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Advise the Advisors: Small business edition

White House Council of Economic Advisers Chairman Austan Goolsbee is seeking feedback from small business owners and entrepreneurs.



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Watch: Obama and Goolsbee on small business

President Obama joined CEA Chairman Austan Goolsbee at the "Winning the Future" Forum on Small Business in Cleveland.



  • Sustainable Business Practices

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Germany: A cleantech case study for a post-Fukushima world

In the wake of the worst nuclear disaster in a generation, Germany doubled down on a decade of success, pledging to eliminate nukes by 2022 and switch almost ex




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Clean energy may be hurt by debt deal

With budget cuts come consequences. It looks like the emerging clean energy industry could take a big hit.




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Watch: President Obama on ending oil subsidies

President Obama calls on Congress to end the oil industry subsidies.



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Tiny factory could make solar panels anywhere

Two inventors have built a table-sized, automated factory that can quickly manufacture pocket-sized solar panels that last longer and are cheaper than current p



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Climate change will increase wind and waves in Australia

The Southern Hemisphere will experience more devastating wind and waves as the world warms, according to new research.



  • Climate & Weather

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Solar cell coating could dramatically boost energy harvest

A special coating could dramatically improve the percentage of energy that can be harvested from solar cells by splitting photons in two.




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How does an atom smasher work?

Particle accelerators do more than collide subatomic particles and atoms together — they provide clues about the universe.



  • Research & Innovations

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In post-Fukushima Japan, homeowners gung-ho over green energy [Video]

Japanese homeowners are investing in solar panels in an act that the WSJ describes as a 'post-tsunami revolt against conventional electric utilities.'




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A British supermarket that's powered by its own garbage

Through a pioneering waste-to-energy scheme, the spoiled stock at a Sainsbury's superstore will be used to keep the lights on.




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Wash your whites in this human-sized hamster wheel

Simultaneously burn calories, cut back on your utility bills and do the laundry with a conceptual washing machine-treadmill hybrid dubbed Wheel.



  • Research & Innovations

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Meet the real animals behind 'Finding Dory'

You might already know that Dory is a Pacific blue tang and Nemo is a clownfish, but how well do you know the other species that are represented in the films?




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Mesmerizing short film 'Wrapped' imagines NYC overtaken by plants

Botanophobics may want to avert their eyes.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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How you can visit the Shire ... in Guatemala

The Hobbitenango is a sustainable restaurant and hotel that gives back to the village.



  • Sustainable Business Practices

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'Inferno' fueled by apocalyptic Malthusian theory

New film, based on the best-selling book by Dan Brown, warns of humanity's demise from unchecked population growth.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Leo DiCaprio's new film 'Before the Flood' is a sweeping look at climate change

You can watch Leo DiCaprio's "Before the Flood" free online.



  • Climate & Weather

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Astronomers may have just discovered Luke Skywalker's home world

Tatooine, a desert planet in 'Star Wars,' may have a real-life analogue 1,000 light-years away.




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Famed Azure Window arch in Malta is no more

Featured in several Hollywood productions, the arch and its support pillars collapsed after heavy coastal storms.



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The 'Wonder Woman' scenery that took your breath away? That's Italy's Amalfi Coast

After scouring the world, producers of the new film settled on Italy's famed Amalfi Coast as the setting for the fictional island of Themyscira.




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'Silent Killers' highlights fishing net pollution with beautiful imagery

Christine Ren's "Silent Killers" uses stunning visuals to draw attention to a net-buyback program to keep our seas cleaner for wildlife.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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The animal inspirations behind these 'Star Wars' creatures

From adorable porgs to crystalline foxes, the otherworld species of 'The Last Jedi' have roots here on Earth.




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7 famous albino animals

Did you know that albino dolphins are pink? Meet these amazing famous albino animals and learn more.




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12 spectacular images from NASA's Spitzer telescope

The Spitzer Space Telescope is so sensitive it can see objects optical telescopes cannot. Here are some incredible images it has helped capture.




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9 surreal images of Venus

While beautiful, the surface of Venus is as hostile as the deepest recesses of space. Despite its nearness to Earth, the planet remains largely a mystery.




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6 amazing benefits of garlic

Outside of the kitchen, garlic has many potential health, beauty and agricultural benefits.



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Has the Mafia infiltrated the renewable energy industry?

Certain people are looking for the same kind of green they’ve always sought — the green of dollar bills.




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How clean energy became a major force in the U.K. economy

Massive wind farm is Britain's latest entry in move away from fossil fuels toward alternative, renewable clean energy sources.




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Major bird charity plans wind turbine at HQ

Wind power critics argue that turbines kill birds. So why is the U.K.'s largest bird charity planning a turbine?




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Waves crash against massive wind turbines

Waves crash against wind turbines perched on a jetty in Boulogne-sur-mer, France.




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Riding for renewables: Why I'm pedaling 120 miles on an electric bike to deliver a petition to Maine's governor

I’m making this trek to ask Maine Gov. Paul LePage to lead, follow, or get out of the way of clean energy development.




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Bonfire + a bunch of box fans = Homemade fire tornado

Watch the fire spin and swirl as its driven up towards the heavens by an array of well-placed box fans to the soothing tune of 'Moonlight Sonata.'




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Portugal shows off in March, flirting with 100% renewable energy goal

Portugal predicts that renewables will satisfy its mainland electricity needs by 2040.




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Cruelty to animals is now a federal crime

The PACT Act makes animal cruelty a federal felony, threatening violators with fines and prison time.




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How to make the most of small living spaces

Here's how to make a small space look and feel bigger without adding an inch.



  • Remodeling & Design

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'Major Mom' wages war on clutter

Utilizing her 18 years of military experience, U.S. Air Force veteran Angela Cody-Rouget started a professional service to help people become organized.




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6 reasons to make your bed every morning

This simple chore can lead to happiness and better sleep, so why not give it a shot?




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9 common cleaning mistakes you might be making

From loading the dishwasher incorrectly to making your bed in the morning, these everyday errors can lead to a mighty mess.




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The Roomba vacuum gets a whole lot smarter

Rosie the robot maid from the Jetsons isn't far behind.



  • Gadgets & Electronics

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7 signs you may be addicted to shopping

Researchers create a new scale to identify dependence on 'retail therapy.' Do you fit the bill?




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How to make stovetop grates shine like new

We test out an easy method of removing burnt-on gunk from stovetop grates using ammonia.




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How to purge, pack and move like a Zen master

Moving allows the opportunity to purge stuff and declutter spaces. Here are five tips to purge, pack and move while reducing the stress of it all.




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5 laundry mistakes you're probably making

Laundry is an endless chore. With so much hands-on experience, you'd think we know what we're doing, right? Wrong.




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25 cleaning hacks to make your life easier

These tips will help you save money, time and effort while you get your house sparkly clean.




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Cleaning may be as dangerous as smoking

New study says cleaning products can have the same impact on your health as smoking 20 cigarettes a day.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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Sunlight may help kill dust-based bacteria

Researchers found that rooms exposed to sunlight kept the germ population in check better than rooms that received no sunlight at all.




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How to store Christmas decorations

Nothing gets the holidays off to a bad start like broken ornaments and tangled lights. Avoid the hassle and store them right.




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13 secrets to managing dog and cat hair

These tips should help you get pet hair off your dog, cat, house and clothes.




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Why too many beehives are bad for city bees

Beekeeping experts warn that too many urban hives may mean there isn't enough food for bees.




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Understanding honeybee die-offs with DIY smart hives

Through the collaborative magic of crowdfunding, the Open Source Beehives project aims to bring downloadable beehive designs to citizen scientists everywhere.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening