Following a protracted court battle, Six Flags Great Adventure is set to become the world's first theme park that's fully powered by the sun.

Lives would be saved and farmers would enjoy a healthy profit from the switch from tobacco to solar, according to a Michigan Tech-led case study.

California approved new rules that require new homes and low-rise apartment buildings to use solar panels starting in 2020.

The Sahara, one of the largest deserts in the world, could be transformed into a more hospitable place thanks to clean energy.

When you can't harvest crops, why not harvest the sun?

If you want your way of life to come to a bitter end, follow the example of ancient civilizations like the Sumerians and the Olmecs and use up all the available

The retiring three-term Republican will leave behind many legacies, including a strong anti-environment record.

A '60 Minutes' investigation shows that the company that owned the Deepwater Horizon rig moved its headquarters to avoid paying taxes.

Researchers have developed a soap made of iron rich salts which could one day safely clean tainted water.

While 'America Revealed' with Yul Kwon explores how typical systems work, we also explain new oil cleanup technology and Titanic history.

Beautiful solar system map by Eleanor Lutz shows the orbits of more than 18,000 celestial objects.

Scientists propose dropping poison to kill mice on the Farallon Islands, but there's concern that wildlife and water quality will suffer.

Mother's Day gifts. Mother Nature’s big day was in April. Now there are only a few days left until that special Sunday that we’ve (in the U.S., anyway) set

Mother's Day songs. In the history of rock, pop and ballads, there are simply way too many songs about mothers that, frankly, Mom would not be happy about.

Fear of toxins unites Wayne County community against dumping of coal ash waste.

Why aren't women counted in most exercise studies? Their periods tend to mess up the data.

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

Weight lifting does more than just pump you up; it can increase your chances for survival.

Climatologist documents Greenland's warming conditions with a photo of sled dogs splashing in meltwater on top of sea ice.

Electronics giant announces it will compensate workers relocating to China for the poor quality of air they will have to breathe.

It's a breakthrough that scientists around the world have been pursuing for years.

Some cities outside the U.S. are banning school drop-offs by car. They say it saves time — and lives.

This NASA image highlights wildfires, hurricanes and dust storms to show off the Earth's air quality.

Researchers study the genetic secrets of the world's last Pinta Island tortoise.

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Fans of Mother Nature Network's Facebook page can win a box full of green, limited-edition Ball® canning jars and much more.

A medium-size solar flare erupted from the sun this weekend, hurling a cloud of plasma and charged particles toward Earth on a cosmic path that is expected to d

Animals use their senses to detect other animals, communicate and do some wild things. Can you identify the super senses of these animals?

Bison have been named our new national mammal. Test your knowledge of this species that's so critical to North America's ecology.

It's time for some healthy change. Here are some fundamental truths you need to know about diet, exercise and other wellness goals.

Hearth and Home Technologies says 100 million homes can be heated sustainably with wood pellets.

HyperSolar magnifying film can increase solar panel efficiency by up to 300%, making solar competitive with fossil fuels.

In the 10 years since Osama bin Laden became a household name, we have fought a war on terror, watched oil prices skyrocket and continued to get oil from the sa

Harish Hande launched his solar company to dispel the myth that renewable energy was too expensive for poor people. The West could learn something from him.

A well-known Chinese solar power company has filed for bankruptcy, but this may actually be a sign of health for the industry.

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

A colorful oath or spirited expletive can heal the body and soul. (We have the science to prove it.)

New hi-tech Environ thermostat allows you to remotely monitor and control your home energy use.

The new towers collect much more sunlight during the mornings, evenings and all days of the year regardless of clouds or shadows

If the Motes project is successful, it will make remote sensing as easy as using an iPhone. They are currently raising funds on Indiegogo,

Incentives for recycling old or unwanted electronics may be the best solution.

Intel's Compute Stick turns your big TV into a working Windows computer.

The new screens are less than a millimeter thick and weigh next to nothing.

Greenpeace reports what the world's leading consumer electronics companies are doing to address their environmental impacts.

The longing you feel to get away is ancient, says writer Clemens Arvay, a desire to interact with nature and leave behind the material world.

Hundreds of hikers battle altitude sickness and frostbite as they wait in line to summit Mount Everest.

Dr. Bronner's Magic Soaps, the health food store staple with confounding labeling, has been a green home fixture for over 60 years.

Did you know you could be polluting the air in your house by burning candles? Learn more here.

Delightfully fizzy and well-flavored, these kombucha sodas are a healthy choice.

The Organic Trade Association is hosting an online organic discussion and inviting everyone to participate in the #OrganicFestival.