win Boxed wine: It's greener, but how's the taste? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 23 Feb 2009 16:42:23 +0000 Boxed wine is quick becoming a favorite of eco-friendly wineries and organic wine drinkers who are starting to love brands like yellow + blue. Full Article Beverages
win Grocery survey results show interest in organics still growing By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 16 Aug 2013 12:28:49 +0000 Check out this infographic, which breaks down the importance of organic food, how mobile usage affects purchasing, food labels and more. Full Article Healthy Eating
win It's Maryland Wine Week By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 06 Jun 2011 13:14:05 +0000 In Maryland, local restaurants and retailers will be featuring state wines through June 12, 2011. Full Article Beverages
win Monsanto wins Supreme Court case on GMO soybean seeds By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 13 May 2013 18:55:40 +0000 Unanimous decision rules in favor of Monsanto regarding the replanting of seeds from genetically modified soybeans. Full Article Healthy Eating
win Young honeybees may be growing up too fast By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 10 Feb 2015 20:55:07 +0000 A buzzworthy new discovery might help explain the alarming speed of colony collapse disorder. Full Article Animals
win Want to fight drought? Build wind turbines By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 11 Apr 2015 13:26:08 +0000 Renewable energy doesn't just slow climate change, it saves water too — lots of it. Full Article Energy
win Artificial intelligence meets real stupidity (and guess who wins?) By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 24 Mar 2016 17:55:15 +0000 A Microsoft experiment goes awry in short order as Tay runs straight into Godwin's Law. Full Article Research & Innovations
win Eggbeater technology to double wind farm output By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 31 Mar 2010 21:54:43 +0000 By creating mini-tornados using adjacent counter-spinning vertical turbines, WindHarvest International hope to revolutionize the productivity of wind power. Full Article Research & Innovations
win We have a winner! The Great Ben & Jerry's Fair Trade Ice Cream Giveaway By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 16 Nov 2010 19:04:34 +0000 Find out who won a year's worth of Ben & Jerry's ice cream and how contest promoted the benefits of fair trade. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
win Robot sewing machines could make 'made in China' obsolete By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 08 Jun 2012 13:53:34 +0000 Sweatshops filled with robots could bring manufacturing of smartphones, computers and TVs to the United States, as well. Full Article Research & Innovations
win House of Mandela: Fair Trade wines from South Africa's famous family By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 08 Nov 2013 13:00:00 +0000 The daughter and granddaughter of Nelson Mandela lead the Mandela family in sustainable wine making. Full Article Beverages
win How many different kinds of grapes can you stuff into one bottle of wine? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 19 Apr 2017 19:49:00 +0000 De Bos Rosé is handpicked, fair trade accredited and made from 47 different varietals of grapes. Full Article Beverages
win And the 2013 James Beard winners are … By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 07 May 2013 18:22:26 +0000 Restaurants, chefs, and food writers received the highest honors in food during this past weekend’s James Beard Award ceremonies. Full Article Healthy Eating
win A lighter, more durable wind turbine blade By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 30 Aug 2011 17:57:14 +0000 The new blade, which was designed by Marcio Loos, a post-doctoral researcher in the Department of Macromolecular Science and Engineering of Case Western Reserve Full Article Research & Innovations
win 'Smart' window design instantly changes tint depending on air temperature By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 29 Sep 2011 19:37:11 +0000 Korean scientists create energy-saving windows that reflect heat in the summer and absorb it during the winter. Full Article Research & Innovations
win For wind turbines, bigger is generally greener By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 28 Jun 2012 02:11:39 +0000 Wind energy is often viewed as environmentally friendly. Still, even if wind turbines are situated so as to not inadvertently kill birds and bats, they may carr Full Article Energy
win How researchers can use GPS to track hurricane wind speeds By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 19 Jul 2013 16:09:48 +0000 Adding to data from current technologies, GPS radio signals could help to show a more comprehensive view of hurricanes' behaviors. Full Article Climate & Weather
