ic Greenland ice sheet loses its last grip By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 17 Mar 2014 14:32:30 +0000 The last bulwark to fall in Greenland's battle against rising temperatures is the northeast corner of the Greenland Ice Sheet. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
ic Drone offers a virtual tour of Alaska's eerie ice caves By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 17 Mar 2014 20:54:07 +0000 Titled 'Bigger Than Life,' a new short video explores Alaskan ice caves with a GoPro-toting drone. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
ic Floating farm city harvests icebergs for hydroponics By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 28 Mar 2014 13:42:54 +0000 Four architecture students hope to build a seafaring crescent that would irrigate crops with icebergs and house 800 people. Full Article Leaderboard
ic Are West Antarctica's glaciers speeding toward collapse? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 31 Mar 2014 13:20:11 +0000 Researchers who have analyzed satellite images of the icy region suggest that the glaciers' acceleration may be cause for concern. Full Article Climate & Weather
ic 2.7-million-year-old soil found under Greenland ice sheet By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 18 Apr 2014 14:19:17 +0000 Buried thousands of feet under Summit, the highest point on Greenland's ice sheet, is a soil born before humans ever walked on Earth. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
ic Belly-flopping icebergs could help track glaciers By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 05 May 2014 15:11:43 +0000 Icebergs that tumble into the ocean are the source of unusual "earthquakes" recorded at Alaskan glaciers. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
ic 5 myths about Antarctic melt By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 14 May 2014 13:39:58 +0000 Is Antarctic ice getting bigger or shrinking? Could the melting be caused by volcanoes? Get the answers to commonly asked questions. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
ic Hidden volcanoes melt Antarctic glaciers from below By www.livescience.com Published On :: Tue, 10 Jun 2014 19:03:09 +0000 Antarctica is a land of ice. But dive below the West Antarctic Ice Sheet, and you'll find fire as well, in the form of subglacial volcanoes. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
ic Marmot photobombs time-lapse video, licks camera By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Aug 2014 19:05:18 +0000 Greenpeace was trying to film mountain scenery at Glacier National Park, but a curious marmot had other ideas. Full Article Animals
ic Models of Greenland's ice-melt may be too sunny By www.livescience.com Published On :: Wed, 17 Dec 2014 19:59:44 +0000 The vast ice sheet covering Greenland could melt more quickly in the future than existing models predict. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
ic New lakes discovered under Greenland's ice sheet By www.livescience.com Published On :: Thu, 22 Jan 2015 15:47:07 +0000 The discovery of two large lakes hidden beneath Greenland's ice suggests that climate change now cuts all the way to the bottom of the ice sheet. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
ic 9 of North America's most fascinating kettle lakes By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 16 May 2016 20:02:16 +0000 These glacial gifts offer a glimpse into our prehistoric and cultural past. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
ic 'Watermelon snow' speeds Arctic melting By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 24 Jun 2016 14:07:39 +0000 Scientists have found that a red-colored algae blooming on glaciers and ice reduces albedo and leads to more warmth on the already-melting ice. Full Article Climate & Weather
ic 9 landscape treasures left over from the ice age By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 31 Jul 2017 19:00:18 +0000 Glacial gifts such as erratics, moraines, kettle lakes, cirques, tarns and eskers from the ice age are all around if you know where to look. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
ic Dramatic videos capture the moment a massive iceberg breaks away from a glacier By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 24 Sep 2018 18:50:24 +0000 Researchers in Greenland are studying how warming glaciers relate to sea level rise around the world. They had a front-row seat to the Helheim glacier calving. Full Article Climate & Weather
ic Global CO2 emissions hit record high in 2018, as Greenland ice melt goes into 'overdrive' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 07 Dec 2018 16:57:11 +0000 Humanity is not only moving too slowly in curbing CO2 emissions — we're moving the wrong direction. Full Article Climate & Weather
ic What's the benefit of buying organic produce? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 23 Dec 2009 10:24:39 +0000 Morieka Johnson says she gets more bang for her buck from high-quality food. (Expensive shoes are another matter.) Full Article Healthy Eating
ic How to find good produce at a great price By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 22 Aug 2011 13:53:47 +0000 Fresh, seasonal produce shouldn't cost a fortune. Full Article Healthy Eating
ic Green advice from dad By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 07 Jun 2011 12:00:42 +0000 What's the best green advice your father ever shared with you? Full Article Family Activities
ic Father’s Day beer: Victory’s Swing Session Saison By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 14 Jun 2013 18:44:46 +0000 This light, spicy, beer is perfect for saying “Cheers” to dad on Father’s Day and enjoying throughout the whole summer. Full Article Beverages
ic Reimagining our public streets By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 10 Jul 2019 17:37:15 +0000 For most cities, the biggest areas of public space are streets. But are we using them to our full potential? Full Article Research & Innovations
ic Bugs experience chronic pain, too By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 22 Jul 2019 12:25:23 +0000 Scientists have found the genetic mechanism behind chronic pain in bugs. Full Article Research & Innovations
ic Irish teen wins Google Science Fair with project to remove microplastics from water By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 01 Aug 2019 16:38:36 +0000 Irish teen Fionn Ferreira won the 2019 Google Science Fair for removing microplastics from water. Full Article Research & Innovations
ic What are mirror neurons, and how do they make us more empathetic? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 05 Sep 2019 13:05:12 +0000 Mirror neurons help us imitate each other's expressions and the feelings that go with them. Full Article Research & Innovations
ic A new material made from spider silk and trees could replace plastic By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 16 Sep 2019 19:59:54 +0000 Finnish researchers have developed a strong, flexible material from spider silk and tree cellulose. Full Article Research & Innovations
