The head of Duke Energy says Americans don't have the attention span to take on crafting a meaningful energy policy.

The former governor is stuck with a history of being on all sides of the climate issue.

Energy-related CO2 emissions will be 7 percent lower than their 2005 level of nearly 6 billion metric tons in 2020, according to new government data.

The world's oceans are turning acidic even more rapidly than during a monster emission of planet-warming carbon 56 million years ago.

Help reduce your child's carbon footprint by teaching them eco-friendly habits. Teach your kids to turn off the lights and water when not in use, try to walk mo

Your virtual carbon footprint may be bigger than you think. You telecommute, while your friends idle in stop-and-go traffic on the way to work, but don’t feel

Developing countries are emitting increasingly more carbon in order to improve their citizens' well-being.

People living in the the U.S. and the E.U. are responsible for the greatest average loss of Arctic sea ice, says Max Planck Institute.

Ed Begley Jr. joins 'Holidazed' author Jerry James Stone to create a free, digital cookbook that's not just for vegans.

A new study says the best messages (for some people) are energy efficiency and saving money.

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.

Pot growers have traditionally had a negative impact on the environment — but that may be about to change.

Unlike incandescent 3-way bulbs that really only have 2 levels of brightness, the 3-way Cree LED boats a trio of brightness levels you can actually see.

Don't let the door hit you on the way out, pigtail.

From jewelry and shoes to full-length gowns, 3-D printing may be the future of fashion.

Lace has broken way outside the bridal realm and can now be found on a plethora of accessories.

'Star Wars' actor's new new 20-piece men's clothing line includes jackets, pants, knitwear, and accessories.

Keep it simple with these carryalls with a stylish edge, which will last for years.

These 2 tutorials will get you scarfing in lots of new ways!

April 24th is the anniversary of the Rana Plaza garment factory collapse; Fashion Revolution Day wants to change how our clothes are made.

The North Face releases a limited edition hooded sweatshirt (mostly) designed and manufactured within the Bay Area.

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

Quayle Hodek is the 33-year-old founder and CEO of one of the leading companies in wind energy. Find out what he thinks the energy grid will look like in 50 yea

Clarke's Breaking Ground is a nonprofit organization that works on the local level to help communities complete projects like bridges, libraries and schools.

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.

The medical cannabis market is rapidly expanding as more and more states rewrite their laws to give sick people access to the controversial medicine. Meet Troy

Meet the eco-entrepreneur behind gDiapers, a greener, flushable, alternative to the traditional plastic disposable diaper.

David and Morgan Surkin run the PortSports Social Club, a recreational sports and events club that puts as much emphasis on helping nonprofit organizations as i

Waylon Lewis is a whirling dynamo of editorial energy. Find out what this new media mogul thinks about the changing world of journalism and the Internet.

Eco-Me, a California-based brand comprised of a colorful 'family' of all-natural household cleaners, was founded by Robin Kay Levine in response to a real-life

You may not know it, but light pollution contributes to carbon emissions and interferes with animal migration. Take these simple steps to reduce it.

Can you celebrate America without meat on the barbeque grill? Sure you can. With a free vegetable grilling eBook and some of MNN's own recipes, you’ll have lo

Amazon honors National Bullying Prevention Month with a daily deal on two titles that help empower kids against bullies.

A round up of online stores that have coupon codes, free shipping, and special Cyber Monday deals for cookware, appliances, cookbooks, natural cleaning products

In honor of Julia Child’s 101st birthday, Kindle is offering 'As Always, Julia: The Letters of Julia Child and Avis DeVoto' at a bargain price for one day.

Jet lag has long been thought of as an unavoidable malady, but a new app might help travelers get some much-needed relief.

These apps work in conjunction with store sales and printed coupons to help you make the most out of your holiday grocery budget.

When we heard about Food52's Holiday Recipes and Party Planning Guide ($3.99 for iPad and iPhone), we thought this app from New York Times writers Amanda Hesser

Open Table pays $10 million to Foodspotting for its library of user-generated restaurant food photos.

Apple’s suppliers are reportedly preparing to release a new miniature iPad in Q4 2013.

Tech-lovers beware: from carpal tunnel syndrome to tinnitus, here are just 5 of the ways your devices may injure you.

These apps will help you find wines that pair with your menu, choose bottles as gifts, and keep track of the bottles you really enjoyed.

Is organic bottled water "eco-chic?" I don't think so!

Are we witnessing the birth of localwashing?

There has been a lot of debate all across the Internet about whether Earth Day really means anything anymore or whether it has been hijacked by marketers.

Going my way? A new service helps commuters and travelers HitchARideNow.

At the start of the 20th century, streets belonged as much to pedestrians and children at play as to automobiles. By the end of it, stepping into the street in

Find out how to stay focused while working from home, what companies have telecommuting opportunities and more.

Telecommuting is a nice perk, but it isn't always easy to stay focused.

Paris can be pretty unfriendly to tourists, but SmarterParis is a friendly new app that can make it easier.