Judging workers' value by time spent at a desk hurts working moms — and companies' bottom lines. Flex time could fix it.

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

92 countries lack a national policy that grants fathers paid paternity leave, including the United States.

From saving dogs to cleaning up plastic, these were the stories that revealed some of the good happening in the world.

Virginia school system celebrates the students who are heading for careers instead of going to college.

Vivienne Harr ran a lemonade stand for 365 days straight to help end child slavery. And she's not done yet.

This EarthEcho Expedition takes an in-depth look at dead zones in the Chesapeake Bay — and hopes to get kids involved in finding the answer.

Celebrate Ada Lovelace Day with this story about a young teen shining in her STEM field.

Matthew Kaplan searched for a way to use peer pressure for good after seeing his own little brother get bullied in middle school.

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

The Buddy Bench is designed to foster friendships and prevent the blues at playtime.

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

Millennials have grown up with gadgets, yet they are more likely than older adults to say that a lot of important info is not available on the Internet.

From cleaning up the oceans to finding safer ways to save people after a natural disaster, these kids have big ideas to improve our world.

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.

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

The project will utilize a 2,000-meter barrier, making it the largest floating structure ever deployed in the ocean.

Hailey Fort also grows food and is fundraising to buy coats and other supplies to help those in need.

A portion of sales from the new toy line will be donated to UNICEF and Save the Children.

18-year-old Ryan Chester joins 13 scientists feted at the 2015 Breakthrough Awards.

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

Robbie Bond wants to inspire kids and their families to protect our national lands.

Kimbal Musk, an investor, philanthropist and chef, has taken his nonprofit Kitchen Community national and renamed it Big Green.

Amber Yang is on a mission to create a better way to track space debris and prevent collisions in the Earth's atmosphere.

Soothe baby's sore gums without toxic tablets, gels and plastic teethers.

Skip the plastic toys and try these creative ideas.

What will happen if we pass a carbon tax or regulate carbon emissions more? Won't my bills go up?

The fastest and best explanation of Cap & Trade ever.

Grist's David Roberts thinks Annie Leonard doesn't really understand the real Story of Cap & Trade.

Will congress study for its final exam, or will it revert to be bad habits and hope for best?

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

Tea Party candidate has lots of followers on her website, but a few searches on the revamped site reveals little about issues.

Just a week after the West Virginia Governor shot a bullet through the cap and trade bill he has pulled way ahead in the polls.

Drilling in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge was one of the few mentions of energy policy during the latest Alaska U.S. Senate Debate.

One climate change skeptic says derailing the EPA's plans to regulate carbon emissions should be a priority for Congress.

The newly elected senator is having a tough time getting on committees after taking 'dead aim' at the cap-and-trade bill during the campaign season.

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

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

Bill Richardson says the terrorist's death gives President Obama an opportunity to tackle one of the most contentious issues in Washington.

Newt Gingrich may be controversial, but he's also outspoken. (So at least you know where he stands.)

Tim Pawlenty, the former Minnesota governor, is perhaps the greenest Republican candidate running for president, but he was once even greener.

The latest Republican to officially jump into the presidential race has a history of speaking out on energy and environmental policy.

The latest Republican to seek the presidency has a clear environmental record.

The former Utah governor and U.S. ambassador to China looks like the greenest Republican in the presidential race — and perhaps the most interesting.

The former CEO-turned-presidential candidate has unique views on energy and environmental policy.

The Texas governor has a clear environmental platform — whether you like it or not is a different story.

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A bout of housebound hibernation just wouldn't be complete without a chill-busting throw blanket made from natural materials

Here's a few notable, eco-friendly distractions for antsy pets forced to spend more time indoors due to cruddy weather.

Winter outerwear pile spiraling out of control? Before hunkering down, keep organized by stashing your cold weather gear on an eye-catching rack or hook.