One fifth of world's reptiles endangered, says report

Almost one in five of the world's reptile species is threatened with extinction, a report from the Zoological Society of London (ZSL) warns.

Arctic 'vicious circle' observed affecting greenhouse gases

The widespread decline in Arctic sea ice is causing big changes to the balance of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere, say researchers from Sweden's Lund University.

These residential vertical forests help clean the air

There are some fanciful architectural designs that look wonderful, almost dreamlike, in drawings, but you know will almost never get built in the real world.

Nissan Leaf may be outpacing the Prius

What is the best selling electric car of all time? Well, it probably depends upon who you ask.

This floating teahouse is made out of bamboo

Tea is not just another hot drink in China, it’s a way of life — something valuable enough that a building can be built just for drinking it slowly in a contemplative natural setting.

XI is a tricked-out road warrior EV design

The mission of the Hampshire College Lemelson Center in Amherst, Mass. is to help drive students to art, design and innovation for social change via working in the areas of applied design, appropriate technology, social entrepreneurship and art & technology.

This Dutch house is self-sufficient

The goal of many green designs for houses is to make them appear part of the landscape.

Sunlight ramps up CO2 production from permafrost

It appears that, when Arctic permafrost melts, it can release carbon dioxide gas into the atmosphere much faster than previously thought.

'Carbon sponge' soaks up coal emissions

Emissions from coal power stations could be cut drastically by a new, energy-efficient material that adsorbs large amounts of carbon dioxide, then releases it when exposed to sunlight.

Middle Eastern fresh water disappearing fast

The Middle East has lost fresh water reserves equivalent to the entire Dead Sea over the last ten years, data from NASA satellites shows.

What a high-speed American railway would look like

As we all know, United States is far, far behind others part of the world like China and Europe when it comes to high-speed rail deployment.

Neptune's tidal power concept is a failure

Like the tides, tidal power’s fortunes rise and fall.

Antarctica filling up with trash

The precious Antarctic environment is turning into a rubbish dump, ecologists from Germany's Jena University are warning.

Buffalino three-wheel camper is perfect for lonely workaholics

I've never actually seen a three-wheel vehicle in use on the roads that wasn't an ATV, at least in the United States.

Kia Cross GT is one tricked-out hybrid

Kia Motors, besides showing off the unique Superman themed Optima Hybrid at the ongoing 2013 Chicago Auto Show, also unveiled a hybrid crossover concept meant to hint at a new push the brand is trying to go in automotive design and luxury looks.

Chevrolet's 2014 diesel-powered Cruze promises 42 mpg

Chevrolet has officially introduced its 2014 Cruze Clean Turbo Diesel, which is powered by a small two-liter turbo diesel engine capable of racking up 42 mpg on the highway.

These rotating solar islands track the sun

Manmade islands for the production of renewable energy – they’re all the rage, suddenly.

Clean coal system captures 99 percent of CO2

A new form of clean coal technology is ready for large-scale testing, following successful research trials at Ohio State University.

Extended range electric vehicles may be our green future

What do you think of when someone says extended range electric vehicle, or eREV?

Microscopic creature stabilizes vulnerable islands

While sea level rises caused by global warming threaten islands, a tiny marine creature appears to be riding to the rescue, spreading rapidly through the oceans and stabilizing coastlines.