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SafetyTats gives kids with food allergies an extra layer of protection

Parents need help keeping a child with food allergies away from life-threatening foods. Temporary tattoos with vital information can lend a hand.




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Millennials' relationship with books and information

Millennials have grown up with gadgets, yet they are more likely than older adults to say that a lot of important info is not available on the Internet.




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Marine artist Wyland encourages kids to connect with the environment through art

Wyland Foundation's National Art Contest helps kids think about how they can protect the oceans.



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Girl helps rebuild family's home with lemonade stand

10-year-old Alyssa De La Sala set up a drink stand, and the response was overwhelming.




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Teen's video honored with Breakthrough Prize

18-year-old Ryan Chester joins 13 scientists feted at the 2015 Breakthrough Awards.



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One day without plastic. Can you do it?

Take the pledge to go plastic-free on Feb. 21, which has been dubbed Plastic-Free Day.




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Tea Party candidates Paladino and O'Donnell win with anti-environment platforms

Now all Republican Senate candidates this November are on the record denying global warming.




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Manchin's gunslinging comes with some kickback

The newly elected senator is having a tough time getting on committees after taking 'dead aim' at the cap-and-trade bill during the campaign season.




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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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With new air care line, Method bids adieu to the aerosol can

The green cleaning powerhouse reintroduces its home fragrance line with a collection of spray air fresheners powered by pressurized air technology.




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Crippled rescue dog finds forever home with Clooney family

The troubled life of Nate the terrier gets a Hollywood ending thanks to George and Amal Clooney.




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Captain Planet Foundation celebrates 25 years with star-studded gala, new initiatives

Nonprofit, cofounded by media mogul Ted Turner, has been an instrumental force in supporting global environmental education since 1991.



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David Attenborough concludes 'Planet Earth II' with heartfelt appeal

Legendary naturalist and broadcaster urges humanity not to 'lose its connection with the natural world.'



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Carrie Underwood's dog tackles paralysis with hydrotherapy

Carrie Underwood gives her dog water therapy to deal with paralysis in his back legs.




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How Bill Nye will rescue us with science

The Science Guy is back, just in time to 'Save the World' with verifiable facts and guest stars like Alton Brown.



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David Attenborough 'coming to terms' with memory loss (but no, he's not retiring)

Famed naturalist David Attenborough says that despite his scripts taking longer to write, he has absolutely no plans of retiring.



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Stephen Hawking's son reminisces on his funny, competitive bond with his dad

Tim Hawking says he added swear words to his dad's speech software and used his wheelchair as a go-kart.



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Raise a toast to Harry and Meghan with these affordable sparkling wines

Check out these $20 (or less) bottles from around the world, plus a bottle of fizz to splurge on.




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Are we headed for a world without turtles?

Six in 10 turtle species are threatened or already extinct, according to a new study.




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Composting with a cable news anchor

MSNBC's Contessa Brewer on her little-known off-camera hobby.




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Let's get Earth Day over with so we can get back to education and action

As marketers use Earth Day to hock anything and everything, including a 'Real Housewives' episode, bloggers weigh in on the ridiculousness of it all.




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Celebrate National Park Week with free fees

You can celebrate Earth Day all week long with free admission to any national park.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Our toxic relationship with our gadgets [Infographic]

The more we hooked we get on gadgets, the more often obsolete technology ends up in landfills.



  • Gadgets & Electronics

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Toast Earth Day with sustainable California wines

Meet the winners of the first California Green Medal: Sustainable Winegrowing Leadership Awards.




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We are one: Inspiring film 'Planetary' offers fresh perspective on our relationship with Earth

Thought-provoking documentary weaves together stunning imagery with enlightening interviews to show how connected we are to our planet.



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5 questions you should ask yourself before taking a selfie with an animal

The barrage of Darwin Award-worthy and just plain cruel animal selfie photos in the news is our cue for a reality check.




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For this beautiful bird, life is better with zygodactyl feet

If a bird has zygodactyl feet, that means two toes point forward and two point back. This makes life easier for woodpeckers, owls, parrots and ospreys.




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The problem with fake service dogs

More states are cracking down on owners who falsely call their pets service animals.




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Glenn Beck is nothing without fear

Fox News' resident rightwing rodeo clown pulls out a heaping dose of hypocrisy when he accuses world leaders gathered in Copenhagen of 'fear mongering'.



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Finding peace with a pack and a trail

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



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Cooking with beer for a Father's Day meal

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




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These students came up with an ingenious way to keep buildings cool

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



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Irish teen wins Google Science Fair with project to remove microplastics from water

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



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N.J. man powers house with hybrid car

Bob Sakala bought his Toyota Prius Hybrid to save gas. In the week since Hurricane Sandy, he powered his home on three-quarters of a tank of gas.




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BMW i8 Spyder: Up close with an eco-friendly supercar

Eco-friendly cars get a bad reputation as trading fun for efficiency, but BMW is looking to change that with its i8 Spyder concept.




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15 things you can do with a cheese grater

Sure you can grate cheese with a grater, but that knuckle scraper can be a versatile kitchen tool.




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5 ways to open a bottle without a corkscrew

Don't have a bottle opener? Summer your inner MacGyver with these tips.




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Turn your shower into a spa with these DIY aromatherapy squares

Homemade aromatherapy shower squares can help relieve stress and even allergies. Here's how to make them yourself.



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How to build muscle without weights

Have too little time to hit the gym — or too few bucks to join one? Here, then, is some guidance on how to build muscle without the gym.



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'The Coffin Club' faces death with a song

New Zealand filmmaker showcases free-spirited seniors embracing death by building and decorating their own coffins.



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Dress up ice cubes with these 9 edible flowers

These 9 edible flowers will boost your cold beverage game.




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How to hang a birdhouse without harming a tree

Hanging a birdhouse means considering not only the birds but also the tree. Here's how to protect your trees and your feathered friends.




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Inspire others with your nature photos

Enter The Nature Conservancy's digital photography contest for a chance to see your work on the cover of the nonprofit's annual calendar.



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14 artists with a green message

Here are 15 talented eco-artists who are redefining art's relationship with Mother Nature.



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Portrait of a coffee farmer, created with recycled grounds

Filipino artist and environmentalist Vincent Francisco Navarro paid homage to coffee farmers by painting portraits of them with used grounds.



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Beating back the lionfish with knife and fork

If you can't beat them, eat them — that's what Jamaica and Florida are doing with lionfish, and there’s been a big drop in sightings of this invasive species.




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Meet Julia, Sesame Street's first kid with autism

Julia is part of Sesame Street's campaign to help kids with autism feel loved and accepted.




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How to connect children with the natural world in your own backyard

Nancy Striniste, a landscape designer and educator, has written a book, "Nature Play at Home," and launched a movement around creating natural play spaces.




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Your cat thinks you're a much larger cat with good taste in food

Dr. John Bradshaw decodes cat behavior and explains what felines really think of us.




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See the best of Grand Bahama (Without the cruise ship)

Sitting in the Caribbean, only 56 miles from the coast of Florida, Grand Bahama is one of the closest major islands to the United States. Easy access from the N