This isn't your father's turbine. It can create more electricity at lower wind speeds and does a better job of predicting the supply of wind energy.

From Ikea to Walmart, corporations are increasingly interested in generating their own power. Where does that leave utilities?

If you can't bring yourself to go all Marie Kondo on spring cleaning this year, try taking more attainable baby steps.

Untreated, unfiltered water is a pricey new trend that many are buying into — even though "raw" water could really cause you some harm.

Dogs and cats can't help themselves when you unroll the yoga mat. They either participate or just get in the way.

New research out of Australia unlocks clues about how your body responds to exercise at the cellular level.

Your body clock influences what time of day you burn more calories.

Are you new to stretching? Here are some tips on how to improve flexibility and information about the kinds of stretching you should be doing.

Everyone gets winded while climbing stairs, but sometimes it's a little more serious.

This is what the skies over Beaumont, Texas, look like whenever one of the local refineries loses power.

Lifestyle blogger Kate Richards opens up about the feathery inspiration behind her boozy masterpieces.

You may love Amazon Prime, but the environment doesn't.

Sustainability played a key role at this year's CES with both the CEA and Bosch donating materials and funds to Habitat for Humanity green building efforts.

A video capturing the screech-filled feud has gone viral.

From fewer migraines to more self-esteem, there are so many mental and physical benefits to growing old.

A family ate organically for 2 weeks, reducing pesticides in their bodies big-time. Here's why it matters.

With the right rebates, solar panels can offer a return on investment far higher than you'll find in the S&P 500.

MNN's lifestyle blogger loves the sweet and crunchy taste of Chocolate Maca Chunk — a raw, organic, vegan and fair trade chocolate bar handcrafted by Lulu's C

Have you considered the impact of your purchasing decisions? That's what I've been doing — again.

6 tips for making healthy choices when you're eating out on a budget. It can be a challenge to find decent food for a decent price when eating out. This is how

Here are five serious sewage disasters in history, many of them caused by overwhelmed sewer systems. How we can prevent future ones from flowing our way?

How exactly does turning a pillow into a big fluffy gadget help us disconnect from the world?

Mold prevention is vital for healthy living, particularly when it comes to food. Keep the green fuzz off of your food by keeping the fridge clean and inspectin

A new study finds dogs rush in — but stay calm — when they hear their human crying.

Cody Sullivan received a standing ovation when he received his college certificate.

A new study finds that the presence of grandmother helps younger whales thrive, just as with humans.

Rules around tipping can sometimes be confusing. Here are some guidelines about when to pull out the cash.

Viral videos and social media have catapulted the once-rejected Orabrush into a mainstream product — first for people and now for pets.

Rolling Stones piano player Chuck Leavell shows off Charlane Plantation, where he champions the importance of trees.

Facebook knows who your romantic partner is, even if you keep that information private, and can even predict if the relationship will last.

Gut-wrenching appeals can mean fewer donations, say two British researchers who looked into marketing approaches.

Who needs calendars of yoga cats when you could have bearded mermen from the Newfoundland & Labrador Beard and Mustache Club on your walls?

Local bloggers are filling an important niche in the coverage of the coal ash spill in Harriman, Tennessee.

Animals use the same wait-your-turn system that most humans do, say scientists who reviewed a series of animal studies.

Researchers have managed to pinpoint the time you're most likely to meet a spider.

Green Shipping lets businesses and individuals measure and offset the CO2 emissions of packages when using UPS, FedEx or the U.S. Postal Service.

And no, we won't be able to use ringtones. (There will likely be standardized noises.)

If you think that the practice of "regifting," or giving someone else a gift you've previously received, is rude, you may want to think again.

Lin Guohui's Bulb Flashlight is just that: A screw-in 40W LEDreplacement bulb with a rechargeable battery that can be removed and used as a handheld torch.

Make a statement by wearing this sleek dress made from mushroom mycelium.

Nakefit enters the minimalist footwear game with tear-proof, stick-on soles that let you go barefoot without the risk of cuts.

Author and GMO expert Jeffrey Smith shares his advice on how to make the best food choices when you're not the one doing the cooking.

A car that doubles as a plane has received NHTSA clearance to operate on land and in the air.

Your answer might depend on where you work, but generally, it's more OK than ever to flaunt your ink.

About 50 million Americans don't have paid sick leave, but there are numerous benefits when employers offer it.

Drunken fruit flies may lead the way to a solution for human alcohol addiction.

There are many candlelit activities to do with family or friends when you turn off the lights for an hour to raise awareness about climate change.

What does a splintering iceberg sound like underwater? Imagine the cracks and pops of an ice cube melting in a glass of lemonade multiplied on a colossal scale.

Massive UV-resistant blankets are designed to slow down the melt.

Creative upcycling leads to cellos made from oil cans and works created with plastic bottle caps.