Eco-Skiing: Planet-Friendly Ways to Hit the Slopes

Many alpine ski resorts are going green, enabling enthusiasts to reduce their impact on the planet while enjoying the winter sport. Here’s some eco-information, as well as money-saving tips. Read More »

Skiing for Fitness and Pure Fun: Tips for Enjoying Alpine and Nordic Styles

Whether it’s the thrill of alpine skiing downhill or the serene pleasure of Nordic cross-country skiing, strapping on skis makes winter more enjoyable. Read More »

Cool Pavement Program

Applied on top of existing asphalt pavement, cool pavement road treatment reflects heat, which is especially needed in heat island areas. Read More »

One-Sixth of U.S. Tree Species Could Go Extinct

Facing threats from invasive pests, climate change and habitat loss, up to 135 tree species—about one-sixth of those found in the continental U.S.—could be lost forever. Read More »

Urban Crops Can Have Higher Yields Than Conventional Farming

A new study shows that urban gardens and hydroponics can thrive and may exceed the yields of rural farms. Read More »

Concrete Made with Rubber Refuse

Scientists have produced good-quality concrete in which all of the aggregate has been replaced with tire particles. Read More »

Plastic Recycling Hoax Revealed

20 states have passed bills to exempt chemical recycling facilities from waste management requirements, despite evidence that most facilities actually incinerate the plastic they receive. Read More »

Google Downplays Flight Emissions

Google has taken a key driver of global warming out of the carbon calculator embedded in the company’s Google Flights search tool, making journeys appear less impactful on the environment. Read More »

Longevity Diet Involves Fasting, Too

What research finds the optimal longevity diet to include as far as foods and timing of meals. Read More »

Stretching and Balance Exercises Can Avert Mental Decline

To protect against memory loss, simple stretching and balance exercises work as well as hard-driving aerobics, concludes a new study. Read More »

Mislabeling Found in Some Immunity Supplements

Researchers tested 30 top immunity supplements and found that only 13 contained the exact ingredients listed on their labels. Read More »

Different Fibers Produce Different Results

New research indicates that not all fibers are equal in their effect on different species of probiotics in the intestines. Read More »