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The roads least taken in America

These highways pass by beautiful landscapes but aren't frequented by many travelers.




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Scenic New Zealand train route to reopen 2 years after massive earthquake

The Coastal Pacific Train route closed following the Kaikoura earthquake in November 2016. The 61-mile route will reopen on Dec. 1, 2018.




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How pedestrians avoid running into each other

Walkers have a comfort zone to prevent collisions.




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Was 2018 the year of peak combustion engine?

Sales of internal combustion engine cars might never again reach 2018 levels.




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Seattle turns the page on iconic viaduct

Alaskan Way Viaduct in Seattle will close this week. It offered sweeping views for drivers (but no one else) and had become an earthquake safety hazard.




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Are the Autobahn's speed limit-free days nearing an end?

Although a proposed universal speed limit on Germany's national highway system could curb emissions, many politicians are quick to dismiss the idea.




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Tesla releases new 'dog mode' for pet owners

Clever new option from Tesla prevents your dogs from getting too hot and also informs curious passersby of your imminent return.




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Boomers and e-bikes were made for each other

More aging boomers are getting on e-bikes, but they should make sure they buy the best cycles for older cyclists.




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London gets its first 3D crosswalk and it's a traffic-slowing beauty

Located in northwest London, it's the first optical illusion-y pedestrian crossing in the U.K.




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NAPA Breaks Guinness Record of Most Cars Washed in 8 Hours

Auto Parts store locations join forces with community partners to wash 7,197 cars.




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What an increase in air turbulence means for frequent fliers

Does an increase in turbulence mean it will be less safe to use airplanes for travel? The science and the numbers behind the headlines.




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A Career Boost and a Clear Path, with NAPA’s Apprenticeship Program

Mason Pavlides is the second apprentice to join the program, which offers mentoring, tools, online training and more.




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Mystery of the solar-powered ghost ship that washed ashore 3 years ago finally solved

Ship with no crew drifted over 2,000 miles across the Atlantic Ocean.




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A Path to a Great Career, with a NAPA Apprenticeship Program

Learn how the accredited, paid technician program could help you set your career in motion.




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Spring break road trip ideas for families on a budget

These hand-picked family spring break destinations will deliver fun all week without putting a dent in your finances.




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MHI Increases Capital in Mitsubishi Aircraft Corporation

Tokyo, October 31, 2018 - Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) has decided to increase the capitalization of Mitsubishi Aircraft Corporation (Mitsubishi Aircraft), a wholly owned MHI Group company, as it nears the first delivery of the Mitsubishi Regional Jet (MRJ), the industry's only clean sheet regional aircraft.




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Denmark just got 140% of its electricity from wind. But what does that mean?

Unusually high winds and low demand lead to a significant excess in wind power. What happened to all that electricity?




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5 websites to help you invest in clean tech

Installing solar panels isn't the only way to support clean energy. Investing is a powerful tool too.




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Smog alert! See air pollution in real time

Want to know what coal-fueled smog looks like on the other side of the world? Now you can.



  • Climate & Weather

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Will clean tech make fossil fuels more expensive?

Renewables are getting cheaper all the time. Interestingly, they may also drive up the cost of the competition.




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Rwanda builds utility-scale solar farm in 1 year

Renewables aren't just clean; they can be incredibly fast to deploy, too.




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Fossil fuel defectors are embracing clean tech

Are we about to see a brain drain from fossil fuel industries?




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What if your clothes could store heat from the sun?

Scientists are developing a polymer that can store the sun's heat and release it later when it gets cold.



  • Research & Innovations

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In remotest Alaska, this weatherman still releases weather balloons

It turns out, not everything about weather forecasting involves satellites and computer models.



  • Climate & Weather

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The greatest scientist you've never heard of

Among scientists, he's as highly regarded as Einstein. Yet most of us have no idea who James Clerk Maxwell is.



