We all know that sharks and jellyfish and the occasional undertow can harm ocean goers, but how much thought have you given to pollution? According to a recent report from NRDC, you really should pay more attention to the water-quality than anything.  Here's a quick list of the best beaches around, pollution-wise: California, Stinson Beach, Marin County (0%) California, Newport Beach, Orange County (0%) Delaware, Rehoboth Beach,...

In an effort to combine aesthetics with eco-friendly design, Hiroshi Iguch has created the stunning Camouflage House. A member of the Fifth World architecture sustainability project, Iguch constructed the Camouflage House with a greenhouse-style glass roof which allows for already-established trees and roots. The house is also made using all green materials and the openess of the home is really...

I know we're all doing well on trying to reduce our carbon footprint, but it's hard to fall back to old ways and forget our mission.  So, this Monday let's start back to where we want to be with these Ten New Steps To Reduce Carbon Footprint! 1.  Drop the plastic bottle and always have on hand a refillable, safe plastic bottle so you can stay on the go as well as stay hydrated, the eco-friendly way. 2.  Carry cloth bags with you to the...

Strangely the city of Amsterdam in the usually calm Netherlands is suffering from a group of pranksters that are throwing eco-friendly Smart cars into the canals. Dutch media are reporting that the city has been having trouble with residents throwing off the cars into their canals over the past two weeks and they are not close to finding any of the culprits.  The police are working to get the Smart cars out of the canals and back onto...

If you're looking for a great way to lower your carbon footprint, then maybe you shouldn't look past your own vehicle.  We all take for granted the ease of traveling to and fro during our days, so why not consider taking on a newer, better way to travel? Say hello to the Toyota Prius.  We know she's not the sexy Mustang you had your heart on, but you'll be filling up the tank a heck of a lot less. Capable of 72.4 mpg, the Prius has just...