pro '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
pro 2D-Light: Mega-thin LED promises low-cost, energy-savings By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 11 Sep 2013 17:39:58 +0000 In manufacturing, 'flat' has long been synonymous with 'low-cost' but can this also be applied to consumer LED bulbs? The 2D-Light gives it a go. Full Article At Home
pro Buy an LED bulb at IKEA, help improve lighting at refugee camps By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 04 Feb 2014 00:26:33 +0000 Now through the end of March, the sale of LED bulbs at IKEA will help to make refugee camps safer and more secure and for the families living in them. Full Article At Home
pro The problem with vanity sizing By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 28 Jun 2013 21:41:58 +0000 The variability in clothing sizes is frustrating, wasteful and erodes consumer confidence. Full Article Natural Beauty & Fashion
pro Walking Shelter: A tennis shoe-tent combo for impromptu siestas By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 28 Aug 2013 21:39:34 +0000 Lady Gaga meets L.L. Bean with a 'mobile habitat' concept from Aussie firm Sibling that integrates a one-person tent into the back of a pair of sneakers. Full Article Arts & Culture
pro Clothing Arts entrepreneur creates pickpocket-proof pants By www.businessnewsdaily.com Published On :: Thu, 12 Sep 2013 15:49:22 +0000 Good looking pants that protect your valuables. Full Article Natural Beauty & Fashion
pro Where were your running shoes made? (Hint: It's probably not in the US) By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 25 Feb 2014 19:42:42 +0000 There's only one major sneaker retailer who still makes their shoes in America. Full Article Natural Beauty & Fashion
pro John Rooks: Marketing should do more than just promote By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 25 Apr 2011 15:40:09 +0000 Meet John Rook, the green marketing maverick searching for authenticity in the world of sustainable business. Full Article Sustainable Business Practices
pro Christian Wisecarver: Organic rap producer By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 17 May 2011 16:54:47 +0000 Meet the guy who turned Stonyfield CEO Gary Hirshberg into a rap star. Full Article Arts & Culture
pro Chris Tackett: Green blogger, social media pro By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 15 Jul 2011 16:05:49 +0000 Environmental blogger and media maven Chris Tackett talks about how he got his job, the future of the green media landscape, and the joys of composting. Full Article Computers
pro A not-so-nutty professor brings science to the masses on YouTube By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sun, 14 Aug 2011 12:02:32 +0000 Martyn Poliakoff, a professor of chemistry at the University of Nottingham, may first appear like a mad scientist in his popular series of YouTube videos in whi Full Article Arts & Culture
pro Stunning photo project explores our complex relationship with the night sky By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 21 Apr 2017 12:21:36 +0000 Time-lapse artists and filmmakers Gavin Heffernan and Harun Mehmedinović traveled North America and photographed the impact of light pollution in ‘SKYGLOW.’ Full Article Climate & Weather
pro 5 creative projects for your old iPhone By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 16 Jan 2015 13:21:10 +0000 Recycling or donating your old iPhone is sensible. But these projects are much more fun. Full Article Gadgets & Electronics
pro Where's that kitchen of the future we were promised? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 05 Jan 2016 11:12:00 +0000 In your phone. Or down the street at the supermarket. Full Article Gadgets & Electronics
pro Let's not criminalize walking and texting. (We have bigger problems) By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 19 Feb 2016 22:58:57 +0000 Talk about blowing things way out of proportion. Full Article Gadgets & Electronics
pro Move over Blackberry, the Defense Department approves iPhones By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 20 May 2013 14:06:27 +0000 Blackberry has cornered the military market but after the Department of Defense approved the use of Apple devices, this will likely change. Full Article Green Workplace
pro How an iPad changed a mom's life — and made her famous in the process By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 27 Dec 2013 16:41:29 +0000 Filmmaker Josh Seftel bought his mother an iPad last year and turned her into a YouTube sensation. In the process, he the two developed an even closer bond. Full Article Gadgets & Electronics
pro What is 'USDA process verified'? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 11 Feb 2011 14:30:06 +0000 A label is popping up on chicken in the meat case. Here's what you should know about it. Full Article Healthy Eating
pro Telecommuters aren't isolated and unproductive By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 31 May 2012 12:00:00 +0000 Study debunks the myth that telecommuters are disconnected and thus less productive. Results from the study were published in the June issue of Communication Mo Full Article Green Workplace
pro 9 professions that should be extinct but aren't By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Apr 2016 19:09:16 +0000 9 dying professions being kept alive by dedicated diehards Full Article Sustainable Business Practices
pro Wanted: Planetary protector for the solar system By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 03 Aug 2017 12:49:37 +0000 NASA is looking for someone to protect us from alien microbes — and the rest of the solar system from ourselves. Full Article Space
pro Phoenix teen named 'Thanksgiving Hero' for his anti-bullying program By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 22 Nov 2013 11:44:36 +0000 Matthew Kaplan searched for a way to use peer pressure for good after seeing his own little brother get bullied in middle school. Full Article Family Activities
pro SafetyTats gives kids with food allergies an extra layer of protection By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 03 Sep 2014 16:49:47 +0000 Parents need help keeping a child with food allergies away from life-threatening foods. Temporary tattoos with vital information can lend a hand. Full Article Healthy Eating
pro 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
pro Program harnesses the magic of music to teach kids about living green By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 27 Jan 2016 20:04:01 +0000 Team Green World creates catchy tunes with an eco-savvy theme. Full Article Family Activities
