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Google's 'Project Sunroof' offers new take on home solar potential

Want to see if your home is a good fit for solar? Project Sunroof offers a decent snapshot from your web browser.




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In Japan, work kicks off on the world's largest floating solar farm

At a reservoir outside of Tokyo, water and electricity do indeed mix.




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World's first solar-powered theme park is coming to New Jersey

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.




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Oil spill tar balls turned into jewelry

An Atlanta jeweler upcycles tarballs picked up from the beaches of Louisiana's Grand Isle into eco-friendly jewelry.



  • Natural Beauty & Fashion

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Transocean the subject of tax loophole investigation

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




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Jindal's fundraiser tied to BP oil spill cleanup

Raising campaign funds is a difficult balancing act for the Louisiana governor.




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Kate Sheppard: Political journalist with an eye on the environment

Journalist Kate Sheppard covers the world of climate change, politics and energy for Mother Jones magazine.




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Green job of the week: Grassroots director

Greenpeace USA is seeking a senior strategist with experience managing organizers to mobilize grassroots members.




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Green job of the week: YouthBuild green building specialist

The Eagle Ridge Institute is searching for a green building specialist as part of the AmeriCorps VISTA YouthBuild USA program.




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Green job of the week: Banana buyer

Oke USA is seeking a person passionate about Fair Trade to fill a Banana Logistics and Sales position.




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Green job of the week: PV Installer

SolarCity is hiring 100 new photovoltaic installers in Southern California and in the Greater Phoenix, Arizona area.




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Green job of the week: College dean

Delaware Valley College in Doylestown, Pennsylvania is searching for a Dean of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences.




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Green job of the week: Handbag model

Attention eco-fashionistas in New York City, Canopy Verde is searching for handbag models as part of a grassroots advertising campaign.




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Green job of the week: EPA administrative assistant

The EPA is searching for a senior (age 55+) to fill an administrative assistant position at the Ann Arbor, Michigan office.




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Green job of the week: Technical writing and design consultant

Chipotle, one of MNN's top 10 organic fast-food restaurants, is searching for a technical writing and design consultant at its Denver office.




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Green job of the week: Rock star user interaction engineer

GoodGuide, home of the world's largest healthy and green product database, is searching for a Rock Star User Interaction Engineer.




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Baby spiders are born with big eyes, just like puppies are born with big feet

With huge eyes in tiny bodies, baby jumping spiders have high-quality vision.




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Russia releases last belugas from overcrowded 'whale jail'

After reports of icy pens, rotten food and sick animals sparked an outcry, 97 orcas and belugas have been released from a Russian 'whale jail.'




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Mother's Day crafts: Easy projects for kids

Mother's Day crafts. They are so easy to do, there's really no excuse not to melt Mom's heart.




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Jan and Alexandra Cousteau celebrate the family business of conservation

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



  • Wilderness & Resources

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TVA to spend $43 million on projects in coal waste spill area

Tennessee Valley Authority announces plans for economic development projects in Roane County, the site of last December’s coal ash spill.




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Judge allows environmental groups to sue over coal ash

Ruling is latest twist in a long debate over how to regulate and enforce coal ash disposal.




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Why LeBron James uses yoga bubbles (and maybe you should, too)

NBA star LeBron James may have just launched a new fitness revolution with his use of "yoga bubbles."



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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Stop worrying about sitting and just move

Go ahead and have a seat. New research says it's not the sitting that's the problem.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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The Amazon is burning, and here's why it's not just Brazil's problem

The Amazon rainforest fires have been burning for 3 weeks, and some are wondering why Brazil's crisis isn't getting more attention.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Art that sucks: Dutch artist proposes 'vacuum' to clear Beijing of smog

Can a vacuum suck up China's smog? Daan Roosegaarde will test his new technology soon in Beijing's parks.



  • Climate & Weather

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How smoggy Beijing's new license plate law will help curb pollution

Tokyo, which cleaned up its act in the 1970s, is a role model as the Chinese capital starts to address some of the world's worst air pollution.




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It's easier to breathe in Beijing these days

Five of the best 7 months for Beijing air quality have occurred since last summer.




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What to drink this weekend: Jamie Oliver’s Mulled Wine

Learn the trick to making mulled wine without burning off all the alcohol in this video for a drink that’s perfect for this weekend between the big holidays.




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How to make a mint julep, 2 ways

Mint is front and center in this classic cocktail synonymous with the Kentucky Derby. You can choose how you want to make it, though.




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Strawberry-Rhubarb Jam Vodka Tonic

You make jam in the summer, but you can enjoy it year-round when you make this tasty drink.




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What to drink during 'Dry January'

If you're forgoing alcohol this January, keep your taste buds entertained with these non-alcoholic drinks.




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Are you giving up drinking in January?

'Drynuary' was created to offset the wretched excess of the holidays, but is it beneficial?




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Tea cocktails just got easier

These Owl's Brew teas are specially crafted for cocktails will make summer cocktails simple to shake up.




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How to get more juice from your limes

This simple lime-cutting hack gives you more juice and has the added benefit of less cleanup when you're done.




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5 ways to enjoy boozy seltzer

Seltzer that's low in alcohol and calories is all the rage.




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The mint julep is the Kentucky Derby's official drink because people love to steal glasses

Stealing bar glasses to keep as a souvenir goes way back and plays a key role in the mint julep, Kentucky Derby relationship.




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Mercury, Jupiter put on a show this week

This is a great week for planetary observers. Mercury is in its best position as a "morning star" for observers in the Northern Hemisphere while Jupiter is at i




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Van Jones just tapped for senior White House Council position

UPDATE: Van Jones clears up the 'green czar' buzz.



  • Research & Innovations

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7 amazing facts about green jobs

The Sustainable Energy Coalition lists 7 facts about the growing green jobs sector.



  • Research & Innovations

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Charged-up Japan: A big push on electric cars

Toyota, Nissan, Honda and Mitsubishi are working together to dramatically expand the number of public chargers available in Japan.




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Why bears breaking into a Colorado pizza shop is no joke

When you can smell garbage from miles away, pizza doesn't stand a chance with bears.




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Science and sensibility: The danger of jargon

Science lingo may hurt efforts to inform the general public, a new study warns.



  • Research & Innovations

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Climategate debunked, but only Jon Stewart covers the news

A study funded by the Koch brothers debunks Climategate, but the cable news media doesn't cover it.



  • Climate & Weather

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Enphase gives energy control freaks a reason to rejoice

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



  • Gadgets & Electronics

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Weird Japanese animation: Casio's anime signs

Casio shows off realistic animated messages at Consumer Electronics Show




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9 things you don't know about John Muir

Famed naturalist and conservationist John Muir was so much more than the father of our national parks.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Supermarket's rejected 'Rang-tan' holiday ad becomes viral sensation

The ad, meant to highlight the environmental costs of palm oil, has touched the hearts of millions.




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It's time to start demanding justification for drilling in the Arctic refuge​​

Alaska professor discusses why the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge should not be opened for oil drilling.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Whole Foods' John Mackey on Obamacare, fascism and capitalism's moral code

The granola guru John Mackey has a new book and is once again making waves with his outspoken views.



  • Sustainable Business Practices