vi Feeling blue? This sunset-mimicking LED bulb alleviates sleep-related health woes By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 16 May 2014 16:25:35 +0000 In addition to minimizing melatonin-suppressing blue light, the Drift bulb has another health-benefitting trick up its sleeve ... Full Article Gadgets & Electronics
vi GE joins smart LED race with 'commercially viable' Link bulb By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 01 Jul 2014 21:15:51 +0000 Although not the flashiest thing on the block, GE unveils a WiFi-connected LED bulb with a more agreeable price point than its peers. Full Article Gadgets & Electronics
vi Why a shoelace Kickstarter is going viral By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 20 Nov 2013 23:11:17 +0000 The shoelace Bluelace Project reached its $25,000 Kickstarter goal in a mere 10 hours. Full Article Sustainable Business Practices
vi Designer Vivienne Westwood opts for quality over quantity By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 12 Feb 2014 21:44:51 +0000 "Buy less, choose well, make it last," says the iconic designer. Full Article Natural Beauty & Fashion
vi Love yourself: A body (image) makeover for women (videos) By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 14 Feb 2014 23:39:22 +0000 Women athletes, working women, and artists are all getting in on the ongoing discussion of women's bodies in the media. Full Article Natural Beauty & Fashion
vi 10 laundry tips that won't stain the environment By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 29 Sep 2016 16:16:59 +0000 Just a few simple changes in your laundry routine can make a big difference, and you already have many of the best natural laundry products in your pantry. Full Article At Home
vi L.L. Bean revises its legendary return policy By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 09 Feb 2018 21:43:01 +0000 Citing increasing abuses of their return policy, L.L. Bean has updated its lifetime guarantee policy. Full Article Personal Finance
vi Beaulieu and the environment By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 20 Jul 2011 16:49:04 +0000 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 Full Article Sustainable Business Practices
vi Ray Anderson, noted environmentalist, passes away at 77 By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 09 Aug 2011 02:13:03 +0000 CEO of Interface and author of 'Confessions of a Radical Industrialist' leaves an eco-legacy. Full Article Sustainable Business Practices
vi Environmentally-friendly flooring By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 10 Aug 2011 15:39:17 +0000 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 Full Article At Home
vi We tested it: Vinegar as a carpet cleaner By www.networx.com Published On :: Tue, 03 Sep 2013 20:30:44 +0000 It turns out that the technique is just as important as the cleaning agent. Full Article At Home
vi Josh Dorfman: The anything but Lazy Environmentalist By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sun, 08 May 2011 12:47:59 +0000 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. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
vi Jeffrey Davis is the strongest guy in green By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 13 May 2011 19:00:46 +0000 Writer, media entrepreneur, environmentalist, and personal trainer Jeffrey Davis wants to make going green accessible for all. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
vi David and Morgan Surkin are masters of the art of play By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 15 Jun 2011 02:45:59 +0000 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 Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
vi In their own words: 16 questions for the visionaries By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sun, 24 Jul 2011 19:58:51 +0000 What does real sustainability look like? What's the best way for renters to get in on the efficiency game? What's for supper? Full Article Wilderness & Resources
vi TEDxDirigo interviews: John Rooks of The SOAP Group By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sun, 18 Sep 2011 14:33:15 +0000 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. Full Article Arts & Culture
vi The owner of Mary's Gone Crackers shares her story and advice By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 04 Nov 2011 18:48:51 +0000 With her delicious and healthy products in the store, Mary Waldner shares her rise to success, how she eats at home, and advice to us all in how to enjoy a heal Full Article Sustainable Business Practices
vi Meet Diane MacEachern: Mother, mentor, author and activist By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 14 Mar 2012 13:30:19 +0000 Green mom blogger Diane MacEachern shares her thoughts on picket lines, the state of U.S. politics and how to create a better quality of life. Full Article Responsible Living
vi Get inspired: Passionate rain forest activist Beth Doane By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 05 May 2012 16:30:05 +0000 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 Full Article Responsible Living
vi A family affair: Q&A with Eco-Me's Robin Kay Levine By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 11 Jun 2012 12:50:55 +0000 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 Full Article At Home
vi Meet Tom Angell, drug policy reform activist and founder of Marijuana Majority By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 06 Feb 2013 22:31:57 +0000 Interview with drug policy reform activist Tom Angell, founder of Marijuana Majority. Full Article Politics
vi EcoSnoop on polluters via iPhone By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 29 Dec 2009 06:25:41 +0000 EcoSnoop starts a new class of vigilante green apps for the iPhone. Now you can report neighborhood polluters. Full Article Gadgets & Electronics
vi A view of the galaxy, free from light pollution By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 20 Sep 2010 12:42:36 +0000 Light pollution steals from us the view of the universe in which we live. Check out this beautiful photograph taken high in the Sierra Nevada of an unblemished Full Article Wilderness & Resources
vi Astronomy village keeps residents in the dark By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 10 Nov 2010 14:59:27 +0000 Sky gazers carve out a spot in rural Georgia where the lights won't bother them. Full Article Space
vi Crazy time-lapse video captures 360-degree night sky By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 20 Jun 2014 13:16:28 +0000 Michigan photographer Vincent Brady offers a stirring time-lapse tribute to the unpolluted night sky — all 360 degrees of it. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
