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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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Spring rewind 2014: 15 singular stories worth revisiting

From pistachio shell-powered eco-cities to tiny houses on the moon, this spring certainly wasn't short on starry-eyed intrigue and bold ambition.




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Super-futuristic Hong Kong skyscraper is topped with rice paddy

Uncle Ben meets 'Blade Runner' in this wild vertical farming concept that also incorporates aquaculture, wind energy and 'algae facades.'



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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Transparent solar windows generate energy without obstructing the view

Researchers have developed solar concentrators that can be placed on windows or cellphone screens.



  • Research & Innovations

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A parade of fictional bears, starting with Teddy

Whether they were based on the real thing or imagined, we welcomed these bears into our homes with abandon.




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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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George Lucas' groundbreaking art museum exits Chicago

After two years of fighting for permission to build along the city's waterfront, Lucas says he's pivoting back to California.



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The true story of a legendary coyote is coming to Hollywood

Two Toes, the original wiley coyote of the American West, is on the verge of howling on the silver screen.




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9 exceedingly creepy cat movies

Felines, both heroic and villainous, play prominent roles in these 9 whisker-heavy horror films.



  • Arts & Culture

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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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'One Big Home' profiles America's obsession with supersized dwellings

In the documentary "One Big Home," carpenter Thomas Bena goes behind the scenes to explores the trophy homes and "starter castles" of Martha's Vineyard.



  • Remodeling & Design

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Watching nature documentaries boosts happiness, says study

Anxiety and fear give way to joy and awe when we tune into scenes of the natural world, finds a study commissioned by BBC, makers of "Planet Earth II."



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Mom? … Anybody? Adorable bear cub needs a hand with clingy scallop

This grizzly bear cub thought he was just enjoying a day at the river's edge before a scallop shell ruined it.




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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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9 movies starring solar eclipses

From musicals to thrillers, there's more than a few flicks out there where the solar eclipse has a starring role.



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Carrie Fisher's dog reportedly got emotional during 'The Last Jedi' premiere

Gary Fisher, the dog owned by late actress Carrie Fisher, perked up every time Leia spoke.




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Is 'Black Panther' boosting black cat adoptions?

Anecdotal social media posts suggest that the Marvel blockbuster 'Black Panther' is spurring folks to adopt black cats.




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'Migrating with the Sandhill Cranes': Follow the journey

Bryan Nelson's short film, "Migrating with the Sandhill Cranes," profiles one couple's epic journey to migrate with sandhill cranes from New Mexico to Alaska.




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6 amazing benefits of garlic

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



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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8 surprising facts about pigs

Pigs are smart, emotional animals that have lived alongside humans for thousands of years. In the Year of the Pig, here are some surprising pig facts.




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An office with a view: Kicking back on a wind turbine hundreds of feet in the air

Redditor Demo_of_demo shared this beautiful photo taken from high atop his wind-turbine "office."




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9 ingenious wind turbine designs

To harness the power of the wind, some creative minds have looked beyond the traditional turbine. You may never look at a kite in the same way again.




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5 super-cool energy projects being backed by the U.S. government

It's worth keeping tabs on some of the super-cool clean tech projects being backed by ARPA-E. Here are some of our favorites.




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Renewables outpacing natural gas, IEA says

Renewable energy will surpass natural gas as the planet's No. 2 electricity source by 2016, according to a new report from the International Energy Agency.




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These clever wind turbines store energy for when the wind's not blowing

This isn't your father's turbine. It can create more electricity at lower wind speeds and does a better job of predicting the supply of wind energy.




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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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Why everyone is talking about energy storage

Renewable energy is already growing rapidly. But these recent developments in energy storage could prove to be a game changer.




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This huge project could change the wind game

At the heart of an ambitious clean energy project envisioned by the Dutch is a man-made island nine times the size of Disneyland.




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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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20 household things you can clean with salt

Add this kitchen mainstay to your arsenal of natural cleaners.




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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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5 tiny home design ideas worth stealing

These fun designs will win over even the toughest of skeptics.



  • Remodeling & Design

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Spring cleaning: 5 ways to get your kids to help

Spring cleaning can be fun for the whole family with these fun tips for getting kids involved.




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Shedding life's excess baggage for life in a vintage RV [Video]

Tour a "top-of-the-line" 1970s RV inhabited by a recovering shopaholic who has given up the garage sales for a simpler life that's not dictated by stuff.



  • Remodeling & Design

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How to clean a bathroom without going crazy

You might be surprised at the one thing that can make the task much more bearable.




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The scrubbing, scouring and squeegeeing robots of CES

While they may lack a certain je ne sais quoi possessed by Rosie, there are machines out there wiling to clean your filthy windows and BBQ grill.



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A DIY guide to green cleaning

The ultimate guide to natural cleaning for every room in your home.




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How to change your life by decluttering

A shift in how you think about housekeeping could result in a tidier and more relaxed life.




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The experts' secrets to getting organized

Out with the old and in with the new — as in a new, healthier perspective on your life and all your stuff.




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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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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 fold everything

Don't let those infuriating fitted sheets and cumbersome sleeping bags get to you! Here's how to fold them and more!




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Why bullet journaling is a genius idea

The basic organizing concept is flexible and creative yet specific enough to work for most people.



  • Arts & Culture

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A realist's guide to spring cleaning

Wipe lightbulbs? Wash doormats? My spring cleaning routine strays far from The Good Housekeeping Institute's unachievable checklist.




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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.



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Why is spring cleaning a thing?

The tidy tradition of spring cleaning is rooted in many cultures and may even be biological.