pro 10-year-old keeps his promise to make the world a better place By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 02 Dec 2017 15:31:20 +0000 Zander Hite's woodworking hobby started with a gift from his grandfather and a challenge to make a difference in the world. Full Article Responsible Living
pro Barbara Boxer: On the precipice of compromise By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 22 Nov 2010 03:29:51 +0000 A lot has changed in American politics in the last year, and a lot has stayed the same. Full Article Politics
pro New Mexico governor forced to allow environmental protections By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 28 Jan 2011 15:22:26 +0000 Despite her best attempts, Gov. Susana Martinez can't keep environmental regulations from becoming law. Full Article Politics
pro Observations from the Natural Products Expo East By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 20 Sep 2012 19:37:27 +0000 How many answers are there to the question, “Is your product GMO-free?” More than you’d think. Full Article Healthy Eating
pro One percent of global commercial wood supply used to make IKEA products By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 08 Jul 2013 17:50:44 +0000 Home furnishings retailer IKEA uses about 1 percent of the world's commercial wood supply to make its products. Full Article At Home
pro Blue Apron ships healthy ingredients to your home and you do the rest By www.businessnewsdaily.com Published On :: Fri, 16 Aug 2013 16:36:02 +0000 Blue Apron is a unique ingredient delivery service for people who want to cook delicious, healthy meals at home but lack the time to shop and plan. Full Article Healthy Eating
pro Green product certification: 21 symbols you should recognize By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 18 Oct 2013 17:55:20 +0000 Here's your guide to the green product & sustainability lables found on everything from fish to light bulbs. Full Article Sustainable Business Practices
pro Martha-approved, American-made gear for your next BBQ or backyard bash By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 21 Jul 2014 20:00:33 +0000 Since nothing quite says 'U.S.A.' like summertime grilling and imbibing, consider these entertaining must-haves from the Martha Stewart American Made Market. Full Article At Home
pro 6 unexpected products made from hemp By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 30 Jul 2014 18:15:47 +0000 This versatile fiber can keep you looking good or speed you down the highway. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
pro Website only stocks products that last a lifetime By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 04 Feb 2016 23:29:43 +0000 Tired of replacing stuff every few years? This website solves that problem. Full Article Responsible Living
pro 7 products that promise to last a lifetime By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sun, 06 Mar 2016 20:51:29 +0000 Buy well by buying once: You'll save money, time and our planet's dwindling resources. Full Article Responsible Living
pro 'Monsanto Protection Act': Take action to get it repealed By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 21 May 2013 17:56:48 +0000 Ask your representative to support the Merkley Amendment, which would repeal the 'Monsanto Protection Act.' Full Article Healthy Eating
pro Why the 'dairy cliff' probably isn't a crisis By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 13 Dec 2013 18:42:54 +0000 Despite the high stakes, this political precipice looks more like a buttery bluff. Full Article Politics
pro Salmon farmers have an unsavory lice problem By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 25 Sep 2017 21:03:40 +0000 Parasitic sea lice have become resistant to pesticides that used to control infestations in salmon farms around the world. Full Article Healthy Eating
pro Yes, Leslie Jones, Twitter has a humanity problem By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 20 Jul 2016 21:53:46 +0000 Actress Leslie Jones' experience on social media service Twitter can be a reflection of all that's right and horribly wrong with our species. Full Article Arts & Culture
pro How biophilia can improve your life By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 27 Oct 2018 13:38:50 +0000 Even subtle changes of scenery can have dramatic effects on our mental and physical health, a growing field of research suggests. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
pro Soon-to-be abandoned mine shafts could provide geothermal energy By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 10 Aug 2009 20:27:35 +0000 Shafts that haven't been closed could be transformed into geothermal boilers to produce heat and hot water for nearby communities. Full Article Energy
pro Ohio lost a third of its butterflies in 21 years — and it probably isn't alone By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 18 Jul 2019 19:30:42 +0000 The decline of Ohio's butterflies likely reflects a broader crisis for a wide range of insects, researchers say. Full Article Animals
pro Earth Day's framing problem By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 22 Apr 2011 19:03:35 +0000 By treating 'the environment' as something outside our daily lives, Earth Day is no longer calibrated to meet the scope of the climate and energy crises — nor Full Article Climate & Weather
pro How Carla Hall, Mayim Bialik, Andy Richter and Izabella Miko protect the planet By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 17 Apr 2014 16:55:43 +0000 We asked Carla Hall, Mayim Bialik, Andy Richter, Izabella Miko about their Earth Day plans. Full Article Arts & Culture
pro DiCaprio-produced documentary about solar makes Netflix debut By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 22 Apr 2016 22:27:26 +0000 Critically acclaimed 'Catching the Sun' offers solution to current economic crisis. Full Article Energy
pro Steven Chu brings low profile to Cancun By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 07 Dec 2010 02:06:56 +0000 Sometimes the secret to getting a deal done is not worrying who gets the credit. Full Article Politics
pro Judge restores federal protections for Yellowstone grizzly bears By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 25 Sep 2018 13:54:22 +0000 Yellowstone grizzly bears were removed from the U.S. endangered species list in 2017. Full Article Animals
pro The problem with fake service dogs By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 19 Jul 2019 12:45:11 +0000 More states are cracking down on owners who falsely call their pets service animals. Full Article Pets
pro Shocking NASA study proves global warming spike in 2010 By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 09 Aug 2010 23:12:52 +0000 Massive glacier break-off in Greenland demonstrates the frightening future painted by new NASA study on global temperature rise. Full Article Research & Innovations