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For Pawlenty, it's not easy being green

Tim Pawlenty, the former Minnesota governor, is perhaps the greenest Republican candidate running for president, but he was once even greener.




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Mitt Romney's environmental record

The latest Republican to officially jump into the presidential race has a history of speaking out on energy and environmental policy.




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Cap and trade is facing obstacles across the country

Cap and trade may finally be finished in Washington, but it's been dying elsewhere for a while.




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Rick Perry's environmental record

The Texas governor has a clear environmental platform — whether you like it or not is a different story.




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Get ready to tumble: An eco-friendly dryer sheet ... minus the sheet

In an effort to wean America off landfill-clogging synthetic dryer sheets, Method introduces a curious new laundry product that's essentially 100 heat-activated




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A happier, healthier hearth: Handmade and DIY fire starter alternatives

Avoiding chemical starter logs and gels but not in the mood to go out and gather pine needles? As fireplace season approaches, consider these fume-free fire sta




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What kind of storage containers will handle all my gear?

Get organized with storage containers BEFORE the holidays. From basic plastic to woven grasses to vintage trunks, we've got the bases covered on where to stash




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Why do we mostly only drink milk from cows?

There are millions of animals on the planet, yet the milk Americans drink almost exclusively comes from cows.




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The Squatty Potty makes me feel skinny

When a company's goal is 'to change the way we poop, one 'stool' at a time,' you just have to check it out.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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Review: Life Without Plastic Freezycup steel popsicle mold

The Freezycup popsicle mold makes it easy to make your own frozen treats without using a bit of plastic. It's a great product, if a bit pricey.




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Shop small on Small Business Saturday

Support local small businesses in your area on the Saturday after Thanksgiving.



  • Sustainable Business Practices

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Recycled glass Coke bottles treated to high-design afterlife in Japan

Coca-Cola teams up with Tokyo-based design studio Nendo to release a collection of gorgeous recycled glass tableware dubbed, most fittingly, Bottleware.




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How to choose an eco-friendly fireplace

Is there an eco-friendly fireplace? From pellet stoves to bio-ethanol fireplaces, engineered logs and wood-burning inserts, here's an enviro breakdown.




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Pet playthings: Hiber-Nation '13

Here's a few notable, eco-friendly distractions for antsy pets forced to spend more time indoors due to cruddy weather.




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Spa day: Hiber-Nation '13

With springtime finally in sight, it's time to start thinking about dusting off the cobwebs of winter with the help of at-home spa goodies.




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How eco-friendly brands get Hollywood exposure

Spied some natural dish soap or gluten-free snacks on your favorite TV show? Green Product Placement gets eco-friendly goods some time in front of the camera.




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The dirtless dozen: 12 springtime tidy-up tools

Before you start (begrudgingly) scouring, scrubbing, shampooing and sprucing up, consider adding these eco-friendly spring cleaning tools.




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The house bunny: Easter '13 edition

It's time to break out the contraband Kinder eggs and get decorating with these handmade and eco-friendly Easter/springtime decor picks.




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Weaver's Organic Blend makes a really great cup of coffee

This artisan, certified organic, Fair Trade coffee is one of the best our food blogger has had in her home.




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5 cool, eco-friendly flip-flops

Flip-flops are summer's shoe; here's how to wear them best.



  • Natural Beauty & Fashion

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Do compostable bags really work?

Find out how advances in technology have helped improve these bags, which are designed to break down in your compost pile.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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High camp: 13 must-haves for the Great Backyard American Campout '13

Plan on roughing it as part of the Great American Backyard Campout later this month? Don't leave behind your flask, flashlight.




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License to grill: 10 space-saving, urbanite-friendly BBQ grills

With the high season of outdoor cookery about to kick into full swing, a look at 10 petite BBQ grills that don't require a massive backyard to fire up.




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All 'Merican: Independence Day entertaining gear from the AMDC

Aadd a dash of homegrown design to your Fourth of July blowout with items designed and/or sold by members of the American Design Club.



