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How to clean a smelly drain naturally

Non-chemical ways to make your sink and tub smell fresh.




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Nest provides Airbnb hosts with its signature smart thermostat

The Silicon Valley tech startup and the lodging platform partner to help make vacationing in a stranger's condo a more energy-efficient affair.



  • Sustainable Business Practices

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Nature's 7 meanest mommies

In celebration of Mother’s Day and all the lovely things our mothers have done for us — like, not eating us — here’s a rogues’ gallery of some of nat




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Israel has enough natural gas to last 150 years, but getting it will be costly

Rich natural gas deposits off the shore of Israel can meet the country's energy needs well into the next century, provided it can be extracted economically.




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Fracking vs. beer: Does natural gas exploration threaten America's breweries?

If fracking techniques pollute water supplies, what will happen to beer production?




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Climate change throws nature's timing out of whack

Timing matters: Flowers bloom, insects emerge, birds migrate, and planting and hunting seasons are carefully coordinated times in order to take advantage of wha



  • Climate & Weather

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Why a retreat to nature can be so therapeutic

The longing you feel to get away is ancient, says writer Clemens Arvay, a desire to interact with nature and leave behind the material world.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Coupon clipping: Natural and organic printable coupons for May 2014

Free printable coupons plus recipe ideas to use them to make cooking at home a little easier.




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Just seeing nature may curb unhealthy cravings

If you have an outdoor view, you're getting the benefit of Mother Nature.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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Soupernatural

From organic peanut butter sandwiches to lattes made with hormone-free milk, a soup diva dishes on using organic and locally grown fare.




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How to get rid of wasps naturally

There is no need to use harsh and poisonous sprays to get rid of wasps; there are plenty of ways to get rid of them naturally.




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13 natural ways to deal with spiders

Spiders are great for pest control, except when they overtake your home. Here are some nontoxic solutions for dealing with them at your house.




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How to repel gnats naturally

You don't need pesticides to get rid of these annoying insects.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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How to get rid of houseflies naturally

Try these simple tips and bid goodbye to houseflies, those uninvited pests buzzing around your home.




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Is spider venom the ultimate natural pesticide?

Michigan-based startup Vestaron harnesses Australian spider venom to safely control unwanted agricultural pests without harming bees.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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A dandelion's natural cycle causes chaos and confusion on the internet

A lot of people thought white and yellow dandelions were different plants.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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Beavers: 8 things to know about nature's most impressive landscape engineers

From their vanilla-scented secretions to their amazing ability to alter an ecosystem, here's what you need to know about beavers.




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10 naturally pink lakes

Pink lakes are often salty and always cool, and they can be found in many spots around the world.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Natural and organic chocolate Halloween candy

One of our food blogger's choices for responsibly made treats for your trick-or-treaters this Halloween that won’t break your budget.




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Turf wars: Natural grass is greener than synthetic turf

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.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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Kill mildew naturally

Rid your home of mild and mildew using non-toxic and affordable ingredients that eliminate any need for a scrub brush.




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How to naturally humidify your home

To moisten the air in your abode, grab some plants, put out some dishes of water, and get cooking. Here are some alternatives to an electric humidifier.




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The amazing, naturalistic art of Leslie Fry

The imagery and placement of Leslie Fry's sculptures aim to increase awareness about the effects of human impact on the natural environment.



  • Arts & Culture

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Cheap and natural cleaning alternatives

Nobody likes bathroom clean-up, especially with harsh chemical products. Here are some cheap and natural cleaning alternatives.




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The Lily Impeller: Nature-based design inspires game-changing efficiencies

Jay Harman developed technologies from the Lily Impeller that he says may fundamentally change how humans do almost everything.




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The nature museum that Sandra Martin built

Begun in her bedroom when she was 13, this dedicated woman’s Little Nature Museum has never stopped growing and inspiring visitors.




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'A Force For Nature': A Green history lesson

NRDC founder John H. Adams details the history of the environmental nonprofit -- and the modern environmental movement.



  • Arts & Culture

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Natural ways to lower blood pressure

High blood pressure is known as the silent killer — many people don't realize they have it until it’s too late.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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5 natural hangover remedies

All that eggnog (or Champagne, or hot toddies) sounded good at the time, but now you're paying the price. We've got you covered.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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Natural gas advocate takes gas industry to task

Former Colorado senator criticizes industry's lack of engagement in the climate legislation debate.




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20 minutes in nature a day is your ticket to feeling better

Two recent studies show that visiting an urban park for as little as 20 minutes will reduce stress and boost emotional well-being.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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Mother Nature's Pop Science Guide to Corn [Infographic]

MNN offers a graphical tribute to a gifted grain — corn — in all its many uses.




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EcoSense for Living: Getting kids to reconnect with nature

This four-part series gives great advice on getting a new generation to enjoy the outdoors.




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Treehouse retreat with skate park appeals to nature lovers, 13-year-old boys

Beautiful and daring, Cinder Cone will resonate with those who have graduated from Thrasher to Dwell.



  • Remodeling & Design

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The plushest peak you ever did see: Three Bad Seeds' nature-inspired pillows

Bring the great outdoors into your home with Three Bad Seeds' line of wilderness-inspired pillows handcrafted from repurposed scrap fabrics.



  • Remodeling & Design

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9 thoughtful gifts for nature lovers

These gift ideas are perfect for the people in your life who love nature and the great outdoors.



  • Arts & Culture

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Mother Nature's greatest hits: 20 songs with an environmental side

Peter Dykstra counts down his top 20 eco-songs. Ozzy Osbourne, Metallica, and a few other strange bands make the cut.



  • Gadgets & Electronics

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An eye for nature: Q&A with artist Dan McCarthy

Screen printing maven chats about early inspiration, storytelling, and dinosaurs.



  • Arts & Culture

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5 ways to get kids into nature photography

Getting kids outside in the great outdoors and teaching them a love for the environment is easy enough. Just hand them a camera.




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4 natural ways to relieve baby's teething pain

Soothe baby's sore gums without toxic tablets, gels and plastic teethers.




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Inhofe tactician now natural gas man

Tom Hassenboehler is joining the natural gas industry after years of working with the Senate's most vocal climate change denier.




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Observations from the Natural Products Expo East

How many answers are there to the question, “Is your product GMO-free?” More than you’d think.




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A portable & green espresso machine and Palmera Naturals sauces

Support small companies with good products though kickstarter.com! The following two companies have great products to back.




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Ecologists share their passion for nature in these winning images

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




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How to kill mosquitoes naturally and reclaim your backyard

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.




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Disneynature's 'African Cats' in theaters for Earth Day

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




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River cleanups: Channel your love of nature

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.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Get out in nature and take a #NatureSelfie this Earth Day

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




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5 easy ways to use your images for good on Nature Photography Day

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



  • Arts & Culture

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Nature reserve in Bolivia offers hope for wild macaws on the brink

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