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Renewable energy jobs have almost doubled in past five years

The rise of clean energy jobs is outpacing the loss of fossil fuel ones.




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Me to We Tees Promote International Development

There are lots of eco-tees out there today, we'll admit it. The tees designed by Me to We clothing have improved on the design of most eco-tees in that they fit better because they are cut longer and larger than your standard




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South Asian Monsoon Rains Could Be Delayed, Decrease In Intensity Due to Climate Change

As if melting Himalayan glaciers weren't enough to radically (and perhaps catastrophically) reshape water supply in South Asia, a new report from researchers at Purdue University shows that summer monsoons could be




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Spiders Fleeing Floods Build Mosquito Buffet in Trees

When heavy rains caused rivers to overflow and flood parts of Pakistan last year, it set into motion a surprisingly complex chain of events that scientists are only now beginning to understand -- and which may have




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As Pakistan Powers Down, Protests Mount: Climate Change A Root Cause

After Pakistan's extensive hydroelectric power resources dried up in 2008, Australian coal was marketed to satisfy the growing power consumption




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Southern Pakistan Hit By Worst Floods in Living Memory

If you thought the flooding in the northeast in the wake of Hurricane Irene and subsequent storms dropping heavy rain, thank your lucky stars you're not in Pakistan. In a repeat of last summer, the nation is again in the grips of catastrophic flooding,




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Photo: Triumphant monarch feeds on the ironweed

Our photo of the day comes from northern Illinois.




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Energy News Recap: Illegal Nuclear Power Subsidies, Geothermal Power From Volcanoes, More

Energy policy and energy use are not forces of nature beyond our control. It's all about choices; different choices set us off on different paths, but don't prevent us from switching course.




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Ask the Experts: Why Hasn't the US Tapped Into Its Geothermal Power Potential More?

With the abundant geothermal potential of the United States, what are the biggest barriers to tapping into that renewable energy source? Leslie Blodgett of Geothermal Energy Weekly answers.




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Energy News: BP Oil Spill Woes Continue, Resurface; Kenya's Geothermal Power Doubles; More

Plus... Shell announces first carbon capture project in the Alberta Tar Sands; Arctic oil and natural gas's high cost to limit their global share.




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The Week in Animal News: Miracle Pando Poo Tea, Another Rhino Species Officially Extinct, and More

Can panda poo prevent cancer? We also have sad rhino news, fish lawnmowers, and more.




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4 Health benefits of chamomile

Chamomile is one of the oldest and most popular medicinal herbs, but it has also become one of the best studied.




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8 ways to spice up your morning coffee or tea

Take an average cup of coffee or tea to a new tasty level with these quick, easy additions.




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8 reasons why you should drink more tea

Time to move over, coffee. Tea is making a comeback for a number of very good reasons.




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Super Monster Wolf is a crop-saving demon robot

The solar powered lupine menace has proven so successful at scaring away wild boar from Japanese farms that it’s going into mass production.




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Forget decluttering; here is a house designed around stuff and more stuff

Yo Shimada designs a house for a family that believes if you've got it, flaunt it.




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Kakeibo: a life-changing method for saving money

This Japanese approach to managing household spending may be over 100 years old, but it's as relevant as ever.




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There are lessons to be learned from these soulful snow monkeys (video)

Watch these beautiful Japanese macaques at Wild Snow Monkey Park who have truly mastered the fine art of relaxation.




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Japan's confused cherry blossoms are blooming 6 months early

Because of the weather, some of the country's famed cherry trees are having a surprise autumn bloom instead of in spring.




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California Court Overturns Order to Destroy GMO Beets

It seems that GMOs are again steamrolling their way through our legal system. Back in December it seemed there may be a light at the end of the tunnel when a federal judge ordered that 258 acres of genetically modified sugar




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10 Sustainable Garden Products for a More Earth-Friendly Garden

Can your garden be kinder to the earth? From the materials your raised beds are built from to the fertilizers you use, there's room for improvement to achieve an earth-friendly garden




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Materials Monday looks at Shou Sugi Ban

This traditional Japanese method of finishing wood is having a dramatic resurgence.




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Montainer makes shipping container architecture easy

You are not just buying a box but a full service design/build package. Could this take container architecture mainstream?




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'Big Bertha' is modern school bus conversion that's home to family of 5 (Video)

Find out why one family found living on a renovated bus to be an appealing tiny-house-on-wheels alternative.




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This small apartment building in Seattle could be a model for solving our housing and energy crises

Passive House multifamily buildings use almost no energy and don't cost much more than conventional buildings. They should be everywhere.




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Designers Create a "More Efficient" Chainless Bike

Photo via StringBike The Bike, Unchained A group of designers in Hungary have done away with what has long been a staple of bicycle design, those oily old chains, with their creation, the StringBike. Instead of being propelled forward the traditional




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The Week in Pictures: Toxic Industrial Sludge Covers Hungarian Villages, Solar Panels on the White House, and More (Slideshow)

A state of emergency has been declared in Hungary where four people are dead, 120 injured and six missing as torrents of red toxic sludge, the byproduct of bauxite refining for aluminum, burst from a containment pond and poured through six villages in




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The latest in multi-modal transportation: The Belt Scooter

Hold on to your pants as we show you how to solve the last mile problem.




