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Scientists measure LA's carbon footprint

A project at CalTech and NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory is trying to measure the carbon footprint of human activity in the Los Angeles basin.



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Startling statistic: Wasted food is world's third-biggest carbon dioxide emitter

Wasted food accounts for more greenhouse gas emissions than any country except China and the United States, according to a new report.




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Using legos to explain carbon emissions

Need climate change data defined in simpler terms? It doesn't get any easier to understand than this.




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How earthworms offset their carbon emissions

Earthworms affect the amount of carbon dioxide produced in the soil.




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French man using only things made in France

The journalist is conducting a 9-month 'economic patriotism' experiment by eating nothing but French food and using only French-made products.




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Could burying CO2 enhance energy production?

We don't want greenhouse gas emissions, but we do want energy. What if we could bury one to get more of the other?




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Starbucks' new competition: A $3,000 bike-cart

Wheely's coffee and beverage franchises are carbon-neutral and ready to compete with brick-and-mortar stores.



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Why your personal food waste matters

A poll found that almost half of the people who see food waste as a problem don’t view it as a problem they’re contributing to.




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Leonardo DiCaprio narrates new short film 'CARBON'

Actor warns of a 'catastrophic warming of the planet' if carbon pricing is not enforced to curb the emissions of the fossil fuel industry.




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What is carbon insetting?

From tree planting to better forms of farming, a growing number of businesses are investing in carbon reduction within their own supply chains.



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Could the carbon bubble ruin your retirement?

Remember the subprime mortgage bubble? The carbon bubble might be our next $6 trillion nightmare.




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Worldbeing wearable tracks your carbon footprint

I have no idea what my carbon footprint is. Do you know yours? This bracelet could help.



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U.S. Christmas decorations use more energy than many nations do in a year

Christmas is the season for many things, including a massive carbon footprint.




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Carbon dioxide could soon be transformed back into liquid fuel

What if we could turn our fuel emissions back into fuel?



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Ed Begley, Jr. hits The Simpsons

Begley showed up on 'The Simpsons' last night and was nearly hit by a solar-powered train while driving a solar-powered car during a solar eclipse.




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Movie stars on alcohol: Daryl Hannah and Ed Begley, Jr. talk sustainable fuel

Ethanol has big fans in Hollywood. Can you believe the Kill Bill Trans-Am running on biofuel? Plus: We get a video tour of Begley's garage.




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Ed Begley Jr.'s back with new book and third season of 'Living With Ed'

Ed Begley Jr.'s back with new book and third season of 'Living With Ed.' Green guru follows up his 2008 book with 'Guide to Sustainable Living' and takes his re



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Environmental Media Awards: Ed Begley and his wife Rachelle

Video: Catch up with the Begleys at The Environmental Media Awards.



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Ed Begley Jr. gets fired up on Fox News

Your favorite green celeb and mine, Ed Begley Jr., verbally jousted with Fox News guest host Stuart Varney about the science of climate change.



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Actors and activists gather to honor eco-heroes

Fran Drescher and Ed Begley, Jr. among celebs at Global Green Millennium Awards.



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With Philips latest LED release, color and convenience comes at a cost

Philips, a company known for its L Prize-winning, checking account-busting incandescent replacements, enters the web-enabled LED market with a spendy, smart and




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Nebula 12: A lamp for all seasons (and weather conditions)

For those who prefer their meteorological forecasts to be startlingly literal, check out this WiFi-enabled chandelier that magically produces indoor clou




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Space station to get insomnia-fighting light bulbs

NASA will replace the ISS's fluorescent bulbs with an array of LEDs




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NanoLight LED boasts unconventional appearance, peerless efficiency

The NanoLight, a new Kickstarter-funded 12-watt LED bulb, eschews fancy-schmancy smart capabilities and instead focuses on groundbreaking energy savings.




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From Cree, a budget LED that won't make Edison roll over in his grave

Cree makes a game-changing jump into consumer lighting with affordable LED bulbs that resemble the energy-hogging incandescents of yesteryear.




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Energy-saving lights: Options for outdoor lighting

What energy efficient outdoor lighting options are there? From high-tech to just plain tiki, you've got plenty of options for illuminating the outdoors.




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Price of budget-friendly LEDs to drop further with Energy Star certification

Thanks to Energy Star qualification, the most affordable high-quality LED on the market, the Cree LED Bulb, just got even cheaper.



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Why the legalization of marijuana may be good for agriculture

Pot growers have traditionally had a negative impact on the environment — but that may be about to change.




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McDonald's opens LEED-certified restaurant in N.C.

Fast food and environmentalism aren't always seen as compatible. The owner of this green-built McDonald's hopes to change that.



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Shining a light on energy-efficient light bulbs [Infographic]

The phasing out of incandescent bulbs in favor of more energy-efficient bulbs needn't be a confusing.




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More illumination on why you should ditch those old bulbs [Infographic]

Seventy percent of sockets contain inefficient light bulbs. Here's how to switch them out with energy-saving models while minding your lumens and your watts.




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War on light bulb efficiency rages on with GOP-backed rider

Just when you thought energy-efficient light bulb uprisings were a thing of the past, the DOE is now powerless when it comes to enforcing efficiency standards.




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Alba: World's first responsive LED bulb learns while illuminating

Meet a brainy LED bulb equipped with embedded sensors that will help you sleep better (and save a bundle of cash).



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The Beacon: LED chandelier is a dazzling, data-driven showstopper

Pittsburgh's newest high-rise displays building performance stats in a most stunning manner.



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2,000 NYC pigeons to perform in spellbinding aerial light show

Pigeon-fancying provocateur Duke Riley's 'Fly By Night' is set to dazzle over the East River.




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U.N. wants to help countries banish incandescent bulbs once and for all

Model guidelines from the U.N. for energy-efficient light bulbs aid developing nations in smoothly transitioning from incandescents to LEDs.



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Eco fashion for men? Yes!

Three Leaves (finally) brings men's eco fashion to online shoppers.



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The Hunt helps online shoppers with difficult-to-find items

If you've ever had trouble finding something online, a new website is here to help.



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3-D printing weaves its way into fashion

From jewelry and shoes to full-length gowns, 3-D printing may be the future of fashion.



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How one bride's disappointment launched a fair trade wedding dress company

A fair trade wedding dress maker discusses how her business was born.




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Stealth Wear: An anti-drone hoodie

Countersurveillance clothing is emerging as a niche market in the fashion industry.



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The best of New York Fashion Week—so far

From natural beauty to parties, openings and shows, the start of fashion week brings plenty of green goodness!



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Creative jewelry storage solutions

Find what you need, avoid tangled necklaces, and enjoy your jewelry again with these fun storage ideas.



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Emily Deschanel brings vegan fashion to the 2013 Emmy Awards

'Bones' actress walked the red carpet in a custom Houghton one-sleeved gown and custom vegan Aldo pumps.



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Abercrombie & Fitch, in reversal of exclusionary policy, now selling larger sizes

After a drubbing in the media, the formerly popular brand is making amends.



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RefrigiWear: Freezerwear for fashionistas

The industry’s leading manufacturer of insulated industrial workwear keeps workers safe and warm, but many of their designs are hitting the streets as well.



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A grown-up onesie: Elevate your loungin'!

Hoodsie brings color and style to adult-sized onesies.



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Fashion Revolution Day is coming to shake up the industry

April 24th is the anniversary of the Rana Plaza garment factory collapse; Fashion Revolution Day wants to change how our clothes are made.



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San Francisco eyes last season's fashions with new recycling initiative

Feel free to leave your heart in San Francisco, but don't forget to drop those old boxer shorts and blouses in one of the city's new textile recycling bins.




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'Hercules' star Kellan Lutz to don sustainable tux for Oscars

Actor will be participating in Suzy Amis Cameron's 'Red Carpet Green Dress' challenge.



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