The Seychelles creates debt-for-conservation deal

The Seychelles announced two new Marine Protected Areas in a debt-for-nature swap designed by The Nature Conservancy and backed by Leonardo DiCaprio.

A Teenager Just Won $250,000 For Her Way Of Explaining Relativity

An 18-year-old from the Philippines recently explained part of Einstein’s theories of relativity in a short video clip. For her efforts, she’s won the highly-coveted 2017 Breakthrough Junior Challenge.

The world's first vending machine for the homeless is 100% free

New charity is installing vending machines with food and items like socks for the homeless in the United Kingdom.

Climate Change Lawsuit In US Comes From Young People

Twenty-one young people are suing the federal government in US for violating their rights by not sufficiently addressing climate change.

18-year old invents cheaper CO2 capture tech

18-year-old Ethan Novek's carbon dioxide (CO2) capture technology stands out from the rest because it could capture CO2 at about $10 per metric ton – around 85 percent less than the industry standard.

Elementary School in US Keeps Unwanted Food Out of Trash

Everyone knows that kids are picky eaters – so what better way to salvage their rejected snacks than these ‘share tables’ for the hungry and homeless?

Japanese architect honored for dedication to disaster relief architecture

Often referred to as Architecture’s First Responder, Shigeru Ban is known for his dedication to creating humanitarian designs that combine the needs of refugees with sustainability.

Portugal Kids Reach Crowdfunding Goal for Climate Lawsuit against EU

As Portugal reels from its worst wildfires on record, seven Portuguese children have met an important crowdfunding goal for their major climate lawsuit against 47 European nations.

Artist Creates Dolls With Skin Conditions So People Will Love Their Differences

These dolls serve as beautiful reminders of how their owners are beautiful, too – no matter their physical condition or appearance.

Tesla is shipping hundreds of Powerwall battery systems to Puerto Rico

Tesla is stepping in to aid Puerto Rico in its recovery from Hurricane Maria by sending hundreds of Powerwall battery systems.

Free Solar Panels to Be Installed on 800K Low-income UK Households

Over 800,000 low-income houses in England and Wales are to have free solar panels installed on their roofs over the course of the next five years.

This Inspiring Teenager Wants to Save Lives With His Flying Robots

Mihir Garimella, 17, has been building robots since 10, and now, he' s developing software to enable the drone to operate autonomously and hopes it will be able to navigate environments such as a burning building.

Former White Supremacists are Helping Others to Renounce Their Extremism

Life After Hate is a nonprofit that employs former neo-Nazis and white supremacists to help others renounce their extremism and hateful lifestyles.

Dutch students 'grow' a biodegradable car made of beet sugar and flax

The only components not made of bio-based materials are the wheels and suspension system. Weighing just 684 pounds, the lightweight, eco-friendly vehicle can travel up to 50 miles per hour.