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Public charging station powers mobile devices with footsteps and solar panels

The ENGO charging station uses kinetic tiles and solar panels to charge up to 14 smartphones at a time, and provides free WiFi access and an emergency phone.




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New imaging technique sees inside lithium batteries

A new way to see inside batteries in real time as they go through charging cycles could help prevent battery fires and increase battery lifespans




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Edible, plastic-free packaging is created with fermentation, like kombucha (Video)

Using the same fermentation and bacterial and yeast culture that creates kombucha, this packaging is edible and compostable.




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Shellworks creates sustainable packaging with seafood shells (Video)

This alternative to single-use plastics uses a range of custom-designed machines to create a recyclable and compostable bioplastic, sourced from discarded crustacean shells.




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Let's take an imaginary trip to these gorgeous glamping destinations

Who says you have to rough it in the bush? These gorgeous spots prove otherwise.




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Iceland recommends hugging trees instead of people

The Icelandic Forestry Service is giving lessons in tree hugging, literally, and we are here for it.




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European engineers' recommendation: Stop recirculating air in buildings

Almost every American office building and home has this.




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The life-changing magic of the short-stack coffee mug

This could be the key to getting people to carry reusable mugs each day.




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A guide to sustainable packaging labels

Consumers are choosing brands they think are better for the planet, so it’s important they know what they’re getting.




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Senate FINALLY confirms EPA chief, Gina McCarthy

After an unprecedented delay, the Senate finally voted 59 - 40 to confirm Gina McCarthy as the new administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency.




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8 makeup brands that are fighting plastic packaging

The beauty industry has a long way to go, but these companies prove that change is in the air.




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Here's an incredibly simple solution to plastic packaging waste

Remove the water.




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What if a chef with a logistics degree imagines a no waste restaurant?

Can the hospitality industry learn something when a French chef with a degree in logistics opens a no waste restaurant in London?




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Plastic- and packaging-free frozen foods spotted at Czech grocery

Feast your eyes on the frozen foods available with no waste at the Globus Hypermarket in the Czech Republic




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Engineers develop strong, light "metallic wood"

This nickel structure as strong as titanium but four to five times lighter could do double duty as a battery




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700 chocolate bars could reduce packaging on delicious treats

Testing shows just how much packaging is required to keep the yum in, and reveals some dirty little secrets on the way




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Buildings by superstar engineer Ove Arup in a new exhibition

You've heard of starchitects, well here's a super-star engineer: welcome to Ove Arup's world.




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Kids' brains are wired for a different upbringing than what they're getting

Overprotective parenting is more than an annoyance; it's an evolutionary aberration.




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In the face of a changing climate, our buildings need thermal resilience.

The Thermal Resilience Design Guide from Ted Kesik could be a new standard.




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TreeHugger and UNEP Announce Third Annual World Environment Day Blogging Competition

TreeHugger and UNEP announce return of World Environment Day Blogging Competition.




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Meet the Top 10 Finalists in World Environment Day Blogging Contest

The votes are in and these are the top 10 finalists in the 2012 World Environment Day Blogging Contest! Read their posts and vote for the winner!




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Vote Now for the UNEP & TreeHugger Blogging Competition

Let the blogging begin! Help determine the winner of the Rio+20 Blogging Competition.




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Winner Announced in World Environment Day Blogging Contest

Congratulations to Scott Bartlett for winning the UNEP and TreeHugger World Environment Day Blogging Competition!




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The deadline is approaching for the UNEP / TreeHugger blogging contest!

Time is running out to enter! Win a trip to Mongolia for World Environment Day by entering our annual contest!




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The humble toilet is bringing health and hope to Haiti

A group called SOIL installs waterless toilets in hard-to-reach, impoverished communities and then transforms the waste into compost, improving food security.




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The hottest thing at CES is the FLIR thermal imaging iPhone case

Everyone in the green home improvement biz needs one of these, and they can make great cat videos on the side.





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Rules are Changing for Corporate Reputation Management, According to Sodexo 2015 Workplace Trends Report - 2015 Sodexo Workplace Trends Overview

2015 Sodexo Workplace Trends Overview




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Changing Face of Retirement Shines New Light on Aging in America - Jim Poolman on the Changing Face of Retirement

Jim Poolman on the Changing Face of Retirement





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Australia's horrific fires were made worse by logging

Researchers are urging policy makers to recognize the critical values of intact, undisturbed native forests.




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Shay Mitchell and Nina Dobrev wear their passion for changing the world - Shay Mitchell Free The Children empowerment PSA

Shay Mitchell Free The Children empowerment PSA





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Brookdale's Entrepreneur in Residence Program Helps Spark Innovation for the Aging - Mike Eidsaune, Carely App

Carely’s founder Mike Eidsaune takes part in Brookdale’s Entrepreneur in Residence program during a short stay in Brookdale Kettering.




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Zoo Knoxville Launches Wildly Fun New Brand And Announces Gorilla Pregnancy - Obi and Ubuntu Swinging

Born on May 28, 2015, Obi was the first of Zoo Knoxville’s gorilla babies. She’s a natural gymnast who loves to climb. Obi’s name means “heart.” Ubuntu arrived on June 2, 2015. He's all boy and particularly enjoys pestering his half-sister Obi.





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EsteÌe Lauder Launches The EsteÌe Edit by Estée Lauder, Bringing New Beauty Attitudes to a New Generation - The Estée Edit by Estée Lauder at Sephora

The Estée Edit by Estee Lauder brand video with Guest Editors Kendall Jenner and Irene Kim





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Brookdale's Entrepreneur in Residence Program Helps Spark Innovation for the Aging - Mike Eidsaune, Carely App

Carely’s founder Mike Eidsaune takes part in Brookdale’s Entrepreneur in Residence program during a short stay in Brookdale Kettering.




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EPILEPSY FOUNDATION LAUNCHES “TALK ABOUT IT!” PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT FEATURING ACTOR GREG GRUNBERG, ENCOURAGING AN OPEN DIALOGUE ABOUT EPILEPSY - Talk About It! PSA with Greg Grunberg

Talk About It! PSA with Greg Grunberg




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Zoo Knoxville Launches Wildly Fun New Brand And Announces Gorilla Pregnancy - Obi and Ubuntu Swinging

Born on May 28, 2015, Obi was the first of Zoo Knoxville’s gorilla babies. She’s a natural gymnast who loves to climb. Obi’s name means “heart.” Ubuntu arrived on June 2, 2015. He's all boy and particularly enjoys pestering his half-sister Obi.






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EsteÌe Lauder Launches The EsteÌe Edit by Estée Lauder, Bringing New Beauty Attitudes to a New Generation - The Estée Edit by Estée Lauder at Sephora

The Estée Edit by Estee Lauder brand video with Guest Editors Kendall Jenner and Irene Kim




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NBC UNIVERSO To Premiere Its First Original Scripted Series "El Vato" Starring Mexican Regional Star El Dasa Sunday, April 17 At 10pm/9c - “El Vato” :30 sec video promo

“El Vato” :30 sec video promo






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Changing the Research Paradigm with a Patient-Powered Network - CCFA Partners: A patient-powered research network

CCFA Partners is an innovative network where patients and researchers work together. Become a part of groundbreaking research: www.ccfapartners.org.





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Springing Forward for Daylight Savings Time May Hold You Back - About REMWorks Sleep Store

REMWorks is a new sleep store concept like no other. Relieve sleeplessness, sleep apnea, snoring and insomnia with products and custom solutions from our sleep experts.