han More worms than diners at one Boise restaurant By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 28 Apr 2010 21:54:00 +0000 Boise eatery is the only restaurant in the continental U.S. doing onsite vermicomposting with worms eat kitchen scraps. Full Article Sustainable Business Practices
han '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
han Turf wars: Natural grass is greener than synthetic turf By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 22 Jan 2013 22:27:10 +0000 As clicheé as it sounds, the grass isn't always greener on the other side when you're debating between grass and artificial turf on playing fields. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
han 6 ways Elon Musk is changing the world By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 14 Aug 2013 17:40:49 +0000 The super-fast "Hyperloop" travel concept is just the latest in a series of big, bold dreams by billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk. Full Article Research & Innovations
han Upcoming IPCC climate change report leaked by skeptics By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 20 Dec 2012 16:44:56 +0000 Climate doubters are apoplectic over a few misinterpreted sentences in the draft report. Full Article Climate & Weather
han Al Gore launches 'Reality Drop' to counter climate change denial By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 28 Feb 2013 20:15:23 +0000 New tool rewards users for 'dropping' climate change facts into different online forums or comments on trending articles. Full Article Arts & Culture
han Hurricane Michele Bachmann? Viral video endorses name change By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 28 Aug 2013 15:44:12 +0000 The tongue-in-cheek campaign, courtesy of 350.org, proposes naming storms after climate change deniers. Full Article Politics
han 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
han People thank close friends and family less than strangers (and that's not a bad thing) By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 09 Jun 2018 12:02:44 +0000 "Expressing gratitude and feeling gratitude are not the same thing," remind scientists looking at recordings of conversations among families. Full Article Arts & Culture
han Girl Scouts file lawsuit against Boy Scouts over name change By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 08 Nov 2018 15:16:40 +0000 The Girl Scouts claim trademark infringement after boy scouts drop the word 'boy.' Full Article Arts & Culture
han Why dads are happier than moms By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 07 Feb 2019 19:51:05 +0000 New research finds dads are happier than moms, and it might have to do with how much time they spend playing. Full Article Family Activities
han How helpful is hand sanitizer? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 29 Jan 2020 21:02:44 +0000 Hand sanitizers aren't as effective as soap and water, but sometimes they're a smart choice. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
han 4 ways climate change can scorch the U.S. economy By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 25 Jun 2014 15:28:42 +0000 A trio of U.S. financial giants have teamed up to spell out why the American economy can't afford runaway climate change. Full Article Climate & Weather
han Bacon prices are higher than ever but demand hasn’t decreased By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 06 Aug 2014 17:35:07 +0000 If your taste buds demand bacon, but the price is straining your food budget, try a recipe that uses just a little bacon but brings a lot of bacon flavor. Full Article Recipes
han 6 wild animals worth more alive than dead By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 01 Jun 2015 13:24:36 +0000 Most wildlife adds value to nature, but it's often hard for humans to quantify. Thanks to eco-tourism, though, some species are becoming undeniable gold mines. Full Article Animals
han You can learn more about innovation from Renaissance Florence than from Silicon Valley By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 03 Feb 2016 11:12:00 +0000 Lessons in business and management from the Medicis. Full Article Sustainable Business Practices
han Climate change hurts economy, EPA chief says By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 31 Jul 2013 16:54:07 +0000 In her first speech as EPA administrator, Gina McCarthy argues 'climate change isn't an environmental issue. It's a fundamental economic challenge.' Full Article Climate & Weather
han U.S. methane levels higher than thought By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 27 Nov 2013 16:19:25 +0000 In large part to gas wells and cow farms, the United States is spewing 50 percent more methane than regulators thought. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
han Literacy advocate empowers young storytellers in Afghanistan By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 15 Feb 2013 15:51:23 +0000 Social entrepreneur harnesses the power of stories to help illiterate communities leverage their ingenuity to find solutions to local problems. Full Article Leaderboard
han The Lily Impeller: Nature-based design inspires game-changing efficiencies By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 11 Mar 2013 20:38:02 +0000 Jay Harman developed technologies from the Lily Impeller that he says may fundamentally change how humans do almost everything. Full Article Leaderboard
han Joe Hanson proves it's OK to be smart By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 08 May 2013 19:13:26 +0000 See why the science blog creator thinks there are too many scientists. (A funny thing for someone with a Ph.D. in molecular biology, don't you think?) Full Article Leaderboard
han 6 reasons to be thankful for Einstein By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 20 Nov 2017 21:00:15 +0000 From explaining the mysteries of nature to proving the power of daydreams, Albert Einstein gave the world a lot to be grateful for. Full Article Research & Innovations
han Endangered West Coast oysters could thrive due to climate change By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 16 Jan 2017 15:19:40 +0000 West Coast oysters can’t catch a break. A study suggests that while climate change could boost their numbers, it might unleash more invasive "oyster drills." Full Article Animals
han Why invasive plants love climate change By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 03 May 2017 11:06:13 +0000 As climate change affects the world, invasive species are finding new, more hospitable places to call home. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
han What Ebola can teach astronauts about safely handling Martian samples on Earth By www.space.com Published On :: Mon, 03 Nov 2014 15:43:06 +0000 Measures taken in the current Ebola outbreak may hold some clues for how to handle samples brought back to Earth from Mars. Full Article Space
han Ancient life on Mars would've needed more than just water to survive By www.space.com Published On :: Thu, 11 Dec 2014 20:29:53 +0000 Ancient Mars featured flowing rivers and sizable lakes — but that doesn't mean the Red Planet definitely could have supported life. Full Article Space
