Earth Day
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Where Did Earth Day Come From?
April 22, 2013; 6:09 AM
This week marks the 43rd celebration of Earth Day, but what exactly is Earth Day, and how did it get started?
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How Green is Your College?
August 08, 2012; 9:21 AM
A survey scores institutions in 139 categories, including energy use, waste management, public engagement, innovation and green research.
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7 Steps to a Greener Home
May 05, 2012; 11:44 AM
In 7 simple (and inexpensive) steps you can transform your home life into one unburdened by the guilt that comes from waste, consumption and toxins.
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20 Energy-Saving Ideas
April 22, 2012; 4:27 PM
Whether you want to save energy to save money or save the planet, there are many things you can do.
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New Study Links More Acidic Ocean to Oyster Die-Offs
April 22, 2012; 10:56 AM
A new study links a shift in ocean chemistry caused by carbon dioxide emissions to massive oyster die-offs.
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Celebrate National Environmental Education Week
April 22, 2012; 10:52 AM
The goal of EE Week is to encourage active participation and learning about ecology.
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Rising Ocean Temperatures Prime Amazon Rainforest for Fire
April 22, 2012; 7:58 AM
Scientists thought the Amazon was too wet to burn, but a warming ocean is drawing away moisture.
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Mississippi Delta is at Risk, but Restoration Will Create Jobs
April 22, 2012; 7:12 AM
Re-engineering the Mississippi River will stem catastrophic environmental losses while raising billions in value.
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New Lithium Batteries May Promise Recharge-Free Long-Range Driving
April 21, 2012; 1:36 PM
IBM-led research to create lithium-air electric vehicle batteries gets a boost from Japanese chemical companies toward the goal of 800 kilometers out of a full charge.
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Oil Habit Unchanged on Two-Year Anniversary of BP’s Gulf of Mexico Spill
April 21, 2012; 9:57 AM
Fishermen and scientists report an excess of deformed or sickly sea life, and more than a million barrels of spilled oil remain “missing.”
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Celebrate Earth Day
April 20, 2012; 5:53 AM
On Earth Day, enjoy the tonic of fresh air, contact with the soil, and companionship with nature!
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Earth Day Events 2012
April 19, 2012; 1:28 PM
There are many ways to participate in Earth Day. Here are just a few of the events taking place across the country this week.
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Environmental Group Ranks South's Most Endangered Places
April 19, 2012; 11:06 AM
Fracking, mountaintop removal and offshore oil drilling are just a few of the top concerns facing the South in 2012.
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Aluminum Bats Are a Hit on Earth Day
April 19, 2012; 6:17 AM
Your aluminum baseball bat likely already has recycled aluminum in it.
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Popular Cities for Cyclists
April 18, 2012; 3:09 PM
As gas prices and eco-consciousness grow, more and more people are turning to alternative forms of transportation.
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America's Greenest Restaurants of 2012
April 18, 2012; 2:44 PM
Eco-friendly eateries certified by the Green Restaurant Association.
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Electric Vehicles More Climate-Friendly in Some Places Than Others
April 18, 2012; 10:06 AM
When it comes to cost and global warming emissions, electric vehicles in the United States lead double lives, according to a new study.
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America's Greenest Cities
April 18, 2012; 9:54 AM
Which cities show the most eco-friendly pride? In honor of Earth Day, T+L readers separate the composters from the posers to determine America's greenest cities.
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In Drilling Country, Water Rights Stir Fracking Questions
April 16, 2012; 1:05 PM
Water demand for hydraulic fracturing is expected to increase to more than 6 billion gallons in 2015
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10 Houseplants That Clean the Air
April 16, 2012; 8:31 AM
While it’s always important to let some fresh air in, research by NASA found that many houseplants are capable of reducing harmful toxins in the air.
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Climate Change Causing Tree Migration
April 15, 2012; 9:32 AM
Trees are on the move thanks to the change in climate.
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German Researchers Find Man Tipping the Scales Toward More Weather Extremes
April 14, 2012; 11:09 AM
The world has experienced an "exceptional number of unprecedented extreme weather events" for the past decade.
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How to Get the Most Out of Your Compost
April 10, 2012; 10:23 AM
Compost is black gold for you and your plants.
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World Wildlife Experts Weigh Trade Limits on Climate-Affected Plants and Animals
April 09, 2012; 4:46 PM
Two years after a failed U.S.-led push to ban international trade in polar bears, a U.N. convention that governs wildlife is taking another look at climate change.
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When Fresh Air Isn’t
April 09, 2012; 2:22 PM
When you’re breathing hard, you need to be smart about what kind of air you are taking in.
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Receding Glaciers Threaten Freshwater Biodiversity -- Study
April 09, 2012; 8:00 AM
Melting glaciers are increasing biodiversity in mountain rivers, but species will be threatened when the glaciers are gone.
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Common Pesticide Implicated Bee Colony Collapse Disorder
April 07, 2012; 12:00 PM
Honeybees have been mysteriously dying off worldwide, leaving crops languishing in the fields unpollinated.
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Renewable Energy Has Become a Home Run for Pro Sports
April 07, 2012; 11:22 AM
The National Basketball Association's Suns became the latest professional sports franchise to tie its brand to environmental stewardship and renewable energy.
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Local Radar: Tracking the Severe Storm Outbreak
Following deadly storms across the southern Plains on Monday, severe weather will continue across portions of the southern Plains, Midwest and South.
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