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These immersive, glow-in-the-dark murals are for indoor stargazing (Video)

Using a self-invented "multiluminous" painting process, this artist transforms ordinary rooms into starry environments.




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Fabric softener sales plummet, thanks to uninterested Millennials

Proctor & Gamble blames it on Millennials not knowing how to do laundry, but it's more likely that they don't feel like paying to infuse their clothes with nasty chemicals.




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EPA proceeding with implementation of safer chemicals act

The bipartisan legislation signed into law by Obama in June 2016 is surviving under the new administration, but it needs your help to thrive




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What you need to know about PFOA and PFOS, the EPA scandal chemicals

The scariest thing about these chemicals is that they are almost certainly in your bloodstream and we don't know how bad that might be.




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5 Sexy + Sassy Sandals for Summer (Photos)

Ladies, summer is now truly upon us, well it certainly is here in London, and tis the season to have fun with our feet, though not, we must add, at the expense of the planet or people. Happily there is a wide range of seriously stylish ethical footwear




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$200 Earthen Geodesic Dome Cabin Uses Salvaged Materials

This cozy cabin in the woods was an exercise in resourcefulness and even bartering of skills for a community of natural builders in Oregon.




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A guide to ethical and sustainable summer sandals

Keep your feet cool and stylish with high-quality footwear this summer, thanks to the following environmentally minded brands.




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New Movements' sleek sneakers feature old materials

If you're OK with leather, then the recycled rubber soles and plastic laces, combined with the company's commitment to cleaning ocean plastic, make these an eco-friendly choice.




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Italy bans animals in circuses

No more elephant or lion acts. Those are now a thing of the past.




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Venice's mayor segregates tourists from locals in attempt to control crowds

But not all locals are happy, saying the mayor is treating the city like a theme park.




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Slow fashion advocate Zady launches “Essentials” collection

Zady is working to build a better clothing company from the ground up.




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Did Peak Oil Doomers Fixate On a False Scenario?

The problem is not too little oil, says a new IEA report, it's too much oil. And it illustrates why activists should not presume to know the future.




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The 1948 Dover Sun House used phase change materials to store heat

Pioneering solar house was designed and engineered by women




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Magical thatched wooden pavilion contains "portals to the universes" (Video)

Built using traditional and local techniques of construction, this distinctive structure sits on the edge of a national forest and a long-vanished lake.




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538 sq. ft. attic apartment renovated with industrial materials & cinematic flair

This revamp of an 1830s apartment mixes modern materials to create a modern space.




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Multifunctional 172 sq. ft. live-work space uses nano-tech materials (Video)

This small and versatile apartment in the heart of Paris uses innovative modern materials for its furniture and cabinetry.




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Genetically Modified Eggplant Field Trials Halted by Court in Philippines

The move comes as a result of a petition from Greenpeace Southeast Asia, which asserts that GM crops can cause serious health issues.




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Intensely layered papercuts highlight plight of endangered animals

The art form of papercuts is taken to another level with these intricate works that draw attention to some of the world's threatened species.




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Dozens of Exotic Animals Escape From Ohio Wildlife Farm

Authorities in Ohio are warning residents to remain inside their houses after dozens of exotic animals had apparently broken free of an area wildlife farm and taken to the streets and highways. Police haven't said exactly




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49 Animals Killed After Suicidal Owner Released Them

For more than twelve tense hours, heavily armed police officers near Zanesville, Ohio scoured the region for big cats, bears, and other exotic animals set loose from a local wildlife farm -- ultimately killing nearly 50 of the 56




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The Week in Animals News: Mass Animal Escape, Sweaters for Penguins, and More (Slideshow)

Residents of Muskingum County in Ohio got quite a shock this week after dozens of exotic animals broke free from an area wildlife farm and took to the streets and highways.




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Why miniature horses make such great service animals

With news that Southwest is allowing mini horses on flights, here's what to know about these petite equine wonders.




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Stair of the Week: Alternating tread stair design is also a Japanese style storage unit

Michael Janzen comes up with an interesting and elegant design. But is it safe?




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NASA mission reveals beautiful swirling gases on Jupiter (Video)

These incredible images sent back by the Juno spacecraft gives us a detailed look at Jupiter.




