ow How much plastic do you consume every day? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 06 Jun 2019 15:47:08 +0000 There's microplastic all around us, and we're consuming it at astounding rates, according to several studies. Full Article Healthy Eating
ow EPA Chief Lisa Jackson hits The Daily Show By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 19 May 2009 18:12:31 +0000 When Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lisa P. Jackson appeared on The Daily Show, host Jon Stewart couldn’t resist asking. Full Article Politics
ow Head of EPA talks climate change on 'The Daily Show' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 17:53:13 +0000 Lisa P. Jackson, administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, discusses climate change with Jon Stewart. Full Article Climate & Weather
ow How clean is the air near your school? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 11 Jun 2010 12:00:08 +0000 Environmental Protection Agency releases air toxicity results from 65 schools in 22 states. Full Article Family Activities
ow Future360: Xtreme Power By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 06 Jul 2011 18:36:39 +0000 Video: Future360 travels to Austin, TX, to unearth a radical new energy storage technology. Xtreme Power's patented power cell promises to be a game changer in Full Article Energy
ow The symbolic power of bladeless wind turbines By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 05 Apr 2012 21:35:08 +0000 Critics of renewable energy are obsessed with the costs and practicalities of cleantech right this instant. Visitors to Silicon Valley in the 1970s didn't see t Full Article Energy
ow Sean Tufts: Ex-NFL linebacker now tackling wind energy projects By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 11 May 2012 05:38:11 +0000 Site for wind farms is not exactly the type of field you picture a retired NFL linebacker scouting. But Sean Tufts is not your typical retired player. Nor is he Full Article Arts & Culture
ow How air conditioning can heat buildings By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 25 Jun 2012 15:39:07 +0000 A new system created by a French energy firm heats about 6 million square feet of office space, creating no emissions in the process. Full Article Energy
ow How affordable is alternative energy? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 27 Jul 2012 14:48:23 +0000 Alternative energy sources that are cost-competitive with fossil fuels may be closer to fruition than previously thought. Recent studies from global leaders in Full Article Energy
ow AT&T adding 9.6MW of fuel cell power By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 15 Oct 2012 12:00:00 +0000 The telecommunications company will be Bloom Energy's largest non-utility customer. Full Article Sustainable Business Practices
ow How to go solar the right way By www.toptenreviews.com Published On :: Thu, 21 Feb 2013 18:01:42 +0000 If you're thinking about replacing utilities with solar panels, you'll need to research and take some considerations into account first. Full Article Energy
ow How does an atom smasher work? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 19 Aug 2013 17:49:45 +0000 Particle accelerators do more than collide subatomic particles and atoms together — they provide clues about the universe. Full Article Research & Innovations
ow In post-Fukushima Japan, homeowners gung-ho over green energy [Video] By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 26 Sep 2013 23:45:13 +0000 Japanese homeowners are investing in solar panels in an act that the WSJ describes as a 'post-tsunami revolt against conventional electric utilities.' Full Article Energy
ow A British supermarket that's powered by its own garbage By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 23 Jul 2014 23:00:40 +0000 Through a pioneering waste-to-energy scheme, the spoiled stock at a Sainsbury's superstore will be used to keep the lights on. Full Article Energy
ow SolarCity launches MySolar loan program for lease-shy homeowners By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 10 Oct 2014 15:11:05 +0000 Homeowners with top-notch credit in California, Arizona, New Jersey and 5 other states will be eligible for direct loans from the PV-installing behemoth. Full Article Energy
ow Transparent solar windows generate energy without obstructing the view By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 10 Dec 2014 01:51:56 +0000 Researchers have developed solar concentrators that can be placed on windows or cellphone screens. Full Article Research & Innovations
ow Super-efficient solar power system sets record By www.livescience.com Published On :: Tue, 16 Dec 2014 17:11:20 +0000 A new world record is making the future of solar energy look pretty bright. Full Article Energy
ow Meet the snowflake consultant for Disney's 'Frozen' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 21 Apr 2016 16:14:03 +0000 Physicist Kenneth Libbrecht, a leading expert on snowflake formation, is proud to have added scientific accuracy to Disney's hit animated musical. Full Article Climate & Weather
ow How you can visit the Shire ... in Guatemala By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sun, 08 May 2016 15:02:00 +0000 The Hobbitenango is a sustainable restaurant and hotel that gives back to the village. Full Article Sustainable Business Practices
ow Here's how all the Pixar movies are connected By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 20 Jan 2017 13:21:19 +0000 Pixar has sprinkled references to all its movies throughout its films. Full Article Arts & Culture
ow Famed Azure Window arch in Malta is no more By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 08 Mar 2017 18:02:51 +0000 Featured in several Hollywood productions, the arch and its support pillars collapsed after heavy coastal storms. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
ow How youth activism underscores 'Isle of Dogs' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 22 Mar 2018 21:02:09 +0000 "Isle of Dogs,"Wes Anderson's new stop-motion animated film about teens coming to the rescue unintentionally parallels real-life movements in the U.S. Full Article Arts & Culture
ow 'Migrating with the Sandhill Cranes': Follow the journey By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 30 Mar 2018 15:43:51 +0000 Bryan Nelson's short film, "Migrating with the Sandhill Cranes," profiles one couple's epic journey to migrate with sandhill cranes from New Mexico to Alaska. Full Article Animals
ow What you need to know about measles By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Nov 2019 15:06:20 +0000 Measles can weaken the immune system for years afterward. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
