In addition to keeping green by hitting up the bulk food bins this week, outfit your kitchen with attractive receptacles to store all those garbanzo beans.

Another huge honor for the mushroom insulation wizards at Ecovative Design: Scoring the top prize in the 2013 Buckminster Fuller Challenge.

The supermarket giant also committed to lowering the amount of waste it produces.

The House cut funding for food stamps out of their version of the Farm Bill that goes to the Senate next. Colbert, of course, has something to say about that.

The British Ecological Society annual photography competition celebrates both flora and fauna.

With Hawaii's endless renewable energy potential, the state plans to generate 40 percent of its power from clean sources by 2030.

Construction equipment has moved into the land of the National Butterfly Center in Mission, Texas, to begin work on a border wall.

Mosquitoes are annoying, relentless and can pose a health risk for your family. Here are some effective ways to kill them and keep them away, the natural way.

A heads-up to parents about Disneynature's newest release follows the story of two feline families struggling to survive in the African savannah.

Old syrup drums are being repurposed as rain barrels.

As Earth Day nears, MNN follows a 48-mile sweep of Atlanta's Chattahoochee River to shed light on the rising relevance of crowd-sourced conservation.

You can celebrate Earth Day all week long with free admission to any national park.

Celebrate National Parks Week and Earth Day with us with this breathtaking visual tour of some of the most beautiful sights in America's national parks.

If nothing else, taking a picture of yourself in nature for Earth Day will get you outside.

On Nature Photography Day, take your camera outside to make a difference for wildlife!

There are only 300 blue-throated macaws left in the wild.

Things you otter know about these charismatic mammals found around the world.

About half of the surface warming that's helping shrink Greenland's glaciers is due to temperatures in the tropical Pacific Ocean.

These caves may be beautiful, but they are often unstable and dangerous to explore due to persistent glacial motion and melting.

These glacial gifts offer a glimpse into our prehistoric and cultural past.

For Father's Day, we celebrate animals that buck the deadbeat dad idea.

AT&T is now one-third of the way through its 15,000 alternative fuel vehicle goal.

The biennial event is dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of alternative fuel vehicles.

Brighter Living with Jill Cordes: Could your home go solar? Find out.

Brighten up a humdrum room while celebrating your favorite wilderness area with beloved illustrator Charley Harper's National Park poster series available at th

Enter The Nature Conservancy's digital photography contest for a chance to see your work on the cover of the nonprofit's annual calendar.

The days' dappled sunlight complemented the nights' glowing trees at this music festival near Lake Michigan.

These programs are designed for writers, visual artists and even musicians to take time off for inspiration.

According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, alternative fuel vehicles could have a nearly 50% market share by 2035.

Nancy Striniste, a landscape designer and educator, has written a book, "Nature Play at Home," and launched a movement around creating natural play spaces.

Writer Stacy Tornio didn't think she'd get such an enthusiastic response from her son Jack about writing a book.

This easy-to-navigate, French-speaking metropolis has plenty of outdoor activities and shopping. Did we mention the food?

This Southern town has plenty of arts, local food and outdoor recreation. And a green-minded mayor, too.

South American country is emerging as a popular destination for eco-travelers.

Sure, it's close to Yosemite National Park, but this agricultural hub has plenty of other attractions worth checking out.

Check out this former industrial powerhouse's parks, markets and way-green baseball stadium.

Panama City's famous canal, wild jungles and pristine beaches make it a top eco-tourism destination.

Check out this low-key Midwestern capitol for urban, rural and agricultural fun.

Political stability and environmental stewardship make this west-central African nation a good place to visit.

Get out your walking shoes and check out this city by the sea.

Check out this low-key spot for a rustic, Deep South experience.

Even if coconut drinks aren't your style, the natural beauty of this South Pacific isle can't be denied.

Want outdoor adventure and a theme park, too? Give this Florida hot spot a spin.

If your preferred mode of transportation is by horse or bike, this is the place for you.

Paris may not be as green as other cities, but it's possible to enjoy a low-impact vacation in the City of Light.

Check out this Ozarks town for big cats and holistic spas.

North America's oil powerhouse also has some serious environmental cred.

If you're ready to step outside your comfort zone, head to Cambodia, where you can find exotic sights and opportunities to help others.

Nurtured by the oil industry, this city has an impressive environmental presence.

Save your money for a truly natural safari experience in one of the most welcoming, safe and user-friendly nations on the African continent.