science and technology Behold the unique beauty of a real desert oasis By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 12 May 2017 15:07:59 +0000 California's Anza-Borrego Desert State Park is home to a natural desert oasis, complete with huge palm trees and gravel-bottom wading pools. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
science and technology French beaches overrun with odd, yellow blobs By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 21 Jul 2017 17:52:00 +0000 The beaches of France have been invaded by yellow, sponge-like balls that may be illegally dumped paraffin. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
science and technology America spent a fortune on the solar eclipse — and it was worth every penny By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 22 Aug 2017 16:16:24 +0000 American employers may have paid a steep price for the eclipse, but it was just what the nation needed. Full Article Green Workplace
science and technology How sustainable will the Winter Olympics be? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 12 Jan 2018 19:15:34 +0000 Olympics officials are trying to make February's Winter Games in Korea one of the most environmentally friendly gatherings ever. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
science and technology How to help your houseplants this winter By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 17 Jan 2018 14:54:51 +0000 Short, dry days with no sunlight and cold temperatures? You can nurse your houseplants through the perils of winter with some simple care and attention. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
science and technology America's love-hate history with trees By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sun, 18 Mar 2018 14:44:41 +0000 From the earliest efforts at clear-cutting to our continued assault on national lands, we love our forests ... even as we continue to put the squeeze on them. Full Article Guest Columnist
science and technology Teen replants mangroves trampled by hurricane By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 10 Apr 2018 17:48:11 +0000 After Hurricane Irma ravaged Florida, a Miami teen saved hundreds of mangroves and replanted them as protection for animals and humans from future storms. Full Article Responsible Living
science and technology What climate change means for New England's maple trees By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 02 May 2018 15:23:34 +0000 Trees in Vermont and New Hampshire are becoming stressed and are producing less syrup. Full Article Climate & Weather
science and technology Your daily dose of turmeric, now in a cordial By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 16 May 2018 21:40:54 +0000 New Hampshire distillery Tamworth turns the healthy spice into a tribute to Alexander Von Humboldt, the "forgotten father of environmentalism." Full Article Beverages
science and technology Stewart Brand's idea of a 'Whole Earth' changed our world (and he's not done yet) By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 30 Jun 2018 16:42:58 +0000 Stewart Brand, creator of the Whole Earth Catalog, helped shape the future we live in now. Full Article Arts & Culture
science and technology 8 ways to green your lunch habits By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 02 Jul 2018 17:57:38 +0000 From what you eat to where you eat it, here's how to help the planet on your lunch break. Full Article Responsible Living
science and technology What you need to know about palm oil By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 14 Aug 2018 15:30:05 +0000 Palm oil's effect on the environment and the people directly and indirectly involved with its creation is detrimental. Here are some of the issues. Full Article Healthy Eating
science and technology Millions of environmentalists are registered to vote in the U.S. but don't. What if they did? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 24 Sep 2018 14:20:36 +0000 The Environmental Voter Project has a plan to awaken a sleeping giant in American politics. Full Article Politics
science and technology How to be a good citizen on the hiking trail By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 02 Jan 2019 15:03:54 +0000 When you're out on the trail, a little etiquette can take you a long way. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
science and technology How to celebrate the New Year for Trees By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 18 Jan 2019 15:14:42 +0000 One Israeli winery wants to highlight Tu Bishvat, an environmentally focused holiday, so everyone can celebrate. Full Article Beverages
science and technology How to be a zero-waste grocery shopper By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sun, 24 Feb 2019 14:07:12 +0000 These tips will help you make a trip to any type of grocery store as zero-waste as possible. Full Article Healthy Eating
science and technology 10 Ways to Conserve Money, Time and Energy Around the House By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 08 May 2019 18:54:15 +0000 Being eco-conscious doesn’t have to stress you out or stretch your budget. Learn how to be kind to the earth while also enjoying life. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
