io Americans are quietly preserving 56 million acres of private land By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 20 Dec 2016 13:15:28 +0000 U.S. landowners voluntarily protect more land (and water) than all national parks in the lower 48 states, a new census shows. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
io Bradford watermelons were so juicy and delicious, people literally used to die for them By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 24 Apr 2017 11:21:28 +0000 Today, a Bradford heir is resurrecting the fruit and using the proceeds to fund the drilling of fresh water wells around the world. Full Article Healthy Eating
io Crumb-free bread is the latest space food invention By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 09 Jun 2017 04:33:56 +0000 Crumb-free bread could definitely improve options on future space restaurant menus. Full Article Space
io People once used nuclear radiation to grow really big plants By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 22 Jun 2017 16:58:55 +0000 After World War II, a government program called Atoms for Peace aimed to find a peaceful use for nuclear power. And thus, the atomic garden was born. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
io Hype builds around mysterious Bloom Box By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 30 Aug 2010 20:52:26 +0000 Hype builds around Bloom Energy's flagship solid oxide fuel cell -- a cleaner, greener 'power plant in a box.' Full Article Research & Innovations
io Zero-emission fuel cell backup power now available for RVs By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 19 May 2011 15:01:23 +0000 Unit from Germany is the answer for off-grid campsites, providing access to 'Glee' reruns, night lighting and microwaves that brown. Full Article Transportation
io Fuel-cell dreams: Powering houses and cars with zero-emission energy By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 06 May 2013 18:45:11 +0000 Big hydrogen power plants like the one just installed in Bridgeport, Conn., can complement a fleet of fuel-cell cars. Full Article Transportation
io Mysterious comet debris may spark 'unicorn meteor storm' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 20 Nov 2019 15:42:00 +0000 On the evening of Nov. 21, upwards of 400 meteors per hour may light up the night sky. Full Article Space
io Mysterious ring galaxy continues to puzzle astronomers By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 04 Dec 2019 18:28:14 +0000 Hoag's Object, a celestial doughnut that features a galaxy within a galaxy, is a beautiful enigma of the cosmos. Full Article Space
io Scientists find mysterious galaxies that don't have any dark matter By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 05 Dec 2019 13:23:17 +0000 19 newly discovered dwarf galaxies are missing dark matter. Full Article Space
io NASA mission discovers first potentially habitable Earth-sized planet By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 07 Jan 2020 19:10:13 +0000 NASA's Planet Hunter, TESS, discovered its first potentially habitable Earth-sized planet called TOI 700 d, located 100 light-years away. Full Article Space
io When these stars meet, the explosion will take over our night sky By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 21 Jan 2020 20:59:57 +0000 The collision between these stars in 2083 will be impossible to miss. Full Article Space
io There's a radio signal from deep space that's repeating every 16 days By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 13 Feb 2020 20:52:01 +0000 A mysterious radio signal from deep space appears to be repeating every 16 days. Full Article Space
io Should aging boomers get senior discounts? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 29 Oct 2018 18:44:34 +0000 Should they be means tested, or should programs be universal? Full Article Personal Finance
io When you have 5 generations under one roof, the club sandwich metaphor has to grow up By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 05 Nov 2018 17:37:02 +0000 Multi-generation living may get even more multi-generational if current demographic trends — like boomers aging — continue. Full Article Remodeling & Design
io Baby boomers aren't buying senior housing By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 12 Nov 2018 16:17:17 +0000 Baby boomers aren't that old and they aren't ready for retirement homes – yet. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
io Forget hearing aids or hearables; Starkey's Livio AI really are 'healthables' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 25 Mar 2019 14:33:26 +0000 Probably 45 percent of baby boomers could use Starkey's new Livio AIs or Healthables. What's keeping them away? Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
io What will happen when 20 percent of the population is over 65? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 30 Apr 2019 10:45:37 +0000 In Japan, they call it "rougai." In North America, the rage against older generations is about to get much, much worse. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
io Investors' billions are chasing the baby boomer market By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 18 Nov 2019 15:04:37 +0000 When investors spend billions on baby boomer housing, is this smart money or is it missing the demographic boat? Full Article Responsible Living
io Teachers College gets $3.5 million donation for food policy center By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 15 Feb 2013 17:55:11 +0000 Gift will help support farmers market and healthy bodega programs; Newark Mayor Cory Booker speaks at the launch event. Full Article Healthy Eating
io Local Farms, Food and Jobs Act aims to increase production of local foods By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 10 Apr 2013 11:46:33 +0000 A new bill seeks to make fresh, healthy food more accessible to consumers and support the farmers who grow it. Full Article Healthy Eating
io Sustainable foodies, know your limitations By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 10 Jul 2013 18:38:05 +0000 You can still be a proud sustainable foodie if you don’t grow your vegetables, raise your chickens or do it all yourself. Full Article Healthy Eating
io What happens when Kelly Ripa mentions a farm stand on TV? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 15 Jul 2014 16:23:27 +0000 On “Live with Kelly and Michael,” the talk show host gave a shout out to the “greatest farm stand in South Jersey.” Full Article Healthy Eating
io Watershed Connections: Los Angeles By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 25 Aug 2010 16:54:08 +0000 Quick facts about the Los Angeles water situation from the Blue Planet expedition. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
