The three stages of scaling up sustainable innovation

It's a long, hard road from the a-ha moment to making innovation work on a large scale. Forum for the Future sees the way. Read More

Insect gears could change the way you look at engineering

Issus coleoptratus is an unlikely hero, but one whose jumping prowess could revolutionize ballistics and spring-loaded machines. Read More

How 3D printing can revolutionize sustainable design

3D printing is the first technology with the potential to enable large-scale local manufacturing. Read More

When is oil greener than corn? 3 obstacles to bio-based materials

Over the product life cycle, natural fibers can be less sustainable than some synthetics. Here's an anatomy of a few notable failures. Read More

How HP is closing the loop on cartridge recycling

It may come at a cost, but HP's decision to deliver ink cartridges containing recycled material means it is hedging against future resource price rises. Read More

How She Leads: H&M's Helena Helmersson

After only a few years as sustainability head at clothing giant H&M, she has been named the most powerful businesswoman in Sweden. What is this star's secret? Read More

Inside Panasonic's B2B energy play

If the name Panasonic brings to mind TVs, laptops and cameras, think again. The electronics brand is angling to become an "Eco Solutions" powerhouse. Read More

Cradle to Cradle: 4 success stories, from countertops to fabrics

By tackling environmental issues through thoughtful design, these companies have earned certification from the Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institute. Read More

The next frontier in design? Hierarchical structures

Structures common in hair and bones have important implications for the future of biomedical devices, building design and beyond. Read More

How IBM helps monitor biodiversity in the Amazon

Citizen scientists in Brazil will use a new IBM data portal and mobile app to track biodiversity in the Amazon. Read More