vi Is the extinction of print cookbooks inevitable? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 18 Jun 2012 21:23:24 +0000 Cookbook sales are still strong, but as more cooks embrace websites and apps, cookbooks could be in danger of going the way of other print mediums. Full Article Recipes
vi Sam Sifton's 'Thanksgiving: How to Cook it Well' is $1.99 for Kindle or Nook By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sun, 24 Nov 2013 17:56:33 +0000 Guide to pulling off a traditional Thanksgiving dinner with style from the former New York Times restaurant critic is a bargain. Full Article Recipes
vi How to survive in the woods with only a smartphone By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 23 Oct 2013 20:53:37 +0000 Lost in the woods? Stuck in the wild? These 8 handy smartphone apps will help you survive in the wilderness. Full Article Protection & Safety
vi Turn your smartphone into night vision goggles with Snooperscope By www.laptopmag.com Published On :: Thu, 19 Dec 2013 18:33:59 +0000 The wireless camera attaches to your mobile device and provides a clear view — even through water and ink — for taking photos or recording video. Full Article Gadgets & Electronics
vi Why that FarmVille rabbit looks like Natalie Portman By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 17 Apr 2014 14:32:19 +0000 On the occasion of the new mobile launch, we talked to the FarmVille animators about how the country critters come to (virtual) life. Full Article Gadgets & Electronics
vi Five apps for grocery savings during the holidays By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 20 Nov 2014 20:17:49 +0000 These apps work in conjunction with store sales and printed coupons to help you make the most out of your holiday grocery budget. Full Article Personal Finance
vi Plonk app helps wine novices make informed choices By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 12 Jan 2015 17:41:25 +0000 If you’re unfamiliar with grape varieties like Assyrtiko, this app will teach you the basics, including pronunciations. Full Article Beverages
vi Allure of connectivity boosts public transit By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 11 Sep 2015 12:52:20 +0000 Transit use is going up as people prefer using their smartphones to driving. Full Article Gadgets & Electronics
vi Is the smartphone driving us apart? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 29 Sep 2015 13:01:10 +0000 Sherry Turkle says we are losing our capacity for empathy, and our ability to carry on a conversation. Full Article Gadgets & Electronics
vi David All and the dark side of social media By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:52:48 +0000 Introducing Karl Rove 2.0 and his new post-propaganda 'astroturfing' industry that funnels oil money into fake grassroots organizations. His goal? Stop climate Full Article Computers
vi Danish bicycle activists win $200 million upgrade By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 06 Oct 2009 21:48:25 +0000 Day 1 in Copenhagen: despite massive jet lag, we had a fun bike tour of the city that proved a revelation in bike-centered city planning. 37% of all commuters u Full Article Research & Innovations
vi What Carmageddon taught us about behavioral economics By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 20 Jul 2011 14:51:10 +0000 It was supposed to be Carmageddon in L.A., but instead the two-day closure of the busiest freeway in Los Angeles reiterated a timeless lesson about cars: We los Full Article Transportation
vi New Google Maps for mobile features Zagat reviews and new offers By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 15 May 2013 20:00:01 +0000 Android and iOS users alike will benefit from a redesigned Google Maps app that will include ratings, deals and an incident reporting feature. Full Article Gadgets & Electronics
vi Dad cuts commute, joint-custody shuffle with downsized digs [Video] By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 04 Jun 2013 20:54:16 +0000 A California man buys a live/work townhome next to his ex-wife and cuts a hole through the wall to ease his family's carbon-intensive joint custody situation. Full Article Remodeling & Design
vi Should you hide your tattoos when you interview for a job? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 25 Jan 2016 14:07:58 +0000 Your answer might depend on where you work, but generally, it's more OK than ever to flaunt your ink. Full Article Natural Beauty & Fashion
vi What if you could earn a bonus for not living in a crazy expensive city? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 27 Mar 2017 11:14:42 +0000 One San Francisco-based tech company is offering a $10K option to those who move away from the city. Full Article Personal Finance
vi 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
vi Maya Penn: Teen designer, entrepreneur, and activist By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 04 Feb 2014 13:00:04 +0000 This 13-year-old fashion designer, cartoon animator, and activist is committed to making eco-savvy clothing that gives back. Full Article Natural Beauty & Fashion
vi Teen activist campaigns for gender-neutral toys By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 19 Feb 2014 11:32:22 +0000 McKenna Pope shares her thoughts on convincing Hasbro to change the design of the Easy Bake Oven. Full Article Family Activities
vi 13-year-old Masai boy invents device to help his community live in peace with the lions By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 22 Aug 2014 12:00:03 +0000 Richard Turere's solar-powered invention safely scares lions away from his family's cattle. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
vi Marine artist Wyland encourages kids to connect with the environment through art By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 10 Feb 2015 15:38:57 +0000 Wyland Foundation's National Art Contest helps kids think about how they can protect the oceans. Full Article Arts & Culture
vi Teen's video honored with Breakthrough Prize By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 09 Nov 2015 17:43:20 +0000 18-year-old Ryan Chester joins 13 scientists feted at the 2015 Breakthrough Awards. Full Article Research & Innovations
vi 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
vi Teen scientists make health, environmental breakthroughs By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 18 Mar 2016 11:59:43 +0000 Three high schoolers each took home $150,000 at Intel Science Talent Search. Full Article Research & Innovations
vi 11-year-old invents better lead-detecting device By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 30 Oct 2017 20:03:46 +0000 Gitanjali Rao saw that the current options for testing lead were slow and unreliable, and decided to do something about it. Full Article Responsible Living