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13-year-old Masai boy invents device to help his community live in peace with the lions

Richard Turere's solar-powered invention safely scares lions away from his family's cattle.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Millennials' relationship with books and information

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.




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It's official: Girl Scouts can sell their cookies online

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.




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Girl helps rebuild family's home with lemonade stand

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




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Boyan Slat's Ocean Cleanup Project to launch in 2016

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



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Kids' drawings spring to life as IKEA toys

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




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Teen's video honored with Breakthrough Prize

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



  • Research & Innovations

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Girl wins prestigious fellowship to build robots, all to make the streets of Paris 'happy again'

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




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This 10-year-old is speaking up for America's national parks

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



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Kimbal Musk's garden dream is growing

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



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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Meet the teen who's cleaning up space junk

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




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4 natural ways to relieve baby's teething pain

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




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15 Easter egg fillers that won't go to waste

Skip the plastic toys and try these creative ideas.




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Won't a carbon tax raise my power bills? 12/14/2008

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




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EcoGeek's explanation of Cap & Trade

The fastest and best explanation of Cap & Trade ever.



  • Gadgets & Electronics

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Grist goes off on Annie Leonard's Story of Cap & Trade

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




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Week of hard choices may decide energy bill's fate

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




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Tea Party candidates Paladino and O'Donnell win with anti-environment platforms

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




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O'Donnell site offers little about energy issues

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




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Manchin's assault on the EPA is working

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.




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'Earmarks for ANWR!' says Alaska's Tea Party candidate

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




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Conservative says Obama on 'jihad' against greenhouse gases

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




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Manchin's gunslinging comes with some kickback

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.




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Arizona's Giffords known as environmental advocate

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




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Sen. Bingaman's departure means more uncertainty for the environment

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




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Bin Laden's death could mean second life for cap-and-trade

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




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Newt Gingrich's environmental scorecard

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




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For Pawlenty, it's not easy being green

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




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Mitt Romney's environmental record

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




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Michele Bachmann's environmental record

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




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Jon Huntsman's 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.




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Herman Cain's environmental record

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




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Rick Perry's environmental record

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




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13 great, green calendars for '13

Quick! Before all the good 2013 calendars sell out and you're forced to decide between either 'Pooped Puppies' or 'Auto Body Hotties'! For your consideration, 1




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Throw blankets: Hiber-Nation '13

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




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Super Green Bowls 2013

Guac. Check. Veggie chili. Check. What's missing? A few eco-friendly bowls to serve your Super Bowl party grub in, of course.




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Pet playthings: Hiber-Nation '13

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




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Coat racks and hooks: Hiber-Nation '13

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.




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Indoor gardening kits: Hiber-Nation '13

The next time a massive winter storm rolls around, keep dormant green thumbs busy with an indoor veggie or herb garden.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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Spa day: Hiber-Nation '13

With springtime finally in sight, it's time to start thinking about dusting off the cobwebs of winter with the help of at-home spa goodies.




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The house bunny: Easter '13 edition

It's time to break out the contraband Kinder eggs and get decorating with these handmade and eco-friendly Easter/springtime decor picks.




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Green home goodies for National Bike Month '13

With National Bike Month just around the corner, behold 10 cycle-centric items for around the house ranging from bowls to wall-mounted bottle openers.



  • Remodeling & Design

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Weaver's Organic Blend makes a really great cup of coffee

This artisan, certified organic, Fair Trade coffee is one of the best our food blogger has had in her home.




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High camp: 13 must-haves for the Great Backyard American Campout '13

Plan on roughing it as part of the Great American Backyard Campout later this month? Don't leave behind your flask, flashlight.




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All 'Merican: Independence Day entertaining gear from the AMDC

Aadd a dash of homegrown design to your Fourth of July blowout with items designed and/or sold by members of the American Design Club.



  • Remodeling & Design

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Meet the entrepreneur who's betting you'll eat bugs

Harman Johar is an entomologist and businessman who believes this acquired taste is sensible, stylish and sustainable.




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Shark Week '13: Home decor feeding time

With Shark Week 2013 looming on the horizon, it's a fine time to invest in apex predator-themed home decor.



  • Remodeling & Design

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Going beyond the dorm: 2013 edition

Are you (or is your baby) heading off to college soon? Consider these 12 unique and useful items




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10 items you didn't know were made in America

In honor of American Made Matters Day, we rounded up 10 products manufactured in the U.S.




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Diapers made from jellyfish? Researchers say it's a cleaner, more efficient option

Diapers made from jellyfish biodegrade in less than 30 days and soak up twice the mess.



  • Babies & Pregnancy