Cut Commuting Costs by Biking to Work

The number of Americans who bike as their primary means of transportation to work has increased almost 40 percent in the past decade -- and with good reason.

My Story: Foraging for Fun(gus) and Profit

Picking wild foods for restaurants and markets has become big business. But, as veteran mushroom hunter Connie Green of Napa, California, tells us, it’s not as easy as it looks.

Save Thousands in 15 Minutes or Less

You'll be surprised how much you can pocket in so little time.

New Rules for Light Bulbs Mean Lower Electric Bills

As federal energy provisions kick in, it means the end for inefficient light bulbs.

Earn Higher Returns with Microloans

Microfinance investments can yield 5.5% or more -- often while helping schools and nonprofits.

Last Chance for Home Energy Tax Credit

Go green and earn some green before year-end.

The Best of Everything, 2011

Our annual awards choose the standouts in stocks, funds, credit cards, travel, tech, apps, cars and more.

10 Tiny Houses You'll Love Big Time

You can find huge savings in these small living spaces.

Don't Bury Your Technotrash

Your electronic castoffs could be someone else’s e-treasure.

Great Advice From Around the Web

A weekly look at personal finance tips and insights others are offering.

6 Things to Know About Saving on Gas

Being smart about your fuel use is guaranteed to save you green.

Zipcar: Robin Chase

Robin Chase the founder of Zip Car shares tells us about her mission to help share resources.

6 Gas-Saving Myths That Simply Don't Work

If you're trying to save on gas, here are six things you shouldn't do after filling up.

By David Bakke

Why the U.S. Faces Ongoing Energy Challenges

Nearly 40 years after the first energy crisis, we continue to rely heavily on oil, much of it from unstable countries.

How to Save on Utility Bills and Trips to the Gas Station

We show you how to slash utility bills and make fewer trips to the gas pump.

Great Advice From Around the Web

A weekly look at personal finance tips and insights others are offering.

How to Build a $1 Million Business

Going Green Pays Off

Claim an energy tax credit for the home improvements you made last year.

Electric Reality Check

Waiting lists for the Volt and Leaf are long, and early sales are confined to a few areas.

11 Forecasts for 2011

Power From the Center of the Earth

Chad McGowan of Fort Mill, South Carolina, doubled the size of his home but left his energy bill unchanged with a geothermal energy system.

Best of Everything 2010: Cars and Bikes

FTC Making "Green" on a Label Mean Something

Right now, manufacturers slap all kinds of environmentally friendly labels on products ranging from glass cleaners to shoes, but there may not be much to back up the claims.

Venture Capitalists Go for Green Companies

With enough time to wait for the payoff, the venture crowd can afford to pour millions into the clean-tech sector.

U.S. Energy Policy: Is Uncle Sam Green Enough?

Despite earmarking $100 billion for renewable energy, our government has drawn criticism for not being tough enough on environmental issues.

4 Green Stock Picks that Can Bloom in a Perilous Sector

Renewable-energy stocks suffer due to big-picture uncertainties, but prospects are better than they seem.

A Green Car for Every Driver

Which fuel-efficient vehicle is right for you? That depends on how and where you drive.

4 Roadblocks to Buying a Plug-In Car

Interested in a plug-in vehicle? There are a few things you should know about powering your car from the grid.

Earn Rewards by Going Green

There’s a new spin on loyalty programs -- rewards for cutting back on trash.

Solar Roofing Grabs the Light

As consumers increasingly demand conservation minded building materials, companies are rolling out new products.

Alt-Energy Is in for a Boost

Changes to the grid to reduce power outages will help wind, solar, tidal and geothermal energy projects reach customers.

Best Cities 2010: Des Moines, Iowa

Our number-seven pick for Best Cities for the Next Decade is fertile ground for new jobs.

Best Cities 2010: Seattle, Wash.

The economy in our number-two pick for Best Cities for the Next Decade is ready for take-off.

The 7 Top Funds for Ethical Investing

No matter your politics or your beliefs, you can find a socially screened fund that will match your morals -- and make you money.

How Green Is Your Label?

Some identify products that may be good for your health or help save the environment, but only one focuses on saving you money.

States Vying for Alternative-Energy Firms

Take a look at which states are landing key solar and other high-tech firms.

Solar Power to the People

Worries about safety and neighborhood aesthetics will spawn new rules but won’t stop solar installations.

Tech Solutions for Water Shortages

New water management, treatment and conservation methods will bolster water supplies and save money.

Save Money by Going Green

Think being environmentally friendly is expensive? Think again.

Cash for Clunker Appliances

The fridge on its last legs? Uncle Sam wants you to replace it with a new, energy efficient model -- and will give you money to do so.