“Naked wine,” “raw wine,” “biodynamic wine” have reached a feverish peak among trend-setting oenophiles. But what do all these labels mean, and are they actually better for the environment?

Source: TreeHugger – What’s the deal with natural wine?

One little trip can blow you right out of the water.

Source: TreeHugger – You can’t live a 1.5 degree lifestyle and get on a plane

Some moth species have evolved noise-cancelling abilities that are more efficient than today’s sound engineering technology.

Source: TreeHugger – These deaf moths defy bats using stealthy acoustic camouflage

They offer a special glimpse into local life – and they always have good snacks.

Source: TreeHugger – Visit grocery stores when you travel

Our photo of the day comes from Ontario, Canada.

Source: TreeHugger – Photo: Snowy owl rides the ice

The poetic and ephemeral fifth basic taste, umami, is the talk of the town; you can find it in these all-natural ingredients.

Source: TreeHugger – Umami mania: 9 foods in which the savory factor shines

Through trial and error, these are the indoor plants that have taken well to living in my bathroom.

Source: TreeHugger – The houseplants that are thriving in my bathroom jungle

Climate Caretakers offers a 7-week guide to reducing your carbon footprint.

Source: TreeHugger – Would you do a carbon fast for Lent?

The KISS principle applies to everything, including building design.

Source: TreeHugger – Why do we make everything so complicated? We need radical simplicity right now.

You’re more likely to eat certain foods if your friends post pictures of them.

Source: TreeHugger – Social media is influencing what you eat

Our photo of the day comes from beautiful California.

Source: TreeHugger – Photo: A gathering of cedar waxwings

Researchers tested the calming effect of music for kitties during vet visits; ‘cat-specific’ music was the winner.

Source: TreeHugger – This music calms cats the best, study finds

These 6 initiatives can build community, combat loneliness, and stretch resources.

Source: TreeHugger – Want to save the world? Start with your own neighborhood.

Over 80 countries have signed up to make our roads safer. Only one dissented.

Source: TreeHugger – Stockholm Declaration calls for Vision Zero, lower speed limits; USA says drop dead

Forget drones and self-driving cars; this is the future of deliveries, whether goods or kids.

Source: TreeHugger – The cargo bike and e-bike will eat delivery vans and family haulers

Letting kids venture out alone could be the best thing you do for them.

Source: TreeHugger – Parents, don’t be so scared of the world!

Our photo of the day comes from Yellowstone National Park.

Source: TreeHugger – Photo: Bison masters the snow

War correspondent Gwynne Dyer says they should worry more about carbon and climate change.

Source: TreeHugger – Why closing nuclear plants in Germany is a “War on Rationality”

Loop’s reusable packaging service is coming to brick-and-mortar stores in U.S., Canada, and France.

Source: TreeHugger – Grocery stores may soon offer your favorite brands in reusable containers

We are heading for an insect apocalypse, which would spell disaster for humankind. It’s time we turn our lawns back into productive plant communities.

Source: TreeHugger – Please kill your lawn