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Slow business: A manifesto for reclaiming our lives

Business as usual is destroying our lives and the environment.



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Absurd Korean pop hit 'Gangnam Style' actually a subversive critique of consumerism

Could we be witnessing Korean pop's plunge into the cultural criticism arena?



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7 green philanthropists making a difference

These individuals and organizations support a variety of green causes with generously large donations.




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Conquer the clutter with 'Throw Out 50 Things'

Organize your home and office with help from Gail Blanke's book about clearing the clutter.




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Artist carves vintage books into astoundingly intricate 3-D sculptures

Guy Laramee's work speaks to the 'erosion of cultures' and our over-reliance on analytical knowledge, symbolized by the book.



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Kids in England raise money to add solar power to African classrooms

Working with the nonprofit Solar Aid, students earn enough to bring electric light to a school in Kenya




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How throwing stuff away makes you frugal

It really is important to learn to love your stuff. But that love comes so much easier when there is less stuff to love.




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Man doing charity bike ride across Canada has bike stolen in Winnipeg (but he's not giving up!)

Anas Cheema, a 22-year-old economics student at the University of Victoria, decided to dedicate his summer.



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Don't underestimate the carbon-capturing power of the most basic backyard

Research conducted in Madison, Wisconsin, finds soil in developed residential landscapes is better at absorbing CO2 than forests.



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Methane-hunting satellite aims to expose industrial leaks

The Environmental Defense Fund is developing a satellite that will regularly monitor 50 major oil and gas regions for methane leaks.



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Taj Mahal gets beautifying mudpack treatments

To help erase unsightly yellowing brought on by air pollution, India's crown jewel is looking for new beauty miracles.



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Why are blue whales changing the frequency of their songs?

Researchers suspect it could be in reaction to melting sea ice as well as human noise pollution.




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When you're hiking, keep your music to yourself

The whole point of getting out into the natural world is to see, smell and hear the sounds of nature.



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April Fools: Tearing down mountains for coal

The industry funded National Coalition on Mountaintop Mining is no joke.



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Standing room only Senate hearing on MTR

Appalachian residents witness to the atrocities of mountaintop removal as S. 696 hits the Senate.



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Watch: Angry drunken coal miners crash party

Over 20 drunken, rowdy coal miners showed up at a party thrown by mountaintop removal critics, and cameras were there to film it all.




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Restoration no fix for mountains destroyed by coal mining

Federal law requires mining companies to restore strip mines to their original condition, but many don't bother.



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EPA stands up against mountaintop mining

Finally! The EPA declares that 79 mountaintop coal mining permits may violate the Clean Water Act.



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America's Most Endangered Mountains

A new YouTube integrated map lets Appalachian communities speak out on mountaintop coal mining.




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Environmental shockvertising: Does it work?

Two new video campaigns by Greenpeace are brave and forthright in making their point, but do they go too far?




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Mountain lovers, don't get excited yet about EPA ruling on MTR

New EPA ruling on infilling valleys may limit future mountaintop mining permits, but it's only the first step in a long process to stop the 'Appalachian Apocaly



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The war is just beginning ... on Climate TV

Yours truly will be featured on the latest edition of Climate TV talking about mountaintop mining and the future of climate activism: 'The war is just beginning



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Potomac tops list of 'endangered rivers'

The Washington, D.C., river epitomizes the ecological dangers that plague many U.S waterways, according to a national environmental group.



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7 ways humans are damaging the planet

Here are 7 before-and-after images of cities, as seen from space, showing the impact humans have had on the surrounding environment.



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Ashley Judd mulling possible Senate run

Actress and environmental activist Ashley Judd has started reaching out to prospective supporters and fundraisers for a potential 2014 run.




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Ashley Judd won't challenge Mitch McConnell's Senate seat

After months of careful consideration, actress says her 'responsibilities and energy' need to be focused on family.




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Girl returns rock to national park and earns rangers' sweet shout-out

A young parkgoer returned a rock she took from Smoky Mountains National Park along with a drawing and a nice letter.



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Phone recycling: It's easier than ever

Phone recycling has become so easy, convenient and, in some instances, profitable, there’s really no reason not to do it.




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AT&T prepares to launch eco-rating system

Customers will be able to learn more about the environmental impact of their mobile devices.



  • Sustainable Business Practices

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U.S. Postal Service expands electronics recycling program

U.S. Postal Service expands electronics recycling program. Customers can trade in old cellphones for cash at 3,100 USPS retail locations.



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AT&T sets recycling Guinness World Record

AT&T customers recycled 50,942 devices in a single week, setting a new Guinness World Record.



  • Sustainable Business Practices

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Everything's greener in Texas

Are you a homeowner interested in top-of-the-line green technology but not the uber-modern aesthetic that often accompanies it?



  • Remodeling & Design

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Canadian cob house achieves Living Building certification

Eco-Sense, described as North America's first code-approved, seismically engineered load-bearing insulated cob residence, is one of the first projects to gain s



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Unity College's deep green student 'hausing'

Unity College students settle into TerraHaus, the sustainability-focused Maine institution's new residence hall that's built to stringent, super-efficient Passi



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18 happy photos of smiling animals

It's unclear whether some animals really smile to convey joy, but these critters sure look happy.




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Michael Pollan: Energy and climate change

Michael Pollan discusses how the food system uses too much fossil fuel and reminds us that solar energy from plants is free.



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Michael Pollan: Decentralizing food

Michael Pollan explains how having such a centralized food system can be dangerous to the country.



  • Food & Drink

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Here's wishing you a rotten Christmas

Fun holiday question: What foods on your holiday menu will eventually rot?




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Oprah announces Vegan Challenge

Talk show host will spotlight how she and 378 staffers went vegan for a week.




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Illustrating the rules of food

Maira Kalman, artist for Michael Pollan’s new illustrated edition of ‘Food Rules,’ shares her thoughts on food and her inspirations for her illustrations




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Michael Pollan brings 'In Defense of Food' to PBS

Pollan's best-selling book 'In Defense of Food' answered the question, 'What should I eat?' Now the book is a documentary, airing on PBS Dec. 30.




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Partying green in tough times

While the days of excess seem to be over, a party in New York last week showed that it’s always in vogue (and on budget) to be green.



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Your gorgeous, green wedding

this is about green and sustainable weddings



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An eco-wristlet for eco-clubbing

Upcycled seatbelts make for a fashionable clubbing accessory. But will your snazzy smart phone fit into the thing?



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Red, white and booze: 11 eco-friendly drinking accessories

With a major summertime 'drinking holiday' just around the bend, make sure that you have a few libation-related odds and ends on hand for when your thirsty part




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Hitting the green sheets: '12 edition

Looking to avoid a date with pesticides this Valentine's Day? Outfit your love <s>dungeon</s> den with stylish sheets and bedding made from organic cotton and o




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Elopements are the new wedding trend

In a down economy, weddings for 2 instead of 200 are on the upswing (and they're more eco-friendly and personal, too).



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How to reduce waste during a Super Bowl party

You may feel overwhelmed with planning lots of food and buying decorations. We have simple tips to help minimize your waste at the end of the big game.




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Bark beetles&#39; own bug songs drive them crazy

Bark beetles that are ravaging Arizona's forests can be deterred by their own 'music,' according to new research.



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Colorado burns. Washington watches.

Washington has had plenty of chances to do something about the pine beetle problem, but has chosen to do nothing.