win Third-grader born with no hands wins national handwriting contest again By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 10 May 2018 14:58:59 +0000 9-year-old Anaya Ellick is the proud recent winner of the Nicholas Maxim national handwriting contest. A remarkable feat, given that she doesn't have hands. Full Article Family Activities
win Oscar-winning 'Bao' is about a mom who thinks a dumpling is her baby — and I get it By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 25 Feb 2019 18:43:25 +0000 The animated short "Bao" is about a Chinese mother overprotecting a dumpling, and it speaks to anyone who has ever been a mom or had a mom. Full Article Arts & Culture
win Microsoft buys energy output of Texas wind farm By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 04 Nov 2013 18:24:53 +0000 Microsoft is the latest in a long line of tech companies making a serious play in the renewable energy sector. Full Article Energy
win Is Windows RT dead? By www.laptopmag.com Published On :: Tue, 26 Nov 2013 14:20:30 +0000 It would make sense for Microsoft to either cut Windows RT out of the picture or somehow merge it with Windows Phone. Full Article Gadgets & Electronics
win 6 things Microsoft's Nadella must do to save Windows By www.laptopmag.com Published On :: Wed, 05 Feb 2014 14:58:42 +0000 Microsoft faces strong competition on both desktop and mobile fronts. What can the new CEO do to ensure the company's success? Full Article Sustainable Business Practices
win McCarthy should open the windows at the EPA, letting in the press and public By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 11 Apr 2013 18:15:42 +0000 Two environmental journalists call for the Environmental Protection Agency to become more open to the press and thus to the public. Full Article Guest Columnist
win Cheap wines reportedly have high levels of arsenic By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 20 Mar 2015 19:34:54 +0000 Should we be worried, or is it OK to keep drinking (for now)? Full Article Beverages
win How small-scale farmers are growing more rice with less water and fewer chemicals By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 15 Apr 2013 15:34:24 +0000 SRI, the system of rice intensification, has taken agribusiness giants by surprise with its record-breaking harvests across the globe. Full Article Leaderboard
win Repair of the world: How Tikkun Olam Award winners are making a difference By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 04 Sep 2013 18:41:00 +0000 Each socially-conscious Jewish teenager receives $36,000 for further public service work or education. Full Article Leaderboard
win How marathon runners help the homeless (without even knowing it) By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 27 Jan 2014 19:30:55 +0000 Father-daughter team turns a common race practice into a clever opportunity to help the less fortunate. Full Article Leaderboard
win Can bacteria on bats' wings defeat a deadly fungus? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 13 Apr 2015 14:15:28 +0000 White-nose syndrome is obliterating American bats, but scientists may have found a ray of hope: bacteria that live on bat wings. Full Article Animals
win NASA is growing Martian gardens to prepare for life on Mars By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 27 Apr 2017 14:25:23 +0000 The space agency is trying to understand what vegetables may thrive on the red planet, and how to help them do so. Full Article Space
win This ice-filled crater on Mars is a winter wonderland By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 22 Dec 2018 15:16:10 +0000 Mars' Korolev crater is a well-preserved crater permanently filled with ice. Full Article Space
win Interview with the 'Fabulous Beekman Boys,' winners of 'The Amazing Race' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 14 Dec 2012 16:48:23 +0000 Goat farmers 'The Fabulous Beekman Boys' take million dollar prize on 'The Amazing Race' after a rocky season. Full Article Arts & Culture
win William Baldwin goes paperless By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 08 Feb 2013 22:36:41 +0000 Steven Baldwin stars in 'Be My Valentine' on Hallmark Channel with Natalie Brown. Full Article Arts & Culture
win How sustainable will the Winter Olympics be? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 12 Jan 2018 19:15:34 +0000 Olympics officials are trying to make February's Winter Games in Korea one of the most environmentally friendly gatherings ever. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
