NEW YORK CITY -- It's that time of the year when most Americans finish Thanksgiving leftovers and venture out in search for the best holiday sales. More importantly, they plan their household ...

The typical rules of sustainability do not apply when it comes to choosing the most environmentally friendly Christmas tree. The Christmas tree debate on real versus artificial, and which is better ...

Trees are known for absorbing CO2. But microbes in their bark also absorb other climate-active gases, methane, hydrogen, and ...

It’s a big dilemma at Christmas: is a real or artificial Christmas tree better for the environment? It seems there’s not one clear answer and many elements to factor in when making the decision.

Each year, getting a fresh tree is part of a holiday tradition. But is getting a new tree every year more environmentally friendly compared to reusing a fake one? To help us break down what is best ...

Pine or plastic — which Christmas tree is better for the planet? For the eco-conscious, the needling question remains something of a head-scratcher. While artificial firs can be used year after year, ...

Recycled Christmas trees are particularly important during dry seasons, like this winter, when water levels are low.