August 2010
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A positive outlook on energy →
Good news on energy is often overshadowed by bad news on the economy and the environment.
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Mini frog, among smallest in the world, discovered... →
Pea-sized amphibian found in the forests of the Southeast Asian island of Borneo.
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Edible school yards bring fresh ideas to the... →
Gardens bring seeds of change to schools large and small across the country.
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Cat culture thrives in Istanbul →
The special status of stray cats in Istanbul and elsewhere in Turkey reflects a tradition-bound country on the path to modernity.
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Leading candidates in Florida's Senate race remain... →
From buzzwords to no words at all, there’s a little bit of everything when it comes to energy policy in the Sunshine State’s Senate primary.
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America's greenest college campuses →
The Sierra Club releases its Cool Schools 2010 list, and Vermont’s Green Mountain College earns the top spot.
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U.S. looks at drillling ban →
Ken Salazar halted deepwater drilling until Nov. 30, saying the BP spill demonstrated the industry wasn’t prepared for a massive underwater blowout.
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The week in photos →
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Environmentalist fights to restore Iraqi Garden of... →
U.S.-Iraqi citizen hopes to replenish the unique wetlands in southern Iraq destroyed by Saddam Hussein.
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Ted Stevens' environmental legacy →
Death of the longest-serving Republican senator marks the loss of a great influence over environmental and energy policy for the better part of a half century.
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What are blood diamonds? →
The trial of the former leader of Liberia has generated a lot of interest in blood diamonds.
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Eaten Alive: A woman's 5-year battle with... →
In all of medicine, few infections are as feared as this one. It strikes out of the blue, kills 20 percent of its victims and horribly disfigures others.
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Is a vegetarian diet safe for my dog? →
Putting Fido on a vegetarian diet can help the planet, but will it harm your precious pooch?
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Number of 300-pound NFL linemen continues to... →
An analysis of league rosters shows the number of 300-pounders has risen dramatically over the decades: From a single player in 1970 to 394 in 2009.
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Wildlife advocates hail wolf ruling →
Endangered Species Act protections have been restored for gray wolves throughout the Northern Rocky Mountains.
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Destination of the week: Mackinac Island, Mich. →
If you prefer to get around by horse or bike, this is the place for you.
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iPhone 5: To wait or not to wait, that is the... →
After Consumer Reports calls for a permanent fix to the 4G iPhone, rumors fly about a January release of iPhone 5.
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How green will Justice Kagan be? →
Elena Kagan’s past suggests she may be an environmental ally on the bench, but will she be another John Paul Stevens?
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How-to guide for outdoor fun →
Gather up your kiddos and enjoy this list of 6 things to do together!
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Big frack attack: Is hydraulic fracturing safe? →
Natural gas is cleaner than coal and oil, helping make it the hottest fossil fuel in America lately. But a controversial drilling technique known as ‘fracking’ has some wondering if a U.S. natural gas boom is worth the risks.
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What does 'organic' really mean? →
Joe Dickson from Whole Foods Market answers questions about the company’s new organic guidelines for its body care section.
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10 eco-tips for college students →
Know someone going off to college this year? This sustainable checklist (from buying used textbooks to ditching the car) will help.
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“You probably aren’t brushing enough”
– And 9 other must-read tips from your dentist.
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Starbucks testing green coffee in new summer... →
The new drinks, called Refreshers, will have an extract made from unroasted green coffee that has less of a caffeine kick than regular coffee.
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What sunscreen should I use on my baby? →
Chanie Kirschner has done the legwork so you and your little ones can enjoy the sun — and shade.
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Top 10 organic fast-food restaurants →
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40 farmers under 40: Readers' choice →
You nominated your favorite young farmers, and here they are: Forty of the nation’s brightest green thumbs, quietly nurturing a food revolution from their own back yards.
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Climate policy and green jobs →
A look at why even the promise of two million new jobs wasn’t enough to push the climate bill through Congress…..(frustrating!)
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Surprising health benefits of watermelon →
Once you realize watermelon packs a punch of nutrients, you won’t be able to eat enough.
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New ocean garbage patch discovered →
A third garbage collection zone, this one in the Indian Ocean, emerges.
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8 amazing auroras seen on Earth ... and beyond →
If you live along the US-Canadian border – from northwestern Montana through northern Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula to the northern tip of Maine - you’re likely to see an amazing Northern Lights show tonight (after yesterday’s solar eruption). And for the rest of us, check out this amazing show of beautiful auroras.
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7 U.S. cities with the worst air pollution →
This is the list nobody wants to be on (though we have to admit that the top-ranked city was a surprise to us - Phoenix, Arizona. Really?)
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