Nature

Why are waterless urinals popular in some places and not others, even in the same building? Despite the many green benefits of no-flow toilets, if you don't keep them clean, no one cares if they're green. Read More

Despite efforts to improve operations, cruise ships that ply North American waters must go a lot further to become environmentally responsible, says Friends of the Earth, whose latest report card on the industry gives 11 major cruise lines green grades ranging from B- to F. Read More

The headquarters of the International Finance Corporation, the World Bank member that provides financing for private sector investment in developing countries, has earned a LEED-Platinum rating, the most prestigious of the U.S. Green Building Council certifications.   Read More

Nestle moved aggressively to clean up its palm oil supply chain Monday, following months of heated social media campaigns drawing attention to its supply chain ties to illegal deforestation practices. Read More

Designers are tapping advanced building technology as well as concepts dating to ancient times to green a terminal at San Francisco International Airport that will be the new home for Virgin America and American Airlines domestic flights. Read More

This report from EcoSecurities surveyed global corporations about how and where they plan to invest in carbon offset projects from forestry. Read More

This new Lloyd's 360 Risk Insight report says businesses must act now in the face of diminishing water supplies. The report, produced in conjunction with the WWF, looks at the issue of water scarcity and its impact on business. Read More

Not so long ago, environmental activists in India targeted PepsiCo and other beverage companies for consuming excessive groundwater in local communities. PepsiCo is striving to make a difference by reducing its water use and helping communities secure clean water. Read More

Green building is a growing staple of international commerce, and German-American collaboration is a theme that's gaining resonance on the green building and products front. Read More

This report from the U.K.'s Engineering the Future group looks at the risks that countries face from water shortages and how governments and organizations can manage their water supplies for future availability. Read More