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What is castile soap? Uses and benefits

It's the most versatile household cleaning product you can buy.




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10 More Ways To Hide The Bed (Some of Which You Can Actually Afford)

Every tiny apartment does not have to have an expensive Murphy bed.




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Steven M. Johnson's Hiding Capsule would have been perfect for a LifeEdited

This might be the perfect bed for a New York apartment.




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Sensor system illuminates wind turbines when planes are near

One of the big NIMBY complaints about wind turbines is the constant blinking lights that make them visible to aircraft. A new sensor system would eliminate the nuisance, lighting the turbines only when planes are approaching.




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Build this open source DIY wind turbine for $30

If you're interested in learning how to build your own renewable energy devices, this DIY vertical axis wind turbine is a great place to start.




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Hybrid rooftop wind and solar generator now available in U.S. for early adopters

The SolarMill, a 1.2 kW combination wind and solar energy system, will be sold in the U.S. for about $3000.




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Suspected poacher eaten by pack of lions in South Africa

The moral of the story is: Don't go out and try to shoot lions.




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Three rhino poachers eaten by lions in South Africa

After breaking into a game reserve to hunt rhinos, not much was left of the three poachers.




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Group files suit to recognize the Colorado River as a person

Corporations have rights ... why not rivers?




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See all the seasons at Rocky Mountain National Park in 4 breathtaking minutes

As part of their More Than Just Parks project, Will and Jim Pattiz spent two years filming in the majestic Colorado mountains.




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Nature Loo composting toilet puts some distance between the person and the poop

This simple Australian design has some interesting features and benefits.




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South Carolina Documents Its First Human Rabies Case in Over 50 Years

South Carolina health department announces a human rabies case sourced from a bat.




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How to take control of consumerism during the holiday shopping season

The holidays are a time of joy, happiness, families and... waste? Estimates show that almost 25% of waste produced in the US comes from the six weeks between Thanksgiving and New Years. But we can change that, starting now.




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Episode 2: Don't malign the millenials; The kids are alright.

Once again, one has to parse the data to get the real story.




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Meet the ELF: An American-built solar-powered trike

Rob Cotter used to build expensive sports cars. Now he makes vehicles that are much, much cooler.




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Public charging station powers mobile devices with footsteps and solar panels

The ENGO charging station uses kinetic tiles and solar panels to charge up to 14 smartphones at a time, and provides free WiFi access and an emergency phone.




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Indian state plans 25 GW of solar, gets 40

I'll say it again, renewables are taking off much faster than anyone expected.




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FireBee Power Tower turns any heat source into an electricity generator

This 5W thermoelectric generator converts heat from a chimney or camp stove into electricity for charging USB devices.




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Pop-up restaurant in soaring Swedish gondola opens for sustainable diners

Famed chef Magnus Nilsson will be serving dinner for three days in Åre, Sweden … 4,200 feet in the air.




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State of Missouri bans Agenda 21; What would Harry Truman Say?

They are going to stop the UN from giving out free lawn mowers and blocking Walmarts.




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The farmer, poet and environmental legend Wendell Berry speaks with Bill Moyers about social change

Wendell Berry is a fount of wisdom and inspiration, so it was great to see that Bill Moyers spoke with the farmer, poet, eco-philosopher about the role of activism and spirit in creating positive change.




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New study looks at how the Agenda 21 conspiracy is poisoning public discussion about sustainability

The Southern Poverty Law Center says “It is time to call out Agenda 21conspiracy theories and the people spreading them.”




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Build your own open source cargo bike (or buy it from XYZ Cycle)

It's more than just a bike; it is a different way of thinking about design and manufacturing.




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How to shop ethically for souvenirs

By all means, shop when you visit foreign countries, but do it thoughtfully.




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Notes from Sri Lanka: A lesson in coconuts

It's the ultimate zero-waste crop, useful from root to shoot.




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10 reasons why you should use public transport

Public transportation, while maybe not as enjoyable as commuting in your own personal vehicle, does ease congestion, reduce emissions. Need more convincing? Here's more info about public transportation.




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9 reasons to eat a lot of beans

The bean's big comeback. From longevity and weight control to being a better choice for the planet, here's why the humble bean is so mighty.




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Here's why the April super Pink Moon is so special

Skygazers are in for a treat in when the full Pink Moon, the biggest supermoon of the year, dazzles the heavens.




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Lessons from eating the same soup every workday for 17 years

There's a lot to learn from making the same recipe over and over (and over and over....)




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I so want this 3D printed campervan of the future

The Hymer VisionVenture is small space living that moves.




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Let's Have A Real War On Christmas Excess And Revive SPUG, the Society for the Prevention of Useless Gifts

Why should Fox News have all the fun?




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Awesome Christmas tree from an old ladder

We've done them all - the organic Xmas tree, the re-plant live Xmas tree, the bike-delivered Xmas tree. This one feels the greenest of them all.




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Beautiful South African Christmas tree is made of recycled materials

Every year, the town of Barrydale makes a magnificent tree using upcycled plastic, ribbons, and interactive lighting.




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WISHING YOV AND YOVRS A HAPPY SOLSTICE AND SATVRNALIA

It is the winter solstice today, celebrated in Rome as part of Saturnalia.




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Boulder embraces a radical solution to disposable coffee cups

Check out an insulated stainless steel mug for free, as you would a library book.




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Why do cars have so many cupholders?

The Convenience Industrial Complex makes it so easy to just keep sipping while you drive.




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Why did coffee cups and soda cups get so big?

There is more money in it for the Convenience Industrial Complex.




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Solutions for single-use plastic pollution must consider all stakeholders

Teamwork pushes bold initiatives through.




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Good news! Wind and solar power double under Obama

During the first four years of President Obama's administration, US electricity from wind and solar more than doubled, according to two new reports released today.




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White House finally reinstalling solar panels

It took a while, but there will soon be solar panels on the White House.




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Was southern leg of Keystone XL built illegally?

Steve Horn reports that in addition to expediting the southern leg, Executive Order 13604 also led to the expediting of 48 other oil pipeline projects.




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Solar panels are back on the White House roof, 28 years later (it's about time!)

The 6.3kW solar array might not produce enough energy to power the White House, but its symbolism is important.




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"Comfy Chic" checklist can elevate your mood and wardrobe during isolation

Better yet, Citizenne Style's tips don't require you to make any new online purchases.




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Toronto: A lesson in how not to do Vision Zero

I used to say that Vision Zero here was a joke, but now it is, in fact a tragedy.




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How we get around determines what we build, and also determines much of our carbon footprint

Transportation has a much bigger impact on urban design than we think.




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Bar soap is making a glorious comeback

Sales of bar soap had been sadly slipping, but now shoppers are wising up to its many benefits.




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Here's an incredibly simple solution to plastic packaging waste

Remove the water.




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Banish 'thigh chafe' with these simple solutions

Women share their tried-and-true fixes for this incredibly common yet rarely discussed problem.




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Why you don't need fabric softener

It's bad for the clothes, your health, and the planet. There is no good reason to use it.




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10 reasons to go green starting NOW

Have you been looking for a reason to go green? Look no further because we've got ten reasons lined up for you!