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2 years ago, the bad guys pledged to go good on rainforests. How’d they do?
Asia Pulp and Paper said it would stop cutting down Indonesian forests. Now, green groups say, it has delivered on much of its promises.
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These magic CO2-dissolving capsules want to save the world
Scientists think they've found a new technology for pulling carbon from the air, and it looks like weird fish roe.
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Why is Harvard buying vineyards in drought-ravaged California?
Harvard University's endowment fund bought 10,000 acres in the famed Paso Robles wine region.
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Enjoy it while it lasts — winter is moving north
A zippy new infographic shows how our winters are warming. Type in your city and find out whose secondhand seasons you'll have by 2100.
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The leaders of the next U.N. climate talks are already pessimistic
Two of the leading architects of a major U.N. agreement on climate are trying to soften expectations.
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These 3D-printed bricks could replace your AC — except you, Florida
3D-printed bricks that act like air conditioners -- cool new technology for the win!
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Score one for ALEC: West Virginia is first state to repeal a renewable energy standard
Other states are also moving to roll back renewable policies, much to the delight of the right-wing American Legislative Exchange Council.
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Should I run the bathroom fan while showering?
A reader wants to blow off some steam. Umbra says don't waste your energy.
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It’s not just climate change: Some GOP leaders disregard science on vaccines too
Chris Christie and Rand Paul have both pandered to anti-vaxxer parents. Here’s why.
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5 surprising electric car Meccas
Electric cars are about to blow up in these cities -- and none are on the coasts.