Michael Pollan's State of the Movement Address from the Georgia Organics Convention

Michael Pollan breaks down his address into different components.

A nonbinding resolution calls for meatless options to be offered.

With a major summertime 'drinking holiday' just around the bend, make sure that you have a few libation-related odds and ends on hand for when your thirsty part

In his last scheduled trip to the nation's capital as governor, Dave Freudenthal has some frank discussions with policy makers — and this MNN blogger.

One man says a century of rhetoric on oil shale shows that it's an idea that will never come to fruition.

The success of two elementary school volunteer projects earned a shelter a donation from the Petco Foundation.

Is a bill that treats homelessness as a medical condition flawed? Or is it just what the doctor ordered?

Walter Carr, a dedicated young employee, wins accolades in Alabama for going above and beyond to get to his first day of work.

Some are eyeing empty department stores as potential transitional housing for the homeless.

A new study suggests people who deliver bad news are never seen as innocent.

Republicans are licking their chops about questioning the EPA administrator, but recent history shows that may be exactly what she wants.

White House Council of Economic Advisers Chairman Austan Goolsbee is seeking feedback from small business owners and entrepreneurs.

President Obama joined CEA Chairman Austan Goolsbee at the "Winning the Future" Forum on Small Business in Cleveland.

From sustainability as a means of innovation to envisioning a prosperous, peaceful future free of oil, coal and nuclear energy, these five books are taking care

Critics of renewable energy are obsessed with the costs and practicalities of cleantech right this instant. Visitors to Silicon Valley in the 1970s didn't see t

The heat from the sun heats up metal oxides that in turn release oxygen atoms that mingle with steam. Hydrogen molecules can then be captured and stored.

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.

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."

On the bicentennial of Thoreau's birth, a brief look into his life captures what makes the writer an American icon.

From Ikea to Walmart, corporations are increasingly interested in generating their own power. Where does that leave utilities?

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.

With stingers that are harmless to humans, stingless bees could be the pollinators that save the day.

Video: Newscasters say relationship may be old news, but it does add a new twist to a day of reunions.

We can't just build better; we have to change the way we live.

Direct-to-consumer water filter company Mesopaper removes a variety of contaminants without the mess, waste or high price tag.

Tuesday, Jan. 28 marked the 28th anniversary of the destruction of the space shuttle Challenger and loss of the crew.

20-acre solar installation near Walt Disney World’s Epcot theme park has begun supplying clean energy this spring.

A new feature added to Project Sunroof, a free solar mapping tool from Google, makes keeping up with Joneses even easier.

Using satellite data and machine learning, researchers have mapped the movements of over 70,000 industrial fishing vessels.

Mother's Day meals. Whether your mom’s a vegan, a vegetarian or an omnivore, she’ll love at least one of these cupcake recipes.

The daughter-in-law and granddaughter of famous explorer Jacques Cousteau continue the mission of water stewardship.

Mother's Day may be the perfect time for Duchess and Buttercup to find a family.

Rhabdomyolysis is rare, but if your workouts cause extreme soreness or swelling, check with your doctor.

Your social network predicts your health and wellness more than your fitness tracker, study finds.

The Canary is a smoke and carbon monoxide detector-cum-air quality analyzer sporting good looks and remarkable smarts.

Bringing nature into the workplace can give you a bit more energy and reduce stress.

Skeptics question whether China can grow its economy and fight emissions. The truth is, it has no choice.

Mercury is not just hellishly hot but apparently covered in brimstone. A vast part of the planet is covered with dried lava – enough to bury the state of Tex

A NASA spacecraft slammed into the surface of Mercury on Thursday, April 30, bringing a groundbreaking mission to a dramatic end.

How smart are you when it comes to keeping clean and germ-free? Take our quiz and find out.

Many breeds have stand-out physical characteristics that make it easy to identify them, but can you name the dog from its ears?

Take the tail end of a hint and see if you know the answer!

Not all penguins make their home in icy Antarctica. See if you know where in the world to find these penguin species.

Step aside, retrievers and beagles, and let these rare dogs trot into the spotlight. From Pulis to Leonbergers, how much do you know about these breeds?

Sure herbs and spices taste wonderful, but do you know what benefits they provide to your body?

The vision of an energy-efficient super grid that allows powers companies to communicate real-time may be possible through Google-Spectrum Bridge partnership.

The Guest-Imator is a digital portion calculator that even considers the amount of leftovers you want to have. It works for vegan meals, too.

Sweden is to thank (go figure) for a hot new lifestyle trend known as plogging that encourages participants to beautify cities while burning calories.

We often hear about the negative impacts of stress, but some stress is necessary — and even healthy.