Found all over the world, the perfectly preserved bodies that are were either deliberately or naturally mummified give us a rare glimpse of ancient people.

It's not hard to see why these four bizarre-looking underwater creatures have been mistaken for sea monsters throughout history.

Learn about 14 ways you can reduce your dependence on the grid, like collecting and purifying rainwater, building a root cellar and switching to compost toilets.

Illuminate your home and enjoy some indoor greenery at the same time with these three beautiful planter/lamp combo designs.

Did you know that the larvae of most eel species is almost entirely transparent for the first three months to year of its life?

Take an environmentally conscious trip to Alaska, Australia, Antarctica, Kenya or Peru, whether you're an adventurous hiker or a laid-back cruiser.

Thrill seeker Dean Potter crosses Cathedral Peak in Yosemite National Park on a tightrope, with the full moon as a dramatic backdrop.

This clever birdhouse fits onto your roof like a standard terracotta tile, creating an elevated retreat for feathered friends.

These 14 homes and commercial buildings make use of the renewable energy, heat and cooling power found deep beneath the crust of the earth.

These 12 concepts for city transportation include bike monorails, elevated buses that hover over vehicular traffic and cars that double as apartment balconies.

Photographer Alexander Safanov captures the annual 'sardine run' off the coast of South Africa in this incredible series of underwater images.

Is that hummingbird watching you? Maybe. Check out these 11 robotic animals including surveillance birds, cargo-carrying mules and pollution-sniffing fish.

All it takes to turn an ordinary disposable plastic bottle into a simple, surprisingly durable birdhouse is heating it and molding it into shape.

The LS3 is a headless robotic mule that can reduce the load on soldiers in the field, carrying 400 pounds of gear and following voice commands.

Gardens sprout up in the most unexpected places, including flyer boxes, urinals, computers, coat pockets and inside cathedrals.

This terracotta backyard beekeeping set includes a functional shelf and a transparent receptacle for the honeycomb.

This snowboard is covered in solar panels to gather energy on the slopes, and charge your gadgets when you're done.

Japanese architects solve problems like tiny house lots and cutting electricity usage with creative architectural solutions like these.

The world may not have ended, but the Ancient Mayans are still a fascinating subject. Check out 10 facts about their knowledge, advancements and collapse.

What looks like some sort of odd display for beets turns out to be a musical instrument you can play like drums.