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

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

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

On the tail of an audit that questioned the reliability of the EnergyStar label, the <i>Washington Post</i> wonders: Are less-than-efficient appliances still ma

Find out how Stonyfield Farm CEO Gary Hirshberg made a rap video about organic food that inspired a battle rap response from Honest Tea's Seth Goldman.

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.

What does real sustainability look like? What's the best way for renters to get in on the efficiency game? What's for supper?

John Rooks spoke at TEDxDirigo about the need for businesses to be authentically green. Read more about his ideas and why he loves the state of Maine.

As one of America's youngest and brightest social entrepreneurs, Beth Doane launched her first fashion company at age 22, created a consulting firm focused on s

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

Deadlier than Glenn Close with a kitchen knife, light's 'fatal attraction' kills millions of birds each year.

A 1,400-square-mile stretch of unspoiled wilderness in central Idaho has been designated as the nation’s first International Dark Sky Reserve.

Birds that produce 'flight calls' during night migration may be more vulnerable to light pollution, a new study finds.

ames Beard Award winner Elissa Altman's book about her relationships with food and those she loves is a bargain right now for Kindle.

When Susan Bennett laid down recordings for a client, she had no idea she'd someday be speaking to more than 100 million people.

Flying paper airplanes has never been this fun.

Accessory manufacturers have confirmed rumors about Apple's new 7 inch iPad Mini, which is set to be unveiled on Tuesday, Oct. 23 at a press conference.

Dog trainer Anna Jane Grossman provides private iPad lessons to dogs, where she teaches them to nose the screen to activate apps.

Two student teams from the 2013 Solar Decathlon, USC and Santa Clara University, need to sell their innovative, solar-powered homes to private buyers.

The 21-year-old, who received a $2M signing bonus from the Toronto Blue Jays in 2011, says he enjoys living the simple life.

And in case you haven’t noticed, it’s changing everything about the workplace.

The Acro-Cats, a Chicago-based troupe of performing felines, is looking for a tour assistant.

Except for war or natural disaster, young people have never had it so bad economically.

Girls spend 160 million more hours than boys doing household chores every day, UNICEF finds.

Tapping on a keyboard all day isn't the only way to make a living.

MNN's family blogger chats with Philippe Cousteau about science, exploration, adventure and the eco-savvy kids who are changing the world.

Watch as 15-year-old Ann Makosinski explains how she figured out the voltage and circuitry necessary to facilitate her design.

Keep seniors in your family and your community in the loop by helping them get connected online.

This industrious teen hopes to make flying safer for all with his raptor trap, which is designed to prevent bird-strikes at airports.

Cheesy trend saw a 450% growth in popularity this year.

Shirts made from Silic use nano-technology to prevent water-based liquids from soaking in.

Are you qualified to recite the Girl Scout promise? Prove it.

The new Digital Cookie platform can teach the girls useful entrepreneurial skills, if their parents can step aside and let the girls be in charge.

The organization has revamped everything from badges to cookie sales to try to be more relevant.

Wyland Foundation's National Art Contest helps kids think about how they can protect the oceans.

The Every Kid in a Park initiative aims to get kids active and outdoors, but it may also turn them into environmental stewards.

Eight-year-old Gabi Mann loves her corvid friends, and they reciprocate with small trinkets and treasures.

A process intended to teach girls about business instead teaches one of life's hardest lessons.

10-year-old Alyssa De La Sala set up a drink stand, and the response was overwhelming.

Artist creates dolls of Malala, Jane Goodall and other female role models.

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

Her application inspires Paris Summer Innovation Fellowship selection officials to look beyond age and take a chance on a kid with passion.

Growing demand for energy efficiency and energy management has created an unprecedented opportunity for certified carbon managers. And according to Dr. Eric Woo

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

Now all Republican Senate candidates this November are on the record denying global warming.

West Virginia U.S. Senate race brings out the guns, not to mention a former president and a former vice presidential candidate.

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

Rep. Darrell Issa has sent out a letter to Beltway insiders asking for their thoughts about how Uncle Sam should regulate them.

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

New Mexico senator's plan to retire creates questions for Democrats and environmentalists in 2012.