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Greek gold mine could bring economic boom or environmental destruction

A new mine could provide 1,500 jobs, but protestors say the environmental cost is too high.



  • Sustainable Business Practices

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What's the environmental cost of a loaf of bread?

If you thought the plastic bag waste from a loaf was a big problem, wait till you find out what's even more damaging.




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Architects recognize Virginia's Brock Center for outstanding environmental performance

The Brock Environmental Center's 'regenerative' design is key to its AIA recognition — it generates 80 percent more energy than it uses.



  • Remodeling & Design

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Study weighs environmental costs of proteins

Beef and farmed catfish aren't great on the environment, but wild-caught fish and farmed shellfish have low environmental impacts.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Green book roundup: A half-wild planet, sloppy new environmentalism and more

Five rousing books that sound a rallying cry to think about and work toward environmental solutions in fresh, new ways.



  • Arts & Culture

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'The Great Invisible' explores the environmental and psychological aftermath of the Gulf oil spill

Margaret Brown shares her insights about the Deepwater Horizon spill with MNN.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Judge allows environmental groups to sue over coal ash

Ruling is latest twist in a long debate over how to regulate and enforce coal ash disposal.




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Become a fan of MNN on Pinterest and win an iPad and environmental books

Become a Pinterest fan, repin from our back-to-school board and you could win an iPad and green books.



  • Arts & Culture

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Mardi Gras beads are an environmental nightmare — but they don't have to be

Ubiquitous Mardi Gras beads can be made of other things: Biodegradable seed bombs, anyone?




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'Green Gone Wrong: How Our Economy is Undermining the Environmental Revolution'

Journalist Heather Rogers maintains that we can't buy our way out of the crisis our planet is experiencing.




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Environmental Working Group's updated cleaning guide

EWG grades the products many of us use to clean our kitchens and houses. How do your 'green' cleaning products rate?



  • Protection & Safety

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Green States: The environmental Mount Rushmore

It's what you've been waiting for. Peter Dykstra lists his picks for America’s nine greatest environmental heroes.



  • Research & Innovations

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Groundwater is an 'environmental time bomb'

Scientists report that it could take 100 years for the world's groundwater supplies to respond to climate change, potentially leaving populations without water.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Apple defends decision to leave environmental program

Apple is defending its decision to have its products removed from the EPEAT environmental standards certification program. Speaking to The Loop, Apple spokesper




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NASA's experimental lander explodes in test flight

An experimental, "green" NASA lander crashed during its first free-flight test on Aug. 9, erupting in a ball of flame when it hit the ground.




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MNN Nest pledge: 'I will read three environmentally themed books this year'

Joining an environmental book club (or cracking a few eco-books solo) is a virtually effortless way to green up your life a bit.




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Tea Party is reason for congressman's environmental flip-flops

L.A. Times says the head of the House Energy and Commerce Committee was once a moderate, but he was able to gain this powerful seat by embracing Tea Party princ




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President's Environmental Youth Awards: Now accepting applications

Program offers national recognition for kids working to make their world a greener place.




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In the Green Room: Environmental issues in the art world

Video: Learn about ecoartspace and how that organization addresses environmental issues through the visual arts.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Science explains your environmental leanings

Psychologists wanted to know why some people are more likely than others to be proactive. Here’s what they found.




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The environmental groups that dominate Facebook

Meet the environmental organizations wielding the power of Facebook to inspire, educate and advocate for the planet.



  • Climate & Weather

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Ted Turner honored with 2015 Lady Bird Johnson Environmental Award

Accolade recognizes Turner's 'remarkable commitment to protect and preserve our natural world.'



  • Arts & Culture

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Millions of environmentalists are registered to vote in the U.S. but don't. What if they did?

The Environmental Voter Project has a plan to awaken a sleeping giant in American politics.




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Debt ceiling debate raises environmental concerns

Spending cuts are the talk of Washington these days. Some are looking to make big political gains with cuts that won't create measurable savings.