science and technology 13 stunning images that amplify the impacts of climate change By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 27 Sep 2019 12:28:03 +0000 CIWEM Environmental Photographer of the Year contest captures how humanity is coping with climate change. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
science and technology Climate Counts releases 2011 updates By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 07 Dec 2010 19:32:30 +0000 The Climate Counts 2010-2011 Company Scorecard is now available. Full Article Sustainable Business Practices
science and technology Obama making life hard on greens By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 13 Dec 2010 15:19:28 +0000 The EPA is punting on two more big decisions, making it a tough year for anyone who votes the environment. Full Article Politics
science and technology 'A Force For Nature': A Green history lesson By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 22 Jan 2011 01:50:53 +0000 NRDC founder John H. Adams details the history of the environmental nonprofit -- and the modern environmental movement. Full Article Arts & Culture
science and technology In the persuasion game, beware the backfire effect By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 05 May 2011 13:39:15 +0000 For a generation, activists have built their protest movement on the scientific facts of climate change. But the facts of another kind of science — neuroscien Full Article Climate & Weather
science and technology Climate scientists unveil new communications tool: Hip hop By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 17 May 2011 14:14:11 +0000 In a goofy, profane, self-mocking rap video, a handful of young Australian climate scientists preach an inconvenient truth: There are two few scientists at the Full Article Climate & Weather
science and technology Ted Turner says Obama should have put energy first By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 24 May 2011 16:24:59 +0000 Media mogul offers to lobby at no charge in support of wind power. Full Article Politics
science and technology Why climate policy is stuck in neutral By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 03 Jun 2011 20:48:24 +0000 An economist and an ambassador to a petroleum-rich country talk about the current state of climate policy in the United States. Full Article Politics
science and technology Why Weiner's resignation is bad for the environment By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 16 Jun 2011 20:40:22 +0000 The now former congressman leaves behind a lengthy pro-environment record. Full Article Politics
science and technology Low profile Supreme Court case could be big problems for planet By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 24 Jun 2011 16:08:23 +0000 Because of the contentious nature of the Senate, the Supreme Court's ruling that there is not a "parallel track" for climate policy paves the way for a Washingt Full Article Politics
science and technology My coal-themed encounter with Mitt Romney By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 22 Jul 2011 16:15:44 +0000 At a campaign stop, retired environmentalist Anthony Samsel asked Mitt Romney a question about coal-fired power plants. Romney's response surprised him. Full Article Guest Columnist
science and technology Debt ceiling debate raises environmental concerns By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 25 Jul 2011 18:18:16 +0000 Spending cuts are the talk of Washington these days. Some are looking to make big political gains with cuts that won't create measurable savings. Full Article Politics
science and technology Why Obama is losing environmentalists By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 06 Sep 2011 20:42:33 +0000 The White House is taking a political risk: Spurn environmentalists enough times, and they might return the favor. Full Article Politics
science and technology Climate conspiracy hoax revealed! By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 08 Sep 2011 20:15:37 +0000 As GOP presidential hopefuls sound the alarm on the global warming hoax, we've uncovered the smoking gun: irrefutable proof, backed by flawless logic, that clim Full Article Climate & Weather
science and technology Leaked report confirms climate change and extreme weather connection By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 03 Nov 2011 02:28:58 +0000 A new IPCC report is about to come out that proves what we all know already -- there is most definitely a connection between climate change and extreme weather. Full Article Climate & Weather
science and technology If beating climate change is the goal, does motivation matter? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 08 Nov 2011 21:14:58 +0000 Worried about input costs, beer titan Molson Coors went green mainly to save green. If the end result - less waste - is to the planet's benefit, why should we c Full Article Sustainable Business Practices
science and technology Cartoon spoofs Canada's Kyoto pullout By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 13 Dec 2011 20:28:57 +0000 Taiwan-based NMA.tv, famous for its satiric animations, releases a new video about Canada's decision to withdraw from the Kyoto Protocol. Full Article Climate & Weather
