denim recycling initiative.
Lighten Your Footprint with Shoes Made from Recycled Cork
ReCORK and footwear manufacturer SOLE have partnered to create the world's first line of carbon-negative shoes made from recycled corks.
U.N. Study: Worldwide E-Waste Expected to Grow by a Third
End-of-life electronics worldwide are expected to increase by 33 percent in just five years, reaching 65.5 million metric tons annually…
Samsung Creates a Cardboard Printer
A visit to a donut shop inspired a Samsung designer's "ah-ha!" moment: Why not make a printer from cardboard? And…
Turning Empty Bottles into Artistic Cheese Trays and More
Tim Gottschalk of Bottle Crafters makes functional pieces — like cheese trays, drinking glasses, lamps and vases — from glass…
L.A. Company Gives E-Waste and Ex-Inmates a Second Chance
Isidore Electronics Recycling provides e-waste recycling services and an employment program for previously incarcerated Angelenos who face barriers to employment.
Green Label Guide: What Is EcoLogo?
The EcoLogo label helps manufacturers and consumers easily identify environmentally preferred products and is used for everything from building materials…