A dramatic and surprising magnetic effect of light discovered by University of Michigan researchers could lead to solar power without traditional semiconductor-based solar cells.
Despite the growing scientific consensus that global warming is real, Americans have become increasingly polarized on the environmental problem.
Green Mountain Energy Co. has launched a widely available, emissions-free Texas wind-powered product designed for drivers of plug-in electric and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles.
A scientist has studied what plants might be like on an Earth-like planet with two or three suns and found that they may appear black or grey.
Four families. Five weeks. One goal: to reduce household trash to zero. Watch their progress in a new reality TV show called Dare to Go Zero produced by the City of Austin debuting on Earth Day, Friday, April 22.
Researchers in America have shown that ozone can be reduced, on average, when electric vehicle charging is done at night time.
Researchers are trying to find a new way to get energy from oil shale without producing greenhouse gases.
EPA has proposed stronger standards that require facilities that produce polyvinyl chloride (PVC) to reduce emissions of harmful toxics, improving air quality and protecting people’s health in communities where these facilities are located.
Boeing and South Carolina Electric & Gas have announced an energy partnership that will enable Boeing South Carolina to operate as a 100-percent renewable energy site.
The most recent earthquake in Japan affected water levels in groundwater wells all over the country.
The P3 award competition and National Sustainable Design Expo were a part of the 2011 EPA Earth Day celebration event April 16-17.
EPA has released the 16th annual U.S. greenhouse gas inventory.
The New York State Attorney General’s Office urged the U.S. Supreme Court to uphold the right of states to sue five polluting power companies to force them to reduce carbon dioxide emissions, the primary cause of climate change.
PlaNYC New York City Brownfield Cleanup Program is the first municipally-run brownfield cleanup program in the nation.
Someday the entire surface area of a building’s windows could be used to generate electricity — without interfering with the ability to see through them.
A team of researchers from Spain and Canada have detected flame retardant pollutants in peregrine falcon eggs in both countries.
RecycleMania wrapped up its 11th annual recycling competition in early April. It is an eight-week challenge that ignites classic college rivalries, rallying students, faculty and staff to increase on-campus recycling rates beyond their collegiate competitors.
Iowa State has developed a biorefinery simulator designed to help students in its biorenewable resources and technology program learn about biofuel production.
As more businesses are seeing the advantages of "going green" the Virginia Recycling Association would like to be a resource for businesses that want to find out more about how and what they can recycle.
Strong relationships with faith and neighborhood organizations will help promote environmental stewardship that will lead to cleaner communities, encourage healthier families and build a stronger America.