Tube tied: Why millions of CRTs are being stockpiled, not recycled

Millions of old TV tubes tell a story of a recycling infrastructure that is out of whack.  Read More

10 things General Motors learned about going landfill-free

How the automaker put the brakes on waste in more than 100 manufacturing facilities. Read More

How one engineer's birdwatching made Japan's bullet train better

A high-speed rail operator needed its trains to be faster and quieter. Its manager turned to owls and kingfishers for inspiration. Read More

How to measure the ROI of LEED

Measuring the costs and benefits of LEED certification is easier now that multiple studies have shown green buildings sell for higher prices and draw higher rents.   Read More

Sustainable fashion design: Thinking outside the index

The industry needs to focus on both sustainable production and consumption of clothing. Read More

Green cleaning company Method acquired by Ecover

San Francisco and Belgium-based competitors come together to create world's largest green cleaning company. Read More

From pastry to plastic: Starbucks finds sweet spot for food waste

Rather than rely on petroleum for creating plastics, Hong Kong researchers extracted succinic acid from cookies and croissants. Read More

Mushrooms and bamboo? Dell delves into packaging alternatives

Say goodbye to plastic and peanuts. Use these 3 biodegradable and compostable materials instead. Read More

Racing to the top: 10 green Olympic facts

Features range from real-time energy monitoring to the world's first recyclable stadium to an athlete's village with a green future. Read More

Why green chemistry is a major driver of product innovation

Better-designed and greener ways have taken root among researchers and industry, and it's not just about removing hazardous chemicals from the hood. Read More