  • Remodeling & Design

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Meet the entrepreneur who's betting you'll eat bugs

Harman Johar is an entomologist and businessman who believes this acquired taste is sensible, stylish and sustainable.




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One percent of global commercial wood supply used to make IKEA products

Home furnishings retailer IKEA uses about 1 percent of the world's commercial wood supply to make its products.




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9 household hydration helpers for heat waves

As parts of the country enter day three of a heat wave, it's time to consider breaking out the big guns: Ice straws and stainless steel popsicle molds.




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Going beyond the dorm: 2013 edition

Are you (or is your baby) heading off to college soon? Consider these 12 unique and useful items




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Blue Apron ships healthy ingredients to your home and you do the rest

Blue Apron is a unique ingredient delivery service for people who want to cook delicious, healthy meals at home but lack the time to shop and plan.




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5 cozy lightweight sweaters for transitional temperatures

The end of summer and beginning of autumn mean warm days and cold nights; bring one of these sweaters along to keep comfy.



  • Natural Beauty & Fashion

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8 stylish countertop storage solutions for National Bulk Foods Week

In addition to keeping green by hitting up the bulk food bins this week, outfit your kitchen with attractive receptacles to store all those garbanzo beans.




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Are vegan shoes eco-friendly?

We often assume vegan means eco-friendly. Get the facts on vegan shoes and put your greenest foot forward.




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Green product certification: 21 symbols you should recognize

Here's your guide to the green product & sustainability lables found on everything from fish to light bulbs.



  • Sustainable Business Practices

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10 items you didn't know were made in America

In honor of American Made Matters Day, we rounded up 10 products manufactured in the U.S.




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California tile company is turning boxy TVs into kitchen backsplashes

The scavenge-happy folks at Fireclay Tile launch a Kickstarter campaign to help transform old CRT TVs and computer monitors into stunning glass tiles.




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5 ways to have a greener Christmas

Here are some simple ways to have a more eco-friendly Christmas.




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This Valentine’s Day think both romantic and sustainable

The Rainforest Alliance offers five suggestions for making Valentine’s Day traditions more earth-friendly.




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Speckless spending: 12 springtime tidy-up tools

Sure, you may be able to get by with baking soda and elbow grease. But if you're looking to add to your arsenal of spring cleaning tools, some suggestions ...




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Diapers made from jellyfish? Researchers say it's a cleaner, more efficient option

Diapers made from jellyfish biodegrade in less than 30 days and soak up twice the mess.



  • Babies & Pregnancy

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Little Green Pouch: An eco-friendly food pouch for kids

Tired of throwing away so many food pouches? These reusable ones might help solve your problem.




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Martha-approved, American-made gear for your next BBQ or backyard bash

Since nothing quite says 'U.S.A.' like summertime grilling and imbibing, consider these entertaining must-haves from the Martha Stewart American Made Market.




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A better business shirt that's easy on the Earth

Tuckerman & Co.'s student founders are working their values from 'dirt to shirt.'



  • Natural Beauty & Fashion

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Is your reusable bag making you fat?

New study finds that reusable bag users are more likely to reward themselves with junk food.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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Alaska startup turns 'fishy' trash into talked-about treasures

Tidal Vision makes sustainable salmon leather goods and crab shell clothing.



  • Sustainable Business Practices

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Website only stocks products that last a lifetime

Tired of replacing stuff every few years? This website solves that problem.




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Ocean-friendly surfboards balance science, art

Former surfing champion Ashley Lloyd Thompson is making waves in the world of surfboard shaping.




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Is it unmanly to care about the environment?

The green gender gap is a thing. Studies show women are more attuned to the environment, and that some men may think the 'green' movement un-masculine.




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Kroger to eliminate plastic bags by 2025

The supermarket giant also committed to lowering the amount of waste it produces.



  • Sustainable Business Practices

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Costner testifies before Congress about oil filtration technology

Actor and entrepreneur says his centrifuges could make a difference in small-scale oil cleanups.



  • Arts & Culture

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Costner wants oil spill tech to be his legacy

Speaking on 'Larry King Live', actor says he hopes his tombstone reads 'And he made movies, too.'



  • Arts & Culture