Not all sumac is the bad stuff that gives a person a poison ivy like reaction (like this), the sumac pictured here was used by native americans to make plant dyes and even a citrus tasting drink akin to lemonaid. Red sumac, also known as Staghorn, grows..

Eco-friendly consumers who want to network with other going green people can now do so online at UniversityoftheGreen.org. Founded by a college professor, the site brings eco-friendly people together who want to support environmental protection causes and

Since ancient times, many civilizations have realized the healing qualities of gardens with their fruit trees, flowers, water, and songbirds. The earliest hospitals in the Western world were infirmaries in monastic communities where herbs and prayer were

Meet the new crop of American farmers -- young and energetic idealists who are bringing local, sustainable food back to the table.

Much ado has been made recently about Cadbury's decision to go Fair Trade with its Dairy Milk chocolate bar line, the top-selling chocolate bar in the UK (sort of like the British equivalent of Hershey's, for Americans who aren't familiar). But although

How broke would you have to get to eat roadkill? According to Sandor Katz, lifelong activist and food lover, roadkill has been a source of food for poor people since cars were invented. So, don't be classist. At least read more about it!

Is the recession fading the green movement? It depends on your definition of "green." For some people, green means switching to super-efficient appliances, buying hybrid cars and investing in other eco-friendly products.

1. Antibacterial cleaners--2. Air fresheners--3. Dishwasher detergent--4. Oven cleaners--5. Carpet and upholstery shampoo--6. Toilet, tub and tile bowl cleaners. [Provides viable & green alternatives]

Do you want to register a site for Clean Up Australia Day? Just click the link below. Read more Victorian bushfire Statement from Ian Kiernan AO, Chairman and Founder of Clean Up Australia. > Read more Clean Up the Murray postponed The

I was surprised to read what I can say is the most unique claim to being sustainable I 've seen in a while - Basically, by killing Paihamu for their fur, they are helping restore ecological balance on New Zealand.