win How to help your houseplants this winter By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 17 Jan 2018 14:54:51 +0000 Short, dry days with no sunlight and cold temperatures? You can nurse your houseplants through the perils of winter with some simple care and attention. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
win 3 ways Obama's win affects the environment By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 07 Nov 2012 16:15:24 +0000 Despite his recent silence on climate change, there's reason to believe Obama might focus more intently on environmental issues during his second term. Full Article Politics
win Twin sisters separated at birth find each other by chance 25 years later By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 13 Feb 2014 18:33:25 +0000 A random YouTube video leads to the reunion of two sisters who grew up 5,000 miles apart. Full Article Family Activities
win Why 'Photo Doggies For Anthony' is blowing up your Facebook feed By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 06 Jan 2015 19:00:08 +0000 Have you noticed a plethora of puppies on your Facebook page? This is why people are posting them. Full Article Pets
win The redheads are throwing a massive party By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 02 Jul 2015 15:04:42 +0000 Organizers are planning a huge event to celebrate the joy of 'ginger pride.' Full Article Family Activities
win Wine-infused coffee blurs the wine o'clock rule By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 24 Mar 2017 16:34:37 +0000 This new drink makes all your coffee and wine meme dreams come true. Full Article Beverages
win How do I properly insulate my windows for the cold weather? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 22 Oct 2010 13:57:02 +0000 Chanie Kirschner's house looks like one of those plastic-wrapped gifts. (Well, on the inside windows, anyway.) Full Article At Home
win Palestinian wins Global Teacher Prize for work with refugee children By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 14 Mar 2016 14:18:23 +0000 Hanan al-Hroub honored with $1 million prize for assisting children exposed to violence. Full Article Arts & Culture
win 8-year-old girl achieves goal of throwing her unique pitch at every MLB stadium By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 18 Sep 2018 14:33:40 +0000 Hailey Dawson has a 3-D printed hand and team spirit for days. Full Article Arts & Culture
win Capture wind underground not carbon! By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 12 Mar 2010 18:58:45 +0000 4 new projects show the viability of storing captured wind energy underground. So why are we still investing in far more expensive carbon capture? Full Article Research & Innovations
win This compact wind turbine is perfect for blustery cities By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 18 Sep 2018 12:34:03 +0000 Perfect for blustery apartment balconies, the student-designed O-Wind Turbine is a national winner of the James Dyson Award. Full Article Research & Innovations
win Atlanta, Seattle named first winners in American Cities Climate Challenge By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 18 Sep 2018 19:14:46 +0000 The two cities will receive substantial financial and technical assistance from Bloomberg Philanthropies to help combat combat climate change. Full Article Climate & Weather
win 20,000 and growing: LEED for Homes surpasses milestone By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Jun 2012 17:38:26 +0000 The U.S. Green Building Council announces that a not-too-shabby 20,000 residential building projects have been bestowed with LEED for Homes certification and t Full Article At Home
win Danish royalty opens Colorado wind factories By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 27 Mar 2009 06:51:20 +0000 The Danes are helping kick-start Colorado's green energy economy. Full Article Research & Innovations
win The nicest camper cabins in all of Minnesota win architecture award By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 08 Apr 2016 18:28:20 +0000 The treehouse-esque bunkhouses of Whitetail Woods Regional Park score big at the AIA Housing Awards. Full Article Remodeling & Design
win IKEA's flat-pack refugee shelter wins coveted design award By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 03 Feb 2017 18:43:39 +0000 The Design Museum's recognition of IKEA's Better Shelter for refugees couldn't come at a more appropriate time. Full Article Remodeling & Design
win This underground Omaha home looks like a cozy spot to ride out winter By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 08 Dec 2017 15:23:21 +0000 Faircompanies gives a tour of an unusual Omaha, Nebraska, dwelling that consists of three concrete domes tucked underground. Full Article Remodeling & Design