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23 laundry tips to save money and lessen your impact

Washing and drying clothes can take a toll on your wallet and the planet – these easy tips make it better.




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UN's new recipe contest encourages people to cook more sustainably

Each month presents a new culinary challenge. Submit an entry and you could win a trip to Spain.




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Multifunctional NOOK is modern single bed that adapts to your needs (Video)

Optional add-ons like desks, drawers, cabinets, trundle beds and even bike racks make this single bed a place to work, play, rest and relax.




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Modular Drop Box is a prefab portable suite for stays in nature

This compact, wood-clad cabin is made as a comfortable eco-hotel suite in natural settings.




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Spain has more pigs than people

And with that comes real fear for the environment.




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Weekend Movies in Review: Superbad and The 11th Hour

So if you’re anything like me, you’ve been waiting as patiently as you could for Aug 17. Last Friday was the opening weekend for two highly anticipated films: Superbad starring Jonah Hill, Michael Cera & Seth Rogen, and The 11th Hour directed by




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Leonardo DiCaprio or Brad Pitt: Who's the More Timely Eco-Hunk? Plus Mickey Rourke Fights Again!

Leonardo DiCaprio lost the Golden Globe, but he's always a winner on the green activist front. The eco-champ has signed on to be the celebrity face of watchmaker TAG Heuer. Replacing fellow eco-hunk Brad Pitt. But, Leo isn't pocketing a cent of his




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Leonardo DiCaprio's Green Oscar, Salma Hayek's Got Milk, and More

My favorite eco-star might of gotten snubbed by Oscar, but Leo's enivormental work gets a green prize. The actor/activist was honored with the International Green Film Award by Soviet President Mikhail Gorbachev at the




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Leonardo DiCaprio Is Kids' Green Hero, Nicole Richie Taps Into Charity, and More

Photo via I Watch Stuff Leonardo DiCaprio is already a favorite with eco-minded like gals, like myself! Now the next generation are digging Leo and his big green heart. This Saturdays Nickelodeon's Kids' Choice Awards will honor the actor/activist with




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Leonardo DiCaprio's Timely Campaign, Paul McCartney's Green Family Affair, and More

Eco-hunk Leonardo DiCaprio is the new face of TAG Heuer Carrera watch. A gig formely held by fellow greenie, Brad Pitt. But, so long Brad and hello Leo! Ecorazzi posted the first shot of his soon to be released ad campaign. The green




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Ecorazzi on DiCaprio + Van Jones, Worldchanging Interviews Wangari Maathai, Chevron Toxico, and More

Chevron Toxico: Chevron Produces Phony Online News Coverage to Spread Misinformation about Ecuador Disaster "To promote a misinformation campaign about its role in the oil contamination of a pristine area of the rainforest in Ecuador, Chevron recently




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Leonardo DiCaprio's Big Green Heart, Beyonce's Fashion Excess, and more

Ok, so this isn't a true green item. But, kudo's to my favorite eco-celeb, Leonardo DiCaprio for his consistent give-back spirit. Leo and Kate Winslet returned to their Titanic roots to help out the ship's one remaining




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Leo's most important role yet? DiCaprio pledges $7 million to ocean conservation projects

This is DiCaprio going back to his first love, in a way, as before becoming an actor, he thought about becoming a marine biologist.




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Sleeping octopus's changing camouflage narrates her dream (video)

Watch a remarkable clip of Heidi the octopus as she sleeps and dreams – from the new PBS series, Octopus: Making Contact.




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Green Gift Guide for Mother's Day

Let's face it: One day a year is not nearly enough to thank your mom for everything she's done for you. But you can try -- and the gifts on these pages will make it just that much easier to show her your appreciation. And if you still haven't found that p




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Green Gift Guide for Mother's Day (Slideshow)

You can't put a price on all mom has done for you -- but you can try to show your gratitude with one of these eco-friendly gifts. All are as good to Mother Earth as they will be to your own momma. From classic -- like




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Snoop Dogg Publishes 'Smokable' Songbook of His Greatest Hits

Snoop Dogg publishes eco-friendly, promotional book of lyrics to his chart-topping hits that you can smoke.




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Will Vermont move forward with commercial hemp?

Mat McDermott, now writing at Motherboard, has an interview with Vermont Representative Teo Zagar about about the progress that state has made in moving towards commercial hemp production.




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How to make apples last (almost) forever

No more excuses for soft, moldy apples in your fruit bowl!




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STUDIO-E shows there's more to green building than just saving energy

Air quality, choice of materials and finishes are also concerns in this house in Oregon.




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Couple's mortgage-free lifestyle includes a van conversion & garage as home (Video)

This couple have found a balance between financial security and freedom, by renting out their house, living out of their renovated garage, and traveling in their van conversion.




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ETSY Employees Haul 600lb of Compostables Each Month By Bike

Taking responsibility for their own waste, ETSY team members haul biodegradable trash to their local community farm by cargo bike.