A small Iowa town embraces energy independence

For Bloomfield, a fresh energy strategy can create jobs and resilience, with promise for Main Streets across the nation. Read More

John Kelly: Why Starbucks wants you to finish college

Two thousand workers are enrolled so far in a program from Arizona State University and the world's biggest "people company that happens to serve coffee." Read More

Road Congestion Relief: How Engineers are Fighting Traffic

Congested roadways are common problems that all drivers have to deal with. Whether commuting to work or enjoying a leisurely drive through the city, it is a problem that causes a great deal of stress and unnecessary frustration.However, while it is still a large problem, many engineers are dedicating their time and resources to identifying why this problem exists and what they can do to make the problem more manageable for drivers in everyday situations. Read More

Sprint, Staples, Kimberly-Clark: the litmus test for wheat-straw paper

Wireless giant teams with Woody Harrelson-backed startup in an industry-first test aimed at reducing dependence on wood pulp. Read More

How a tiny diesel-powered island is becoming a U.S. wind hub

Island living often comes at a high price when it comes to energy. Just off the coast of Rhode Island, tiny Block Island is in providing an example of why that doesn't have to be the case. Read More

How Eileen Fisher, other brands are rinsing toxics from clothes

Sensitized to growing concern, manufacturers are paying increased attention to hazardous substances in our wardrobe’s supply chain. Read More

Unilever wants you to reinvent sustainable living

A new phase of its Foundry collaboration initiative seeks input from the general public and entrepreneurs on three "grand challenges." Read More

NRDC: How we can transform 'the building blocks of life'

Yerina Mugica, leader of the Center for Market Innovation, reveals the power of partnering on energy, shelter, water and food. Read More

Can we (should we) put a price tag on nature?

Are companies actually starting to base decisions on natural capital? From Coca-Cola to China, this report tracks the signs of change. Read More

Ship efficiency technologies ready to set sail

With banks casting a leery eye at fuel-gobbling vessels, shipowners turn to speedy retrofits to take advantage of wind power. Read More