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Monarch butterflies make a pit stop in Colorado

Video shows Monarch Butterflies stopping in Colorado at John Martin Reservoir State Park as they migrate to Mexico.




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California's monarch butterfly population has declined by 99% since the 1980s

The western monarch population may be on the verge of collapsing.




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Disneynature's 'African Cats' in theaters for Earth Day

A heads-up to parents about Disneynature's newest release follows the story of two feline families struggling to survive in the African savannah.




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Video: Water Changes Everything

A new video from charity: water offers hope for the 1 billion people who don't have easy access to clean water. Actress Kristen Bell narrates this well-done vid




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Earth Day entertainment guide

Your guide to TV and movies celebrating the planet for Earth Week 2012.



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Google Doodle for Earth Day is an interactive delight

The search engine shows the globe some love in celebration of April 22.




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GIFs imagine Miami, Boston under 25 feet of seawater

Let these disaster movie-esque GIFs of four major cities being swallowed up by rising sea levels serve as your motivation to help combat climate change.



  • Climate & Weather

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All the world's water, in a single drop

Take a look at what the world's water supply would look like as a single drop - and find out what your family can do to protect it.



  • Research & Innovations

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How Carla Hall, Mayim Bialik, Andy Richter and Izabella Miko protect the planet

We asked Carla Hall, Mayim Bialik, Andy Richter, Izabella Miko about their Earth Day plans.



  • Arts & Culture

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Earth Day-themed entertainment bonanza will keep you busy this month

Celebrate the planet with these TV shows, movies and even a radio program.



  • Arts & Culture

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Peter Max never tires of painting for the planet

Max creates bold, iconic posters for events like Earth Day and groups like Greenpeace.



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Bangladesh minister responds to climate deniers

Minister says natural disasters in his home country are evidence of climate change.




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5 tips for winter birding

How to get ready for a great season of watching our feathered friends!




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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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Say hello to the Goliath birdeater spider

The enormous spiders known as Goliath birdeater tarantulas are gentle giants, and beautiful to boot!




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15 fascinating facts about otters

Things you otter know about these charismatic mammals found around the world.




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Should you be refilling that plastic water bottle?

It may sound like a good idea for the environment, but refilling a plastic water bottle may not be a good idea.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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Spectacular splintering of Perito Moreno glacier caught on film

A tourist was able to photograph the epic collapse of Patagonian ice bridge Perito Moreno into an icy lake below.



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Plants resurrected after 400 years under a glacier

As global warming causes glaciers to retreat, long-dormant plants could be reborn.



  • Climate & Weather

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Arctic sea ice melt influences weather patterns

Shrinking Arctic sea ice is shifting polar weather patterns, especially in fall and winter.



  • Climate & Weather

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Warm and buttery: Greenland's ice flow speeding up

Bigger surface melts in recent years are softening the interior of the ice like a stick of butter.



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'Watermelon snow' speeds Arctic melting

Scientists have found that a red-colored algae blooming on glaciers and ice reduces albedo and leads to more warmth on the already-melting ice.



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The bittersweet beauty of Greenland's melting glaciers

These aerial images highlight the devastating effect global warming has on the arctic.



  • Climate & Weather

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It's time to think winter CSA

Think ahead to ensure that you're getting local foods for as much of the year as you can.




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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.



  • Research & Innovations

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A new material made from spider silk and trees could replace plastic

Finnish researchers have developed a strong, flexible material from spider silk and tree cellulose.



  • Research & Innovations

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Ford Motor Company sets water reduction goal

Ford Motor Company plans to use 30% less water per vehicle by 2015.




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At the Detroit Auto Show: Oft-overlooked interiors make a colorful comeback

Am I the only one who finds the interior design of cars just as compelling as the exterior?




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AT&T deploys 5,000th alternative fuel vehicle

AT&T is now one-third of the way through its 15,000 alternative fuel vehicle goal.




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Consumer Reports: Fuel efficiency matters to car buyers

According to a new Consumer Reports survey, 37% of car buyers consider fuel efficiency first.




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Today is National Alternative Fuel Vehicle Day

The biennial event is dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of alternative fuel vehicles.




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For Europe's new plug-in hybrids, price matters (a lot)

Audi and Volvo will roll out luxury electric cars in the U.S. market early next year.




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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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7 'purrfect' DIY solutions to hide the litter box

If you have an indoor cat, you have a litter box. Finding a good place to keep the box is tricky, especially if you live in a small place. Here are some ideas.




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Never shucked an oyster? Read this

To shuck an oyster, you need the right tools, a little patience and a lot of muscle. But a few sips of Chablis won't hurt either.




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How to start a terrarium in 5 easy steps

With a simple glass container and the right plants, you can bring a self-sustaining terrarium to your home.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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7 Easter egg dyeing tips for non-DIYers

Anyone can create beautiful patterns on Easter eggs with these simple tricks.




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5 ways to painlessly remove a splinter

Splinters can be annoying and even painful, but they can be easy to remove.



  • Protection & Safety

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How to build a customized charcuterie board

It's more than just cured meat.




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BRIGHTER LIVING: What happens to trash

Brighter Living with Jill Cordes: Most people think their trash is history once it gets to the landfill.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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BRIGHTER LIVING: Fish and mercury

Brighter Living with Jill Cordes: Fish is an important part of a healthy diet, but the levels of mercury found in some fish could be danger to your health.



  • Food & Drink

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BRIGHTER LIVING: Reducing heat loss

Brighter Living with Jill Cordes: Making sure your home keeps the heat in during the winter months is vital to keeping electricity cost down.



  • Remodeling & Design

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BRIGHTER LIVING: Electric cars

Brighter Living with Jill Cordes: NEV's are a great way to get around without emissions.



  • Research & Innovations

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BRIGHTER LIVING: Green your kitchen

Brighter Living with Jill Cordes: Vegetables aren't the only thing green in the kitchen.



  • Remodeling & Design

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BRIGHTER LIVING: Attitudes toward climate change

Brighter Living with Jill Cordes: Learn how your resource consumption is affecting the Earth.



  • Climate & Weather

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BRIGHTER LIVING: Energy-saving trees

Brighter Living with Jill Cordes: Avoid the heat island with a few planting tips.




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BRIGHTER LIVING: America on the Move

Brighter Living with Jill Cordes: A handy website to help you stay active and fit.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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BRIGHTER LIVING: Stay cool and save

Brighter Living with Jill Cordes: This summer, keep the house cool with these tips.



  • Remodeling & Design

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BRIGHTER LIVING: Green projects under $500

Brighter Living with Jill Cordes: It's not as hard or as expensive as you may have thought.



  • Remodeling & Design

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BRIGHTER LIVING: Recycling made easy

Brighter Living with Jill Cordes: Quick tips for expanding your normal recycling routine.