ic 4 things you've heard about electric vehicles that simply aren't true By medium.com Published On :: Tue, 24 Sep 2019 14:52:57 +0000 "Are electric vehicles fast?" "Do they work in winter?" "Can I really give up visiting the gas station?" Get the facts on EVs. Full Article Research & Innovations
ic MNN week in review: Historic robots, tiny animals and why you shouldn't fret about green cars By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 30 Sep 2011 22:09:46 +0000 Don't miss the best original stories of the week from Mother Nature Network. Full Article Politics
ic Popular Mechanics names James Cameron most innovative leader of 2011 By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 05 Oct 2011 18:20:26 +0000 The developers of Mars rovers, the Hybrid X electric car, and a wastewater cleaning technique are also recognized in the magazine's annual Breakthrough Awards. Full Article Research & Innovations
ic In praise of American cars By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 08 Dec 2011 17:11:19 +0000 Once painfully uncompetitive, the U.S.-made automobile is clawing its way back with good-looking designs, attention to detail, and even respectable fuel economy Full Article Transportation
ic Toyota Prius V: Best in class fuel-efficiency By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 15 Dec 2011 16:20:11 +0000 The 2012 Toyota Prius V is capable of 44mpg in the city. Full Article Transportation
ic Guaranteed low prices! TrueCar's 'transparency' riles dealers By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 04 Jan 2012 16:51:50 +0000 Now partnered with Yahoo! Autos, TrueCar helps consumers find the best deal around. But some dealers and automakers don't like how the company does business, an Full Article Transportation
ic 7 electric cars to watch in 2012 By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 06 Jan 2012 15:08:08 +0000 2012 may prove to be the year of the electric car. Some of the world’s biggest automakers will be bringing new electric vehicles to market in 2012. They are n Full Article Transportation
ic AT&T deploys 5,000th alternative fuel vehicle By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 25 Jan 2012 17:06:33 +0000 AT&T is now one-third of the way through its 15,000 alternative fuel vehicle goal. Full Article Transportation
ic Want a smart grid? Maybe you can win one on 'The Price Is Right' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:20:24 +0000 As California's new Advanced Clean Cars rules push electric vehicles one step closer to the mass market, could the smart grid be the sequel to 'California emiss Full Article Research & Innovations
ic Has Hollywood abandoned the Prius and other green vehicles? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 06 Mar 2012 21:42:46 +0000 Few hybrids or electric vehicles brought celebs to this year's Academy Awards. Full Article Arts & Culture
ic Should I buy an electric car? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 27 Apr 2012 15:55:43 +0000 It depends on where you live, says a new report, because some states force you to charge up from a dirty coal grid. But that's just a snapshot, and the long-ter Full Article Transportation
ic Consumer Reports: Fuel efficiency matters to car buyers By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 22 May 2012 16:05:01 +0000 According to a new Consumer Reports survey, 37% of car buyers consider fuel efficiency first. Full Article Transportation
ic Everything you ever wanted to know about green cars: Infographic By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 18 Jun 2012 23:14:32 +0000 With all the terminology about green cars and climate change, it's hard to make sense of it all. This graphic from One Block off the Grid breaks it down, from t Full Article Transportation
ic Despite the red-meat rhetoric, Texas benefits mightily from clean energy projects By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 17 Aug 2012 15:21:38 +0000 Austin's 'Chevy Volt Village' makes a handy political target, but in fact clean energy — and especially wind power — has been very, very good for Texas' ec Full Article Transportation
ic Today is National Alternative Fuel Vehicle Day By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 18 Oct 2012 12:00:00 +0000 The biennial event is dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of alternative fuel vehicles. Full Article Transportation
ic For Europe's new plug-in hybrids, price matters (a lot) By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 02 Jul 2014 18:56:52 +0000 Audi and Volvo will roll out luxury electric cars in the U.S. market early next year. Full Article Transportation
ic Despite $2 gas, Kia shows off 3 new hybrids at Chicago Auto Show By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 13 Feb 2016 18:06:00 +0000 The all-new Niro is joined by revamped versions of the Optima. Full Article Transportation
ic 31-mpg Chevy Malibu or (the pricier) 47-mpg Malibu Hybrid: I know which one I want By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 02 Mar 2016 20:18:06 +0000 The only thing better than a nice, roomy 2016 Chevy Malibu that gets 31 mpg combined is one that adds hybrid efficiency for 47 mpg combined. Full Article Transportation
ic Can a potato create a non-stick grill? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 29 Apr 2016 15:51:39 +0000 Use a potato instead of non-stick cooking spray on your grill. Full Article Healthy Eating
ic 6 DIY cat trees to enrich your kitty's life By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 03 May 2016 13:36:49 +0000 Commercially made cat trees can cost hundreds of dollars, but you can save money and make your kitty happy with DIY feline furniture. Full Article Pets
ic Organic meets digital in 'Bit Flowers' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Jul 2016 10:22:07 +0000 For Japanese artist Baku Maeda, honoring the natural world means whipping out some scissors and cutting plants up into pixel-like square bits. Full Article Arts & Culture
ic Dress up ice cubes with these 9 edible flowers By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 27 Oct 2017 19:20:42 +0000 These 9 edible flowers will boost your cold beverage game. Full Article Beverages
ic Don't let the name Unicorn Spit fool you By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 23 Nov 2018 16:15:18 +0000 The name Unicorn Spit isn't classy, but in the right hands the gel paint can turn furniture and cabinets into sophisticated works of art. Full Article At Home
ic BRIGHTER LIVING: Electric cars By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 27 Mar 2009 16:39:42 +0000 Brighter Living with Jill Cordes: NEV's are a great way to get around without emissions. Full Article Research & Innovations
ic BRIGHTER LIVING: America on the Move By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 27 Mar 2009 17:00:04 +0000 Brighter Living with Jill Cordes: A handy website to help you stay active and fit. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being