han What does methane mean for life on Mars? By www.space.com Published On :: Wed, 17 Dec 2014 14:55:09 +0000 NASA's Curiosity rover has made a surprising find that could help scientists get one step closer to figuring out if Mars has ever supported life. Full Article Space
han Hang gliders could drop probes on Mars By www.space.com Published On :: Tue, 19 May 2015 15:04:34 +0000 An innovative concept for tiny probes attached to gliders could one day allow small robots to explore intricate locales on Mars. Full Article Space
han Katie Leclerc changes her diet, adopts deaf dog By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 07 Jan 2013 23:58:50 +0000 Katie Leclerc's character gets a food truck on 'Switched at Birth.' Full Article Arts & Culture
han Emily Deschanel raises a toxin-free, vegetarian baby By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 25 Feb 2013 23:16:56 +0000 'Bones' star juggles hit show and eco-conscious motherhood. Full Article Arts & Culture
han Ashanti: 'I've always been big on recycling' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 15 Mar 2013 21:55:25 +0000 Plus: The daughter of the late wildlife expert Steve Irwin stars in Hallmark movie. Full Article Arts & Culture
han Top dogs on Turkey Day: Don't forget to watch the National Dog Show on Thanksgiving By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 25 Nov 2013 15:51:57 +0000 We chat with co-hosts David Frei and John O'Hurley to get a behind-the-scenes look at this year's event. Full Article Pets
han Why the definition of sustainability must change By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 17 Dec 2015 19:54:05 +0000 The co-founder of Soshal Group says if we want to influence the future of ethical business, we have to talk about it differently. Full Article Guest Columnist
han This new soap molecule may change cleaning products forever By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 28 Oct 2016 09:37:00 +0000 University of Minnesota researchers claim to have created a 'perfect' soap molecule that's better for the environment. Full Article Healthy Spaces
han What climate change means for New England's maple trees By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 02 May 2018 15:23:34 +0000 Trees in Vermont and New Hampshire are becoming stressed and are producing less syrup. Full Article Climate & Weather
han Stewart Brand's idea of a 'Whole Earth' changed our world (and he's not done yet) By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 30 Jun 2018 16:42:58 +0000 Stewart Brand, creator of the Whole Earth Catalog, helped shape the future we live in now. Full Article Arts & Culture
han 13 stunning images that amplify the impacts of climate change By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 27 Sep 2019 12:28:03 +0000 CIWEM Environmental Photographer of the Year contest captures how humanity is coping with climate change. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
han Leaked report confirms climate change and extreme weather connection By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 03 Nov 2011 02:28:58 +0000 A new IPCC report is about to come out that proves what we all know already -- there is most definitely a connection between climate change and extreme weather. Full Article Climate & Weather
han If beating climate change is the goal, does motivation matter? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 08 Nov 2011 21:14:58 +0000 Worried about input costs, beer titan Molson Coors went green mainly to save green. If the end result - less waste - is to the planet's benefit, why should we c Full Article Sustainable Business Practices
han Michael Bloomberg endorses Barack Obama, 'a president to lead on climate change' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 01 Nov 2012 20:22:57 +0000 NYC Mayor Michael Bloomberg's surprise endorsement of Obama follows the devastating effect of Hurricane Sandy on New York City and the Northeast. Full Article Politics
han Poll reveals more Americans believe in climate change By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 08 Feb 2013 16:05:12 +0000 The percentage of Americans who believe the climate is changing has grown, and 64% of Americans favor regulations to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Full Article Climate & Weather
han State of the Union: Obama urges action on climate change By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Feb 2013 14:25:01 +0000 President Barack Obama took a strong stance on fighting climate change, "for the sake of our children and our future." Full Article Politics
han An Inconvenient Change: Why is it so hard? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 26 Feb 2013 19:42:24 +0000 It's easy to blame the corporates, the governments, the multi-nationals. But how different is it on the local level, the personal level? Full Article Guest Columnist
han Climate guru James Hansen to leave NASA By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 02 Apr 2013 16:02:16 +0000 After 46 years at the space agency, one of America's most famous climate scientists will now focus on rallying support for the fight against climate change. Full Article Climate & Weather
han 108 ski areas sign declaration calling for action on climate change By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 30 May 2013 18:26:55 +0000 Fearful of late summers and early springs trimming their seasons, ski areas all over the United States are calling for action on climate change policy. Full Article Climate & Weather
han Obama unveils new U.S. climate change plan By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 25 Jun 2013 21:05:18 +0000 Arguing that 'Americans are already paying the price of inaction,' Obama unveiled an unprecedented national climate strategy in a sweltering speech Tuesday. Full Article Climate & Weather
han New map identifies ecosystems most vulnerable to climate change By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 23 Sep 2013 13:49:25 +0000 Southern Asia, western Europe and southern Australia are among the areas at most risk. Full Article Climate & Weather
han Ford using Big Data to fight climate change By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 23 Oct 2013 20:16:27 +0000 Crunching the numbers yields dividends, like a calculator that can measure the green score of electric cars anywhere in the country. Full Article Transportation
han John Kerry: Climate change is a 'fearsome weapon of mass destruction' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 17 Feb 2014 16:30:17 +0000 In a speech in Indonesia, Secretary of State John Kerry also derided "head in the sand" climate change deniers. Full Article Climate & Weather
han Why fixing climate change may turn out to be a bargain By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 17 Sep 2014 15:24:36 +0000 If things like saved lives and prevented illnesses have a dollar value, efforts to stabilize the climate might pay for themselves, two studies find. Full Article Climate & Weather