Sometimes, the big guns in Congress aim to keep stuff 'away' from their states. Senator Harry Reid and the tale of Yucca Mountain is a prime example.

Oil sands, international relations and energy policy make for a touchy visit in Ottawa.

A year ago, it seemed that the construction of a 1,700-mile pipeline connecting northern Alberta with the United States was all but a certainty. Now, it feels l

Cape Wind won decisive approval triggering a potential green energy gold rush. But the opposition -- which mainly just doesn't want to look at wind turbines --

Authorities are still searching for possible victims after a natural gas explosion outside a popular restaurant sparked.

Despite the unfortunate acronym, the London Original Loft (LOL) proposal cleverly repurposes unused railway viaduct arches into cave-like residences.

The chef of PBS’ long running “Ciao Italia” taught me to make this flavorful, seasonal salad that would be a perfect side dish for Thanksgiving.

Documentary on coal mining’s effect on Appalachian communities premieres in West Virginia this Saturday.

If organic foods can’t contain genetically modified ingredients, you’d think organic food companies wouldn’t have a problem with labeling foods that conta

Did Japan hit the rare earth elements jackpot? Scientists have found undersea mud off the coast that could be packed with elements like yttrium, cerium and pras

Tuesday, Jan. 28 marked the 28th anniversary of the destruction of the space shuttle Challenger and loss of the crew.

Chesapeake Energy, which has one of the largest natural gas recovery operations in the country, halts all fracking in the state after a spill on the eve of the

More than 12 miles of Louisiana coast have been closed to fishing following the discovery of tar balls and other toxins.

Yes, you read that right.

UPDATE: Van Jones clears up the 'green czar' buzz.

If you suffer from specific conditions, you might want to look at changing the position you fall asleep in.

A giant crater on Mars may have been able to support microbial life for millions of years in the ancient past.

NASA's Curiosity rover is continuing to help scientists piece together the mystery of how Mars lost its surface water over the course of billions of years.

NASA's Mars rover Curiosity has found a new route to some interesting rocks after its original path proved too difficult to traverse.

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

Scientists have found a 'world-class' helium gas field in East Africa. That's a big deal, and not just because squeaky voices are funny.

Two companies, both with ties to Denmark, produce low-cost enzymes that can greatly reduce the cost of environmentally friendly biofuels made from agricultural

In an attempt to appease Iowa corn farmers, the sometime-frontrunner mires himself in controversy.

An interesting new prefab in Australia is described as being "Carbon Positive," but what does that mean?

When you buy these presents, stocking stuffers and hostess gifts, you're also giving to charity.

In an effort to reduce its carbon footprint, UPS is working with Utilimaster and Isuzu to test a new prototype delivery vehicle.

The U.S. has become the pre-eminent blocker to this year's UN climate negotiations, but new scientific analysis and a growing civil society movement could force

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.

If you're thinking about a career move, a fun new tool from the New York Times can offer some interesting ideas and suggestions.

Earth lost 39 million acres of tropical tree cover in 2017. That's like losing 40 football fields full of trees every minute for a year.

Recent studies by two teams of U.S. physicists who are also on the hunt for the elusive Higgs boson (sometimes referred to as the "God particle") reinforced the

Leading coral reef ecologist Jeremy Jackson speaks at TED about the havoc humanity is wreaking on the ocean.

The collision between these stars in 2083 will be impossible to miss.

Millions of bottle deposits go unclaimed in the exceptionally tidy Danish capital each year.

When you make room for the new, make sure you're responsible about disposing the old.

These days, everyone is taking more responsibility for the choices they make.

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New findings show that microbes present in biodiesel cause reactions that weaken the steel in fuel storage tanks.

Tokyo, May 7 (Montreal, May 6), 2020 – Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) (TOKYO:7011) and Bombardier Inc. (Bombardier) (TSX: BBD.B) of Canada have agreed that all closing conditions have been met and the transaction pertaining to the acquisition of Canadair Regional Jet (CRJ) Program will close on June 1, 2020. The Program will be operated under the newly created group entities of MHI RJ Aviation Group (MHIRJ) and will commence upon closing.

The explosion detected in a galaxy 390 million light-years from Earth was 5 times more energetic than anything seen before, but it's no Big Bang.

Data can help us understand some of the many ways the human body reacts to this virus and the next one.

Panorama gives viewers a glimpse of the geological landmarks in Curiosity's vicinity, including the Gale Crater Rim, Upper Mount Sharp and the Murray Buttes.

She replaces Nick Amin who is set to move from his role as group chief operations and IT officer to supporting work on the firm’s strategic review in Asia.

Some people find it hard to stick to diets and consistently fail to lose weight. They try nearly every kind of new dieting idea that comes along hoping that one of them would finally work, but the miracle never happens.

What should you consider when choosing an affiliate program? You need to think about two key things: what business are you in and what can the affiliate program provide to your customers.

Something that is very important for you to take into consideration when purchasing or refinancing your home is the closing costs.

The Christmas tree has long been the focal point of our holiday celebrations. If you prefer a real tree, selecting the tree is just as important as decorating the tree. Learn some quick and handy tips for choosing the perfect tree to adorn your home.

The most commonly asked question you will hear when your friends and family are informed of your engagement is "When is the wedding?"

This article discusses Atherosclerosis (narrowing of blood vessels) due to heavy metal poisoning and its treatment through chelation. Also, explains the factors based on which the chelating agents work.

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