Maria Cook

Scotland has had a record-breaking year with its offshore wind resources shattering renewable energy production achievements. They have generated around one million megawatt hours of electrical power over 6 months.

The latest health food craze is moringa. What are the health benefits of this horseradish tree, often called the tree of life?

Biking as a family can be a fun way to bond, but safety is always something to watch out for.

Spain's "Desert City" complex is like a living cacti museum, with over 54,000 square feet of botanical gardens containing some of the most impressive species of cactus on the planet.

Eco-tourism is on the rise and these destinations fit the bill as sustainable destinations as well as fun for the whole family

The Real Dill pickle company in Denver, Colorado, is helping eliminate food waste with a zero waste initiative that repurposes scraps and even brine into Bloody Mary's and compost.

Vail Resorts announced an ambitious plan to zero their environmental impact by 2030. Learn about how they plan to fulfill their "Epic Promise for a Zero Footprint" over the next 13 years.

Scientists weigh in on the subject of pregnant women including fish in their diet and discuss the risks and benefits

The summer is when bugs are out in full effect and it is important for parents to follow these tips to keep their kids safe from bites

Recycling steel into batteries are the newest way scientists are saving metal waste.

These foods have long been known for their health benefits but it is shown that they can also highly improve the quality of a womans breast milk

There are many bad chemicals in sunscreen and they could lead to even worse damage than just burns, try these natural methods instead

These unique toys are not far from ordinary but they are also fun to play with and good for the planet

These are some great arts and crafts projects for those rainy days with the kids when there is seemingly nothing to do

Sonic is figuring out ways to make their beef burgers more eco-conscious and still taste good.

Hawaii is the latest area to comit to trying to find a way to transition to 100% renewable energy.

You can feel good about what perfume you wear this summer with these eco-friendly options.

Essential oils are not just great smelling, but can provide amazing health benefits, especially in children. Here are some that should be on parents radar

These ice cream brands make you feel less guilty with their sustainable dairy methods.

This Mothers Day, not only can you shower your mom with great gifts, but they can also help keep the planet safe at the same time

In order to live a sustainable lifestyle, one must take into account all facets of life and that includes birthday parties for your children

Healthy lifestyles in families run much deeper than just what food you eat and there is a lot to learn to keep everyone active and healthy

Turn your morning shower eco-friendly with these shampoos that treat the earth well.

Madrid is using large sprawls of plants to curb the rising temperatures brought about from climate change.

A new shape-changing furniture let's people move waste free without having to upgrade furniture.

An office in Nigeria uses plants to cool its building to save energy waste that escapes through the roof.

Finland is looking to launch a huge set of electric buses throughout cities later this year.

These organic alcohol brands make you feel less guilty about supporting them.

Keeping children hydrated in warm weather is of utmost importance and following these tips will help parents accomplish this goal

Bath and hygiene products can be very sustainable and at the same time safer for your children. Here is a great list of top products

While your favorite fragrances might smell great, they also could have a lot of hidden and harmful ingredients in them

Minimalist prefab homes have gotten a modern makeover and look to be the wave of living in the future

Parents who encourage their kids in all forms of art can rest easy with the rise of non-toxic art products being created everywhere

A new app called Go Play Outside is key for parents who are looking to keep their kids away from the couch and staring at screens

New shoe brands that have ethically made shoes are popping up everywhere and parents around the country can rejoice

These five flower species are not only great for your garden but could also be a great way to get the kids involved in the gardening process

It has been found that there are a lot of better lawn styles for the environment than the traditional all-grass styles that people are used to

These cities in the United States have been found to be the best to raise a family if you care about sustainability

Teaching kids how to be more sustainable has never been easier with new apps readily available to teach them

Solana Beach residents will now have an opportunity to get all of their energy from renewable sources

Green toys have come a long way as they are not only made from wood and cloth anymore

Whether you live in an urban or rural area there could be many great benefits to keeping backyard chickens around

How the French raise their children is very different than in the US and a lot of methods seem to have a better effect

Best ways to teach children how to conserve and not waste extra food

You can help those in need with these easy ways to reuse amazon boxes.

Discarded produce gets a new life at this London based pop-up.

Berries are energy rich and easy to store, but here are the best berries to eat to stay healthy.

A new sports drink by Revere is packing it's contents with plant protein to avoid sugary, unhealthy drinks.

Target is one of the first major US corporations to align with the UN's new Sustainable Development Goals.

These hair accessories are not only slick to look at, they also are friendly to the environment.