  • Research & Innovations

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This theater is heated with sewage (and no, it doesn't smell)

It doesn't sound too pleasant, but sewage can be a great source of heating and cooling for municipal buildings.




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Sea levels are rising fast, and they'll stay that way for a long time

Sea levels are rising faster now than they have in over 2,800 years. And they'll keep on rising, even if we stop polluting tomorrow.



  • Climate & Weather

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25% of all deaths linked to pollution and environmental degradation

1 in 4 global deaths can be attributed to an unhealthy environment. Who says environmentalism is for the birds?



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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Which lifestyle changes really make a dent in your environmental impact?

In a world where almost everything we do has an impact, it's hard to know where to even start.




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Prince: A secret warrior for clean energy and social justice

From solar in Oakland to training black kids to code, Prince supported a lot of good. He just didn't talk about it.



  • Arts & Culture

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How a grieving mother set out to reclaim death

After losing her son to heroin, Tami Schwerin founded the Death Faire to explore new ways of dealing with loss.




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Will self-driving cars mean the end of car ownership?

Autonomous vehicles may save consumers money in the future, but our cars mean more to us than simple economics.




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How to talk to children about death

We can't shield kids from the subject of death, so be prepared with some answers.




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How real should 'fake' meat and dairy be?

From somewhat reminiscent to actually "bloody," the thinking on alternatives to meat appears to be split.




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How to fight climate change with what you eat

Environmentalists spend a lot of time telling you what not to eat. Here's how to help fight climate change with what you actually eat.




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5 Reasons Scientists are Making the Case for Renewable Wood Energy and Forest Products

Could using more trees be part of the solution to climate change? Here’s what the United Nations and an increasing number of scientists are saying.



  • Sustainable Business Practices

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The reason why women are freezing at work

Nearly every woman has a sweater on hand at the office — even on 90-degree days. Now we know why.



  • Sustainable Business Practices

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How bioenergy creates opportunity

Learn more about how private working forests and modern bioenergy are making a positive impact today, and for the future, in this infographic.



  • Sustainable Business Practices

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Longleaf forests get the help they need

Enviva and The Longleaf Alliance announce a partnership to protect and restore one of the most biodiverse ecosystems in North America.



  • Sustainable Business Practices

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Ocean Cleanup mission takes aim at rivers

Boyan Slat's plastic cleanup system successfully collects plastic in the Great Pacific Garbage Patch and has started picking up trash in rivers, too.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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6 great treasures found with a metal detector

Amateur enthusiasts have uncovered some spectacular finds, including the Staffordshire Hoard and the Boot of Cortez.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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The unexpectedly weird and beautiful world of lichens

Lichens are not what you think they are. Not plant, not fungus — they are one of a kind.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Young designer creates plastic alternative from fish waste and algae

Winner of international James Dyson Award invents marine bioplastic made of algae and fish parts.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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'America's Forests' speaks for the trees

'America's Forest' with host Chuck Leavell of The Rolling Stones explains how forests can help climate change, the economy and so much more.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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What lies beneath the Antarctic ice sheet?

Researchers unveil the most detailed map of what's underneath the Antarctic ice sheet, and it will help them predict climate change vulnerability there.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Mysterious blind 'ghost fish' reveals Congo to be the deepest river in the world

It's so deep there could be species lurking in its depths that we've never seen before.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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What you can see on fee-free days at U.S. national parks this year

These are the fee-free days for national parks, wildlife refuges, national forests and more protected wilderness areas for 2020.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Clean Water Act changes put wetlands in the crosshairs

The Trump administration is changing how the government defines water, and new rules will have significant effects on wildlife and water quality.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Oil companies are investing billions in new plastic plants to double output in next 20 years

Despite protests and bans across the globe, much more plastic is on the horizon because oil companies need a new reason for being.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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9 stunning photos capture beautiful landscapes around the globe

International Landscape Photographer of the Year contest highlights winning images of everything from ice to forests.



  • Wilderness & Resources