au The demise of the dinosaurs found recorded in ancient mollusks By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 08 Jul 2016 22:15:24 +0000 Researchers studying fossilized bivalves discovered evidence of a one-two punch of cataclysmic climate change. Full Article Climate & Weather
au Invasive plant that can cause blindness pops up in Virginia for first time By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 18 Jun 2018 14:10:31 +0000 Touching a giant hogweed can cause burns and even blindness. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
au Internet Explorer launches the virtual Carbon Grove By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 20 Dec 2008 08:51:55 +0000 Get daily reminders about your carbon footprint and IE will plant a tree of your choice. Full Article Computers
au New carbon offset project launches By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 14 Nov 2011 15:46:30 +0000 COTAP will focus its carbon offsetting projects in impoverished countries. Full Article Sustainable Business Practices
au Plane, train or automobile: Which has the biggest footprint? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 17 Feb 2014 17:18:21 +0000 Which form of travel gives off the fewest emissions? Let's just say it pays to carpool. Full Article Transportation
au Chicago Auto Show: Where the wild green cars are By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 14 Feb 2015 15:16:03 +0000 Exciting new hybrids from Mitsubishi, Kia and Volvo are the talk of the Windy City. Full Article Transportation
au Washington Auto Show: Making policy for the car of the future By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 22 Jan 2016 23:39:00 +0000 The Detroit and New York auto shows may have the new car introductions, but Washington has the politicians. Full Article Transportation
au Australian hacks a Nissan Leaf — in England By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 26 Feb 2016 15:00:56 +0000 Automaker networks are vulnerable to guys with laptops, and it's not an isolated problem. Full Article Transportation
au 7% of Australia's reptiles face extinction By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sun, 08 Jul 2018 13:52:29 +0000 International Union for Conservation of Nature has updated its Red List, and the news isn't good for Australia's reptiles. Full Article Animals
au Should rhinos be introduced to Australia? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 20 Jul 2018 14:06:30 +0000 It's a wild idea fraught with controversy, but Australia has the habitats and the protections in place to harbor these beasts. Full Article Animals
au Australia declares 'war on cats' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 26 Apr 2019 12:48:45 +0000 Australia, on track to eliminate 2 million feral cats by 2020, bans outdoor cats. Full Article Pets
au Poultry producers plan less stressful slaughters By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 22 Oct 2010 20:23:56 +0000 Companies looking to be more humane are trying out a gassing method instead of electric shock. Full Article Animals
au Eden Paper: Beautiful gift wrap that you can plant and, eventually, eat By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 19 Dec 2013 19:28:13 +0000 After you've furiously torn through your holiday prezzies, plant Eden Paper gift wrap it in the backyard where it will grow into a patch of veggies. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
au 'Netflix socks' pause your show if you fall asleep By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 18 Dec 2015 13:35:09 +0000 They make the perfect gift for your favorite binge-watcher. Full Article Family Activities
au Would you shop blind (for a cause)? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 11 Dec 2018 20:33:26 +0000 Blind brothers ask you to take a leap of faith to help find a cure for blindness. Full Article Responsible Living
au UPS launches new composite vehicle By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 13 May 2011 18:27:54 +0000 In an effort to reduce its carbon footprint, UPS is working with Utilimaster and Isuzu to test a new prototype delivery vehicle. Full Article Transportation
au Media Mayhem: Limbaugh's 'fatwa' against the New York Times' Andrew Revkin By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 26 Oct 2009 09:26:56 +0000 How can you blame the master of talk radio for suggesting that an elitist environmental reporter kill himself? Full Article Politics
au News & social media hub launched to 'dewonkify' Doha climate talks By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 05 Dec 2012 00:32:20 +0000 TckTckTck has a news and social media hub to help people who don't speak 'acronymese' understand what is going on at the Doha COP 18 climate talks. Full Article Climate & Weather
au Food lighting: Lumière au Chocolat is an LED-based delight By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 11 Feb 2013 16:45:21 +0000 Finally, a lamp that's good enough to eat. For Stockholm Design Week, designer Alexander Lervik debuts an LED lamp with a slowly melting chocolate shade. Full Article Remodeling & Design
au 'Nostalgia is dumb': Cree launches LED-promoting TV spots By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 22 Apr 2013 17:53:03 +0000 Realizing that some folks may need further convincing to ditch incandescents, LED pioneer Cree releases a series of TV spots starring Lance Reddick. Full Article At Home
au McDonald's opens LEED-certified restaurant in N.C. By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 03 Dec 2013 22:00:03 +0000 Fast food and environmentalism aren't always seen as compatible. The owner of this green-built McDonald's hopes to change that. Full Article Sustainable Business Practices
au How one bride's disappointment launched a fair trade wedding dress company By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 09 Aug 2013 18:06:58 +0000 A fair trade wedding dress maker discusses how her business was born. Full Article Leaderboard
au Beautiful vegan winter hats, scarves, and gloves By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Nov 2013 21:03:24 +0000 Animal-free ways to keep warm and cozy as the temperature dips. Full Article Natural Beauty & Fashion
au Zimmer launches zTailor, the Uber of alterations By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 01 Jun 2015 17:33:45 +0000 With new app, ousted founder of the Men's Wearhouse brings the tailor to your door. Full Article Natural Beauty & Fashion
au 10 laundry tips that won't stain the environment By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 29 Sep 2016 16:16:59 +0000 Just a few simple changes in your laundry routine can make a big difference, and you already have many of the best natural laundry products in your pantry. Full Article At Home
au Ditch pleather, pineapple's the new faux leather By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 01 Dec 2016 13:18:00 +0000 Move over pleather, Piñatex is the new faux leather alternative made from pineapple leaves. The fabric is vegan and biodegradable. Full Article Arts & Culture