io Watershed Connections: Yuma By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 25 Aug 2010 17:08:03 +0000 Quick facts about the Yuma water situation from the Blue Planet expedition. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
io Clean coal? The price of water pollution By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 08 Nov 2010 21:19:56 +0000 Video: Alexandra Cousteau revisits the TVA Kingston Coal Ash Spill, which was six times larger than the Gulf oil spill. Full Article Energy
io Two Minutes for the Planet: Transportation By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sun, 22 Feb 2009 06:26:02 +0000 Laura Turner Seydel offers easy daily transportation tips to lessen your impact. Full Article Transportation
io Make these Christmas decorations with a little help from science By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 14 Dec 2015 20:57:22 +0000 Geometric crystal ornaments bring on the color, and they're easy to make too. Full Article At Home
io An eco-friendlier digital TV conversion By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 08 Jun 2009 20:07:36 +0000 Keep your old TV and get an EnergyStar DTA converter if you want to take the environmentally friendly route. Full Article Gadgets & Electronics
io Tesla wins 'Chu prize' of $465 million By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 23 Jun 2009 18:17:42 +0000 Despite lawsuits, the DOE awards the all-electric auto manufacturer its first big government loan. Full Article Gadgets & Electronics
io Clinton hails 'non-sexy' energy revolution at NCES By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 10 Aug 2009 23:43:54 +0000 Follow the proceedings of the Clean Energy Summit via Twitter #NCES09. Full Article Research & Innovations
io Friday is National Weatherization Day By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 29 Oct 2009 16:30:08 +0000 Oct. 30 is National Weatherization Day 2009, and awareness events are planned across the country. Full Article Green Workplace
io DOE announces $80 million for biofuels research By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 19 Jan 2010 19:08:27 +0000 Two groups have received $80 million in funding from the ARRA for advanced biofuels research. Full Article Green Workplace
io DOE announces $60 million in block grants By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 14 Jun 2010 15:30:39 +0000 The U.S. Department of Energy has announced the 20 communities that will receive $60 million in Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grants. Full Article Green Workplace
io DOE awards $24 million to algal biofuel projects By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 30 Jun 2010 18:20:17 +0000 The U.S. Department of Energy recently awarded $24 million to three algal biofuels research projects. Full Article Transportation
io DOE announces $92 million for energy research By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 13 Jul 2010 19:37:17 +0000 DOE Recovery Act awards continue with the recent announcement of $92 million in funding for energy research programs. Full Article Green Workplace
io DOE awards $188 million to small businesses By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 03 Aug 2010 16:01:20 +0000 The Department of Energy has awarded $188 million to small businesses in 34 states to spur clean energy innovation, job creation and more. Full Article Green Workplace
io $8.5 million for solar grid system By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 08 Sep 2010 19:19:37 +0000 Sandia National Laboratories is investing $8.5 million in four projects that are part of the Solar Energy Grid Integration Systems (SEGIS) program. Full Article Green Workplace
io Feds spent $25 billion on energy in 2009 By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 10 Sep 2010 04:32:10 +0000 A new report from The Pew Charitable Trusts reveals that the federal government spent about $25 billion in the energy sector in 2009. Full Article Green Workplace
io DOE: $5 million for wind energy By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 13 Sep 2010 23:20:25 +0000 The Department of Energy announced $5 million in funding for five wind energy projects. Full Article Green Workplace
io DOE awards $57 million to small businesses By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 15 Sep 2010 20:14:12 +0000 The U.S. Department of Energy awards $57 million to 33 small business projects. Full Article Green Workplace
io DOE: $5 million for ocean energy By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 01 Nov 2010 16:07:03 +0000 The DOE has awarded $5 million for offshore wind energy facilities and renewable ocean energy projects. Full Article Green Workplace
io Massive solar plant receives $1.45 billion guarantee By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 23 Dec 2010 22:21:30 +0000 The U.S. Department of Energy will guarantee a $1.45 billion loan for the Abengoa Solar Solana project in the Arizona desert. Full Article Green Workplace
io Offshore wind power: Feds announce $50.5 million in funding for mid-Atlantic project By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 09 Feb 2011 15:03:00 +0000 Turbine sites in Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey and Virginia identified as prime parcels for projects. Full Article Energy
io DOE launches energy innovation challenge By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 29 Mar 2011 15:55:17 +0000 Entrepreneurs are encouraged to participate in the America's Next Top Energy Innovator challenge, hosted by the Department of Energy. Full Article Green Workplace
io DOE announces $130 million in ARPA-E funding By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 21 Apr 2011 18:13:09 +0000 The fourth round of ARPA-E funding totals $130 million for five different program areas. Full Article Green Workplace
io Behind the wheel at the EcoCAR college engineer competition By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 17 Jun 2011 14:07:47 +0000 Sixteen teams from colleges across the country spent three years building hybrids, plug-in hybrids and even hydrogen cars. This week in Washington, they met in Full Article Transportation
io DOE awards $11 million to geothermal projects By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 23 Jun 2011 21:58:02 +0000 The U.S. Department of Energy will provide more than $11 million to support eight geothermal energy projects. Full Article Green Workplace
io DOE launches Apps for Energy competition By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 09 Apr 2012 18:57:01 +0000 App developers can enter to win up to $30,000. Full Article Energy
io How Safe Water Network is bringing safe drinking water to a million people By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 08 Oct 2018 17:19:07 +0000 Newman’s Own gives all of its profits to charity, like the one giving people in Ghana and India reliable access to clean water. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening