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Fragrant Fix: Smell-Based Pheromones Offer Pesticide-Free Bug Control

Sep 30, 2015 10:25AM

A Canadian firm has developed a safe scent-based product that confuses the mating pattern of specifically targeted destructive insects while leaving helpful insects alone.

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Tree Houses: Wildlife Thrives in Dead and Fallen Trees

Sep 30, 2015 10:25AM

Everything from chickadees to squirrels to millipedes happily feed on or nestle into a fallen or decomposing tree, while its moss and lichen refresh forest soil.

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Greenhouse Magic: Eat Homegrown Organic Veggies Year-Round

Sep 30, 2015 10:24AM ● By Avery Mack

DIY greenhouses are sprouting across the country, spreading the fun and yummy rewards of gardening into unlikely seasons.

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Breeze Please: A Third of U.S. Power May Be Wind by 2050

Aug 31, 2015 10:55AM

Wind power may be the cleanest, cheapest option in all 50 states in 35 years, especially with inventions such as new bladeless turbines that are 40 percent more efficient.

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Fossil Free: China Tests Hydrogen-Powered Mass Transit

Aug 31, 2015 10:55AM

Hydrogen fuels, which produce zero emissions, are in testing to operate Chinese trams.

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Happy Eco-Birthday!: Parties that Celebrate Life and the Planet

Aug 31, 2015 10:55AM

The most memorable birthday parties make us feel good, and going green makes them feel even better.

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Greening America's Games: Major Leagues Sport More Sustainable Stadiums

Aug 31, 2015 10:55AM ● By Avery Mack

From LED lights to low-flow toilets to compostable drink cups, American stadiums are dramatically reducing their environmental impact.

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Green Arts: Tips for Finding Safe Eco-Supplies

Jul 31, 2015 11:19AM ● By Avery Mack

With a little research, we can make beautiful art and crafts using non-toxic supplies from planet-friendly sources.

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Trendy Transit: More Americans Hop on Buses and Trains

Jul 31, 2015 11:18AM

As trains and buses grow more popular, cities are expanding their fleets and adding more routes.

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Solar Timeshare: Buying Kilowatts from Each Other

Jul 31, 2015 11:18AM

A Boston startup allows “sun partners” without solar units to buy units of energy from “sun hosts” with rooftop panels.

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