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Why Obama is losing environmentalists

The White House is taking a political risk: Spurn environmentalists enough times, and they might return the favor.




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Paul Ryan's environmental record

What would environmental policy look like under Paul Ryan? The U.S. vice presidential candidate is a self-proclaimed 'avid outdoorsman,' but his policies often




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Environmentalist COAL-ition attacks Big Coal

Large coalition of environmental groups uses humor to fight misconceptions around 'clean' coal.



  • Research & Innovations

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Rick Santorum's environmental record

The Pennsylvania Republican is a solid pick for social conservatives, but what are his views when it comes to environmental policy?




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Even the smallest urban green spaces can have a big impact on mental health

A study in Philadelphia finds that transforming vacant lots into green spaces has a beneficial impact on mood and wellbeing, particularly in low-income areas.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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10 of the best college environmental programs in the U.S.

Every year, the number of green college programs — and the number of students enrolled in them — rises, as careers in environmental policy, sustainability,



  • Research & Innovations

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Why environmental science matters

Meet Dr. Rob Sanford, department chair and professor of environmental science at the University of Southern Maine.



  • Arts & Culture

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Former EPA administrator Lisa P. Jackson shares how she became a top environmentalist

From curious kid to giving back, to advisor to Apple computers, Jackson shares her path to leadership.




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'A Fierce Green Fire': The untold story of America's environmental movement

Filmmaker Mark Kitchell talks to MNN about the need to understand the birth and life of the green movement in the U.S.



  • Arts & Culture

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19 environmental charities you should know

From animal welfare to marine protection to climate change, these environmental charities are sure to put your money to good use.




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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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Environmentalists are bringing solutions right to your desktop via Google Earth

Environmental activists are bringing problems (and solutions) right to your desktop via Google Earth.




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Media Mayhem: 7 environmental stories that are free of doom and gloom

From an eco-city in China to a coffee producer in Uganda to 'towers of power' in Spain and California, some good news from the green frontier.



  • Research & Innovations

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Lame duck session brings a small victory for environmentalists

For political purposes, a West Virginia senator is giving the EPA a little breathing room -- for now.




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Environmental Media Awards: Ed Begley and his wife Rachelle

Video: Catch up with the Begleys at The Environmental Media Awards.



  • Arts & Culture

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Ray Anderson, noted environmentalist, passes away at 77

CEO of Interface and author of 'Confessions of a Radical Industrialist' leaves an eco-legacy.



  • Sustainable Business Practices

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Environmentally-friendly flooring

Flooring is one of the most important elements of any room, so when you're choosing new wood, tile, carpet or other floor covering, consider your options carefu




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Josh Dorfman: The anything but Lazy Environmentalist

Though he may have taken on the moniker of The Lazy Environmentalist, it's hard to find a harder working, more prolific green storyteller than Josh Dorfman.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Teen scientists make health, environmental breakthroughs

Three high schoolers each took home $150,000 at Intel Science Talent Search.



  • Research & Innovations

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Justice Stevens leaves behind environmental legacy; Kagan may get chance to follow

As Justice John Paul Stevens steps down from the bench, environmentalists remember a "green justice." Though little is known about her environmental positions,




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Arizona's Giffords known as environmental advocate

The U.S. representative fighting for her life after a weekend shooting has been an advocate for many issues, including the environment.




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New Mexico governor forced to allow environmental protections

Despite her best attempts, Gov. Susana Martinez can't keep environmental regulations from becoming law.




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Newt Gingrich's environmental scorecard

Newt Gingrich may be controversial, but he's also outspoken. (So at least you know where he stands.)




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Mitt Romney's environmental record

The latest Republican to officially jump into the presidential race has a history of speaking out on energy and environmental policy.




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Michele Bachmann's environmental record

The latest Republican to seek the presidency has a clear environmental record.




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Jon Huntsman's environmental record

The former Utah governor and U.S. ambassador to China looks like the greenest Republican in the presidential race — and perhaps the most interesting.