The makers of Taser stun guns, used by police on individuals who are resisting arrest or fleeing, are now making a Taser weapon for stunning large wild animals. “Just as our Taser technology is a saf...
Every garden is amazing. From the smallest container to the most dramatic botanic garden (such as those listed below), gardens help us appreciate the natural beauty around us, amaze us with the diver...
So what would the National Organic Program be without organics? Apparently its becoming the Subcommittee on Nutrition and Horticulture. According to a story on La Vida Locavore via Grist, the purview...
Reducing food waste is simple for those of us with a yard -- just toss any fruit and veggie scraps out on the compost pile, and repeat until, soon, there is enough rich, crumbly compost to toss onto ...
When the gates open and we are all legally allowed to freely travel down to Cuba, I want to be one of the first to make the trip. And it seems we may be headed in the right direction though in seriou...
Homemade is best! As an alternative to battery operated plastic toys, spark your childs imagination with toys you make with love, using recycled materials. 1. Stuffed Friend Reclaimed felted wool swe...
Anyone else sporting winters lackluster complexion? Its that time of year when all the blush, bronzer and and lip gloss in the world just wont cut the pasty, ghost glow I begin to rock mid-January. I...
For those that follow the politics of our nations food system, it’s been an exciting year. New legislation, decisions, and rules handed down from the FDA, Congress, and other entities have the power ...
Think youve heard about strange methods of rodent control? Think again. In downtown Chicago, coyotes can be seen running the streets, not chasing people—it seems they couldnt have less interest...
I remember when the warnings about bird flu first came out. If you found a dead bird in your front yard, you were told to stay clear for fear of the disease spreading. And while the avian flu may cur...
If you’ve ever wondered why the cuisine in hot climates is often distinguished by a high degree of spiciness, the answer may come in the guise of a nifty little trick known in some circles as diet-in...
We got some seriously positive news on the over fishing front from the retired chief scientist for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administrations Fisheries Service, Steve Murawski. He said that...
Now that the glitz and glam of the holidays are behind us, the really tough winter months are ahead of us. January, February and March are the crummiest months of the year, where we have to suffer th...
If youre trying to raise money for a cause these days, you have to be creative. And this video of a guy in a bear suit, raising funds for Florida conservation, seems to fit the bill. The idea is to m...
It seems weve explored all the tricks of the trade when it comes to battling Americas obesity epidemic here on Planet Green. From the Twinkle Diet to Lap Band Surgery and everywhere in between, weve ...
In his fantastic book "The Sheer Ecstasy of Being a Lunatic Farmer," Joel Salatin has a lot to say about farmers and their toys. Most specifically, the drive for the biggest, newest tractors ...
Sustainability is on the rise worldwide, and schools are no exception. Curriculums in the U.S. and abroad are starting to include more environmental issues, and the schools themselves have started to...
It seems only yesterday that those who chose to embark on a vegan diet found themselves on the periphery of society. A fringe, more militant version of vegetarianism, they were forced to stay at home...
Ive met a few kids in my time who have never had more vegetables than a carrot stick and, if they had to guess what an artichoke is, would say its a karate move. But not my kids, of course. They ea...
When it comes to finding solutions for flooding in towns during rainy seasons, the answers can be as simple as making use of the strategies Mother Nature has already employed. Urban landscapes strip ...
When Professor Jane Plant was first diagnosed with breast cancer at age 42 she was devastated. With two young children and her life ahead of her, cancer hit her like a ton of bricks. Five years later...
Allergies have been a killer the past couple months in South Carolina. I guess thats what you get when you live in a place where short sleeves are worn into October. It was recommended to me that I g...
Keep your cell phone and MP3 scratch free with a simple cozy you can make yourself. Be creative and create a protective case thats as unique as you are. 1. Artistic Felt Cover Scraps of felt and coor...
Knowledge is power. This is true in every facet of our lives, and gardening is no exception. The more we learn about how to grow healthy, delicious vegetables and herbs, the better gardeners well bec...
It being America Recycles Daywhich a number of us at Planet Green and TreeHugger really ought to be transformed into Zero Waste Day, recycling being the least important part of the classic three, no...
Ive been thinking a lot about Thanksgiving recipes and dinner parties and so it was wonderful to make this quick and very easy chicken for a mid-week dinner that was totally different from the recipe...
Clarence Darrow once said: "Just think of the tragedy of teaching children not to doubt." Darrow never met the Robbins family. Ocean Robbins is not just the son of the most famous vegan on th...
How is it we can hone in on a particular conversation in a crowded room? Or notice a particular noise in a loud environment. New research into the way bats filter and process sound is providing insig...
Diabetes Awareness Month couldnt come soon enough. The statistics are downright staggering. Today one in three babies will develop diabetes in their lifetime and in the next 40 years, diabetes will g...
It seems after decades of putting a big slab of meat front and center on our plates Americans are starting to grow bored of both the preparation and the end result. Its not to say that they are givin...
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