science and technology The trouble with 'carbon bombs' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 21 Feb 2012 21:18:40 +0000 A new study shows Alberta's oil sands are nowhere near the climate terror that coal is. Which is a kind of relief, because we have a market-ready substitute for Full Article Energy
science and technology Inhofe launches wacky 'Climate Hoax' book despite severe climate impacts in Oklahoma By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 29 Feb 2012 21:49:40 +0000 Sen. James Inhofe is trying to set himself up as a 'climate hoax' expert, but he lacks even the basic facts about climate change in his own state of Oklahoma. Full Article Politics
science and technology Paul Ryan's environmental record By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 17 Aug 2012 14:30:32 +0000 What would environmental policy look like under Paul Ryan? The U.S. vice presidential candidate is a self-proclaimed 'avid outdoorsman,' but his policies often Full Article Politics
science and technology Obama, Romney answer science questions By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 06 Sep 2012 14:05:23 +0000 While they declined a televised science debate, the candidates did provide written answers to 14 questions from the country's top scientists. Full Article Politics
science and technology Jill Stein: Green Party in the White House? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 19 Oct 2012 14:00:42 +0000 Jill Stein, the Green Party's presidential candidate, wants to reform U.S. politics, but critics worry she'll just play spoiler by luring away progressive voter Full Article Politics
science and technology Obama-Romney debates end 20-year streak By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 23 Oct 2012 15:57:59 +0000 For the first time in two decades, a U.S. presidential debate season has passed without any candidate or moderator mentioning climate change. Full Article Politics
science and technology Michael Bloomberg endorses Barack Obama, 'a president to lead on climate change' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 01 Nov 2012 20:22:57 +0000 NYC Mayor Michael Bloomberg's surprise endorsement of Obama follows the devastating effect of Hurricane Sandy on New York City and the Northeast. Full Article Politics
science and technology Report: 10-degree heat rise possible by 2100 By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 06 Nov 2012 21:24:36 +0000 World leaders have pledged to limit the rise to 3.6 degrees, but a new study finds global temperatures could increase 10.8 degrees by century's end. Full Article Climate & Weather
science and technology 3 ways Obama's win affects the environment By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 07 Nov 2012 16:15:24 +0000 Despite his recent silence on climate change, there's reason to believe Obama might focus more intently on environmental issues during his second term. Full Article Politics
science and technology Tread carefully in linking extreme weather to the climate crisis By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 14 Nov 2012 23:00:54 +0000 Environmental scientist Amy Luers warns that a cultural shift to our approach to emissions and climate mitigation requires a broad, long-term view. Tying the is Full Article Climate & Weather
science and technology Poll reveals more Americans believe in climate change By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 08 Feb 2013 16:05:12 +0000 The percentage of Americans who believe the climate is changing has grown, and 64% of Americans favor regulations to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Full Article Climate & Weather
science and technology State of the Union: Obama urges action on climate change By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Feb 2013 14:25:01 +0000 President Barack Obama took a strong stance on fighting climate change, "for the sake of our children and our future." Full Article Politics
science and technology Web game looks at U.S. policies that could end world hunger By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 19 Feb 2013 18:23:40 +0000 New interactive game takes a closer look at national policy choices that affect food security around the world. Full Article Politics
science and technology An Inconvenient Change: Why is it so hard? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 26 Feb 2013 19:42:24 +0000 It's easy to blame the corporates, the governments, the multi-nationals. But how different is it on the local level, the personal level? Full Article Guest Columnist
science and technology Climate guru James Hansen to leave NASA By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 02 Apr 2013 16:02:16 +0000 After 46 years at the space agency, one of America's most famous climate scientists will now focus on rallying support for the fight against climate change. Full Article Climate & Weather
science and technology 108 ski areas sign declaration calling for action on climate change By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 30 May 2013 18:26:55 +0000 Fearful of late summers and early springs trimming their seasons, ski areas all over the United States are calling for action on climate change policy. Full Article Climate & Weather