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Turbine Taps Irrigation Canals for Power

A new type of hydrokinetic turbine sits within irrigation canals and could power several homes from the flow of water.




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Asking if animals can feel pain isn't really about science

Scientists argue over whether some animals have the brains for suffering.




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11 facts about blue whales, the largest animals ever on Earth

The blue whale, is the largest animal ever known to have lived on the planet. Here’s what you need to know about the majestic marine mammal.




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9 iconic animals brought back from the brink

The recovery of these beleaguered species proves that conservation action works.




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'NaturePlay' film reveals Scandinavia's amazing nature-based education system

This new award-winning documentary reveals the stark contrasts between America's obsession with standardized tests, at the cost of everything else, and Scandinavia's embrace of all things nature-based. It's clear which is the more successful approach.




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This $35 inflatable waterproof solar lantern will also charge your phone

The inventors of the innovative LuminAID solar lantern are Kickstarting another version of their device, this time with the added feature of a charging port for portable electronics.




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Infographic reveals how tuna industry is tainted by abuse

Tuna producers are notorious for unethical labor and unsustainable fishing. It's time to learn more and take action.




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Beach audit reveals which brands are worst offenders for plastic waste

Knowing where trash comes from is the first step in figuring out better, more sustainable solutions.




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Charming tiny house to benefit kids' hospitals is up for auction (Video)

Designed and built by architecture students, the proceeds of this lovely little home will go to help children's hospitals.




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Norwegian hospitals add woodland cabins and forest-play for healing

The Outdoor Care Retreats let nature give a valuable boost in creating a respite from the sterile and stringent hospital environment.




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EDIT: "Design is not just about aesthetics, but also about finding solutions to complex problems."

A new exhibition in Toronto looks at sustainable development.




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Photo: Pretty bee with flower reveals curious relationship

A giant resin bee is drawn to purple loosestrife, can you guess the connection?




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China and India years early on climate goals, meanwhile...

The unexpectedly fast progress of other countries may even "cancel out" American rollbacks.




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10 casual shoes and sandals for vegans

This is fashion with compassion -- beautiful footwear that causes no harm to animals and minimal damage to the planet.




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Rethinking death to better understand the effects of chemicals

Thought experiments worked for Einstein. Can they help protect the environment too?




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The Week in Animal News: Long Lost Cat Comes Home, Animals Bathing, and More (Slideshow)

A Colorado family that had long ago given up on finding their cat got some incredible news this week, when Willow was found in New York City -- five years later and 1,800 miles from home.




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Mobile coworking bus lets professionals work, hike, bike & surf (Video)

This renovated bus is a mobile coworking space that brings location-independent professionals out into the great outdoors, combining work with a hike, a bike trip or a surf ride on the waves.




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3D printing grows up, heals wounds by printing skin

Scientists have created a mobile bioprinter that when filled with a patient's cells, prints skin directly into a wound.




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The cheapest homemade lasagna is also the tastiest

Here is the secret for the most delicious, cheapest, and least wasteful lasagna you can make.




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Learn Where The Rare Earth Minerals In Your iPhone Come From

The rare earth metals mining industry is one rife with issues. But is there a way to green up the business?




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Olympic medals to be made from recycled electronics

Tokyo 2020's organizing committee will transform old smartphones, laptops, and digital cameras into a true treasure.




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Cornell Installs Indoor Lawn to Soothe Students During Finals (Video)

The university brings the outdoors in to help students relax and focus on studying.




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2020 Tokyo Olympics medals will be made from metals recovered from e-waste

By reclaiming precious metals from its 'urban mine' of obsolete electronics, Japan may be able to produce the medals for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics from recycled materials.




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Why millennials are destroying our infrastructure, and why bike lanes destroy religious freedom

And really, how self driving cars are an attack on freedom.




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Montreal reveals plans for an electric car sharing service, aims for 1,000 EVs by 2020

The city wants to become a leader in electric transportation, part of a plan to cut greenhouse gas emissions by a third.




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Roundup found in popular oatmeal, granola & kids' cereals

Weed killer, it's what's for breakfast! Glyphosate found in 43 of 45 conventional oat products tested by EWG.