James Balog photographs disappearing glaciers showing global warming evidence in time-lapse photography in the award-winning documentary Chasing Ice.

NASA's newest rover won't be exploring another planet, but will take a look at part of our own.

Shrinking Arctic sea ice is shifting polar weather patterns, especially in fall and winter.

Scientists have gained insight into the cause of the global sea level rise with the discovery that warm ocean water is primarily melting the ice shelves.

What does a splintering iceberg sound like underwater? Imagine the cracks and pops of an ice cube melting in a glass of lemonade multiplied on a colossal scale.

Bigger surface melts in recent years are softening the interior of the ice like a stick of butter.

Melting Arctic sea ice has contributed considerably more to warming at the top of the world than previously predicted by climate models.

New research proves that the Peruvian glacier is shrinking due to climate change.

Researchers who have analyzed satellite images of the icy region suggest that the glaciers' acceleration may be cause for concern.

About half of the surface warming that's helping shrink Greenland's glaciers is due to temperatures in the tropical Pacific Ocean.

The recently completed catalog will help researchers understand the effects of climate change and address water issues of local communities.

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.

More ships are navigating the perilous, frigid Northwest Passage through the Arctic Ocean, with large passenger vessels soon to join them.

Greenland is famous for its massive glaciers, but the region was relatively free of ice until about 2.7 million years ago.

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.

The glacier-carved inlets play an outsized role in the global carbon cycle, a new study reports.

Antarctica's fading glaciers may offer surprising ecological perks, a new study finds, but the net result is still bad.

Thru-hiking is a way of life for substitute teacher and former marathoner Erin Saver.

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.

Massive UV-resistant blankets are designed to slow down the melt.

A study from the European Geosciences Union suggests that undersea barriers could limit sea level rise related to melting glaciers.

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.

These aerial images highlight the devastating effect global warming has on the arctic.

Exploits in escarole: See what happens when a mom who's not exactly fond of green veggies forks over $900 for nine months of fresh produce.

Morieka Johnson says she gets more bang for her buck from high-quality food. (Expensive shoes are another matter.)

Planning to surf in Malibu this summer? Hang ten at Zuma Beach -- then stop by Vital Zuman Organic Farm for delicious local produce.

While Morieka Johnson usually loves a good bargain, she knows that when it comes to local, sustainably raised beef, you get what you pay for.

MNN's lifestyle blogger finds the sheer heft of local, organic produce weighs heavily on her car-lite lifestyle. How do you get your local food home?

Think ahead to ensure that you're getting local foods for as much of the year as you can.

Fresh, seasonal produce shouldn't cost a fortune.

Jenn Breckenridge of the Burn Clean blog recommends 3 fun, funky & functional gifts for Father's Day.

Father's Day doesn't get as much publicity as Mother's Day, but that doesn't mean he's not special.

Father's Day gift idea: homemade beer kit. If you're into alfresco imbibing, you probably spend a fair amount of time during the summer months frequenting local

Father's Day is coming up, read about what 10 different green blogger dads would like to get for the holiday.

Use beer to steam mussels and other ideas to try when you're making a meal for dad.

Don't waste money on an old-fashioned tie. And don't waste money on these gifts either.

Need a gift for dad in a hurry? Here are six great Father's Day gifts you can whip up this weekend.

This light, spicy, beer is perfect for saying “Cheers” to dad on Father’s Day and enjoying throughout the whole summer.

A newly developed insulation from students at California State University could dramatically reduce the cost of air conditioning.

A new study finds footwear desensitizes feet and may even affect balance. It's time to embrace the callus.

Irish teen Fionn Ferreira won the 2019 Google Science Fair for removing microplastics from water.

Solar Foods is set to unveil a fully sustainable, carbon-neutral food that can be produced anywhere.

Wearable air conditioners may help wean us off our emissions-happy ways.

Mirror neurons help us imitate each other's expressions and the feelings that go with them.

Finnish researchers have developed a strong, flexible material from spider silk and tree cellulose.

What do a Nigerian shuttle service, an Indian job placement program, and a South African parent empowerment initiative have in common?

Limbaugh blasts GM for trying to sell the Chevrolet Volt in China, but his central premise (based on a New York Times story, no less) may be wrong.

Don't miss the best original stories of the week from Mother Nature Network.

A video interview with Benoit Jacob, the luxury carmaker's new electric and hybrid vehicle line's designer.

General Motors sold more than 1,100 Chevy Volts in October.