au Beaulieu and the environment By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 20 Jul 2011 16:49:04 +0000 For all its perks, like adding color and cozy softness to a home, carpeting is not typically an eco-friendly product. Often made from petroleum-based materials Full Article Sustainable Business Practices
au 15 minutes with author Rebecca Cohen By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 30 Mar 2011 18:00:50 +0000 Rebecca Cohen, author of '15 Minutes Outside,' dishes the dirt on how to get kids off the couch and out the door. Full Article Family Activities
au Jereme Monteau is a modern day eco code warrior By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 28 Apr 2011 14:05:10 +0000 Meet the man behind the popular Web service Transit and Trails, which makes it easy for bus riders to get out for a good hike. Full Article Computers
au Meet Diane MacEachern: Mother, mentor, author and activist By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 14 Mar 2012 13:30:19 +0000 Green mom blogger Diane MacEachern shares her thoughts on picket lines, the state of U.S. politics and how to create a better quality of life. Full Article Responsible Living
au Chinese city plans to launch an 'artificial moon' to replace streetlights By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 19 Oct 2018 02:18:55 +0000 Chengdu's wild plan involves a reflective satellite or "moon" that would beam down a "dusk-like glow" within city limits. Full Article Space
au Apple iOS 7 causing motion sickness for many By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 27 Sep 2013 17:46:19 +0000 Complaints of illness and vertigo are zooming in to Apple. Full Article Gadgets & Electronics
au How do you keep tomato sauce off your tablet? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 25 Jul 2015 15:30:00 +0000 As we head into the kitchen with tablets and smartphones, we need creative ways to keep them food-free. Full Article Healthy Eating
au Tech gives autistic teen a voice By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 07 Apr 2016 11:13:41 +0000 Apple releases 2 videos showing how new iPad apps have transformed the life of 16-year-old Dillan Barmache. Full Article Family Activities
au 10 simple steps (and pedals and rides) cities are taking to move beyond the automobile By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 06 May 2011 21:58:02 +0000 In its magnificent mini-epic 10-part series, "Moving Beyond the Automobile," Streetfilms has created a handy, eye-catching primer to the most important transfor Full Article Transportation
au What Carmageddon taught us about behavioral economics By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 20 Jul 2011 14:51:10 +0000 It was supposed to be Carmageddon in L.A., but instead the two-day closure of the busiest freeway in Los Angeles reiterated a timeless lesson about cars: We los Full Article Transportation
au Close encounters of the automotive kind By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Nov 2011 22:09:01 +0000 The nine lives of an auto journalist. I was nearly a goner on several continents. Believe me, these stories weren't as amusing then as they are now. Full Article Transportation
au Car wash offers work and hope for adults with autism By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 17 Feb 2015 14:48:25 +0000 More than 80 percent of Rising Tide Car Wash's employees have autism — and its owners hope to increase that number soon. Full Article Family Activities
au New Cousteau series looks to kids for solutions to aquatic 'dead zones' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 23 Sep 2013 16:00:19 +0000 This EarthEcho Expedition takes an in-depth look at dead zones in the Chesapeake Bay — and hopes to get kids involved in finding the answer. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
au How Philippe Cousteau is helping kids find their eco-spark By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 18 Oct 2013 16:25:58 +0000 MNN's family blogger chats with Philippe Cousteau about science, exploration, adventure and the eco-savvy kids who are changing the world. Full Article Family Activities
au Should all kids be taught to code? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 24 Feb 2014 23:29:56 +0000 Coding is the next big push in the education world, but do all kids really need to learn the skill? Full Article Computers
au Boyan Slat's Ocean Cleanup Project to launch in 2016 By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 02 Jun 2015 21:52:26 +0000 The project will utilize a 2,000-meter barrier, making it the largest floating structure ever deployed in the ocean. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
au Manchin's assault on the EPA is working By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 16 Oct 2010 16:06:09 +0000 Just a week after the West Virginia Governor shot a bullet through the cap and trade bill he has pulled way ahead in the polls. Full Article Politics
au A portable & green espresso machine and Palmera Naturals sauces By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 10 Apr 2013 00:41:24 +0000 Support small companies with good products though kickstarter.com! The following two companies have great products to back. Full Article Healthy Eating
au Where to find beautiful, functional, affordable fair trade kitchen items By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 17 Feb 2014 19:00:00 +0000 My Fair Trade Lady, a small shop in South Jersey, showcases fair trade items for the kitchen and beyond. Full Article Sustainable Business Practices
au Why Australia went nuts over Johnny Depp's dogs By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 18 Apr 2016 14:56:42 +0000 Actor allegedly smuggled his 2 pups in via private jet, generating euthanasia threats from Australian biosecurity officials. Full Article Pets
au Luke of 'Gilmore Girls' launches coffee brand By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 01 Jul 2017 14:13:54 +0000 No, it won't be called Luke's coffee, but 'Gilmore Girls' Scott Patterson's new java seems to hint at the coffee served in the fictional diner. Full Article Beverages
au Oprah launches line of healthy comfort foods By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 10 Aug 2017 21:05:05 +0000 O, That's Good! soups and side dishes include a healthy twist of unexpected vegetables and beans. Full Article Healthy Eating
au Feral cats in Australia kill 7 animals per day By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 25 Jul 2018 14:35:56 +0000 Researchers in Australia strap cameras on feral cats to track their kills. Full Article Animals
au The surprising beauty and benefits of driftwood By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 14 Aug 2018 14:15:29 +0000 Some trees embark on an epic — and important — journey after they die. Full Article Wilderness & Resources