ow Can Scotland lead the way on offshore wind power? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Mar 2013 20:26:29 +0000 Scotland is hoping to leverage its extensive experience in North Sea oil and gas drilling to become the leader in the offshore wind industry. Full Article Energy
ow How wind turbines kill birds By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 15 May 2013 16:29:01 +0000 Wind energy may be cost efficient, but it's costing us over half a million birds each year. Full Article Energy
ow The best place for solar power is ... New Jersey? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 24 Jul 2013 15:36:51 +0000 New study says it's not about the best light, but where solar and wind can do the most good. Full Article Energy
ow These clever wind turbines store energy for when the wind's not blowing By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 02 Aug 2013 21:06:44 +0000 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. Full Article Energy
ow How clean energy became a major force in the U.K. economy By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 08 Aug 2013 16:00:37 +0000 Massive wind farm is Britain's latest entry in move away from fossil fuels toward alternative, renewable clean energy sources. Full Article Energy
ow How an 'off-grid' hippie built a wind energy empire By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 05 Sep 2013 17:33:07 +0000 Wind entrepreneur Dale Vince used to live on a bus. Now he's one of Britain's richest men, and he has big plans to transform his country. Full Article Energy
ow How snow can help build better wind turbines By www.livescience.com Published On :: Wed, 25 Jun 2014 13:46:59 +0000 The way snow dances around wind turbines is shedding light on the mysteries of how air turbulence behaves. Full Article Energy
ow Blown away: Wind turbines generate enough energy to power every home in Scotland By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 11 Nov 2014 16:50:53 +0000 With new data published by the WWF, Scotland once again proves itself as the renewable energy-generating powerhouse of the United Kingdom. Full Article Energy
ow IKEA blows into Texas, snatches up second U.S. wind farm By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 20 Nov 2014 00:30:41 +0000 What better place for the Swedish furniture emporium to acquire its biggest global clean energy investment than the Lone Star State? Full Article Energy
ow Eiffel Tower outfitted with twin wind turbines By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 25 Feb 2015 23:00:37 +0000 The turbines will help to keep the lights on and the cash registers ringing on the Paris landmark's newly revamped first floor. Full Article Energy
ow By 2018, Dutch rail will be fully powered by wind By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 01 Sep 2015 17:32:57 +0000 In a nation where transportation claims 20 percent of CO2 emissions, train travel will soon be a zero-emission affair. Full Article Energy
ow 'Windlicht' is an otherworldly LED laser show held on a Dutch wind farm By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 15 Mar 2016 13:30:43 +0000 A Pink Floyd soundtrack is not included with Studio Roosegaarde's newest environmental-themed light installation. Full Article Energy
ow Portugal shows off in March, flirting with 100% renewable energy goal By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 10 Apr 2018 16:48:31 +0000 Portugal predicts that renewables will satisfy its mainland electricity needs by 2040. Full Article Energy
ow Cruelty to animals is now a federal crime By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 26 Nov 2019 18:00:21 +0000 The PACT Act makes animal cruelty a federal felony, threatening violators with fines and prison time. Full Article Animals
ow How to make the most of small living spaces By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 18 Feb 2013 15:29:01 +0000 Here's how to make a small space look and feel bigger without adding an inch. Full Article Remodeling & Design
ow How to clean a bathroom without going crazy By www.networx.com Published On :: Thu, 09 Jan 2014 22:03:34 +0000 You might be surprised at the one thing that can make the task much more bearable. Full Article Healthy Spaces
ow How to clean a carpet naturally By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 26 Jun 2014 16:33:12 +0000 Skip the harsh chemicals and try these nontoxic ways to clean your carpets. Full Article At Home
ow How to clean windows naturally By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 23 Jul 2014 16:19:20 +0000 The key to sparkling, streak-free window panes isn't chemicals, clean windows naturally with these tips. Full Article At Home
ow How to remove grass stains naturally By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 30 Jul 2014 18:07:57 +0000 Outdoor summer fun (or work) can lead to the most frustratingly stubborn clothing stains. Full Article At Home
ow How to change your life by decluttering By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 04 Nov 2014 05:51:15 +0000 A shift in how you think about housekeeping could result in a tidier and more relaxed life. Full Article At Home
ow How often should you wash your towels? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 27 Feb 2015 19:56:59 +0000 Probably more often than you think — which is way too often, in this writer's opinion. Full Article At Home
ow How to get pet hair under control By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 08 Jul 2015 15:42:31 +0000 Keep the pets but ditch the mess with this handy guide. Full Article Pets
ow How to clean your carpet from 8 common spills By www.networx.com Published On :: Mon, 21 Dec 2015 18:10:17 +0000 From sticky to stainy, here's what you need to clean festive messes. Full Article At Home
ow How to get rid of drain flies naturally By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 17 Feb 2016 18:10:25 +0000 Drain flies, also known as sink moths or sewer flies, can be a huge nuisance. Here's how to get rid of drain flies naturally and without chemicals. Full Article At Home
ow How to fold everything By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 04 Mar 2016 21:09:20 +0000 Don't let those infuriating fitted sheets and cumbersome sleeping bags get to you! Here's how to fold them and more! Full Article At Home
ow How to make stovetop grates shine like new By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 12 Apr 2016 21:59:13 +0000 We test out an easy method of removing burnt-on gunk from stovetop grates using ammonia. Full Article At Home