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Expedition to the Raja Ampat Islands: Gearing Up

Expedition to the Raja Ampat Islands: Gearing Up

Written by | December 1st, 2011

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Find out how the dive team is able to write notes with a pencil while under water and why they aren’t just using toothpaste for brushing their teeth.

Jevons Paradox: When Doing More with Less Isn’t Enough

Jevons Paradox: When Doing More with Less Isn’t Enough

Written by | September 1st, 2011

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Energy efficiency leads to lower energy prices—but will that mean more energy consumption? One in-vogue theory says yes, but Conservancy scientist Rob McDonald says it’s not so hot.

Peter Kareiva: 'Conservation in the Real World'

Peter Kareiva: ‘Conservation in the Real World’

Written by | July 13th, 2011

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From “bad GMOs” to “fragile nature,” from the dark sides of conservation’s heroes to the positive effects of technology…watch Nature Conservancy Chief Scientist Peter Kareiva puncture some of your cherished myths about nature and conservation in this video.

21 Tips for Decreasing Your Energy Bill

21 Tips for Decreasing Your Energy Bill

Written by | March 3rd, 2011

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After putting her home through an energy audit, Steph Wear is saving big bucks on her utilities. Now she shares ideas that can help you lower your bills.

Energy Audit, Part 2: Ducts and Leaks and Monoxide, Oh My!

Energy Audit, Part 2: Ducts and Leaks and Monoxide, Oh My!

Written by | February 19th, 2011

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The family health scare is behind her. Now Stephanie Wear is dealing with priorities, decisions and the first feeling of success in her home energy audit.

Energy Audit, Part 1: A Visit From the Green Squad

Energy Audit, Part 1: A Visit From the Green Squad

Written by | February 8th, 2011

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Marine scientist Stephanie Wear had ignored the drafts and lack of insulation for too long. In the first of a three-part series she puts her home through a complete energy audit and some “serious issues” need to be addressed.

Best and Worst Environmental Moments of 2010

Best and Worst Environmental Moments of 2010

Written by | December 13th, 2010

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You know about the oil spill, but what other stories made our lead scientist’s list of environmental issues that dominated the year?

Scary Math

Scary Math

Written by | December 9th, 2010

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The impact humans have on the earth’s resources can be calculated by a simple equation, basic arithmetic. Eddie Game looks at the numbers and finds a frightening solution.

Give the Gift of Knowledge

Give the Gift of Knowledge

Written by | November 26th, 2010

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Our writer cut his electric bill, but does that mean he lowered his carbon footprint? A new device could give him the answer and help him save even more money.

10 Gifts from Etsy for the Green Geek Mom

10 Gifts from Etsy for the Green Geek Mom

Written by | November 24th, 2010

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What can you get for the cool, eco-friendly mom that has everything? Check out these creative and affordable ideas.

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