Ariel Schwartz

NASA's $278 million Orbiting Carbon observatory failed to launch correctly earlier today from Vandenberg Air Force Base and fell into the Antarctic Ocean as a result.

LEED certification is something for any business to be proud of, but real estate lawyers and consultants say that claims of certification bear examination.

Wind power has turned dangerous with news of an alleged Sicilian Mafia scheme to gain control of wind farms. Police in Trapani nabbed eight people suspected of bribing city officials to invest in local wind farms.

New buildings claiming environmental friendliness and/or LEED certification are popping up every day, but it's important to remain wary of greenwashers.

Say what you will about Microsoft's products; the company can at least claim a commitment to sustainable marketing practices.

Copper Peak Logistics announced the wine shipping industry's first carbon neutral shipping option earlier this week. The fulfillment and logistics provider will cover the cost of carbon offsets for wine shipments, with customers encouraged to make a voluntary financial contribution.

The British government has gotten into the green business game with its recent Real Help for Businesses Now campaign, which features a top ten list of tips for small businesses trying to cut their carbon footprint.

Samsung and LG are both planning to unveil prototype solar-powered cell phones next week.

Ailing car company Ford is turning to renewable energy and fuel efficiency in an attempt to get back on its feet.

Candy waste and cow manure sounds like a nasty pairing, but the combo will be used to brew ethanol thanks to a Waco, Texas start-up called EQMA.