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Keep It Out of Portland
The City of Roses puts a thorn in the side of the fossil fuel industry
Breathing Room
Orcas have no protections against air pollution
ICYMI: Environmental News Roundup
All the environmental news you missed in the past two months
The 100 Percent Clean Energy Economy Is Closer than You Think
Solar panels on every roof, smart houses, and networked cars: A glimpse into the clean energy future on the horizon.
Mountain Bike Moment of Regret
Pro tips: Remember a map, don't bike when hungover, and look before you leap
Give 'Em Shelter: 4 Backyard Homes for Birds and Bees
Life's hard for critters whose habitats are getting paved over. Ease their way by providing rent-free accommodations.
The Imax Film "National Parks Adventure" Commemorates the NPS Centennial
The movie, featuring Conrad Anker, is a rollicking good time for the entire family
Forget "Alternative"—Renewable Energy Has Gone Mainstream
Renewable energy is no longer fringe. Instead, it's the cutting edge.
Kayaking Chile's Pascua River in Search of an Untamed Landscape
A journey through Patagonia explores what it means to engage in "rugged play."
#ExxonKnew: The oil-and-gas giant faces new scrutiny over climate change denial
State attorneys general are investigating whether ExxonMobil hid its own internal climate change science from its investors.
Siri, Will Connected Vehicles Be Greener?
Smart cars promise to be greener, too, by reducing road congestion and lowering emissions
Return to the Bay of Pigs
An armada of kayaks returns to Cuba's famous bay 55 years after the failed invasion
The inner workings of the avian mind
In "The Genius of Birds," Jennifer Ackerman explores new research that shows how closely bird brains resemble our own
Bufo bufo, Sex Machine
What makes the common toad so common is uncommonly beautiful.
Dr. Catlin Powers, Eco-Engineer
Himalayan villagers needed a solar cooker that could perform in sandstorms and below-freezing temperatures
An Electric Vehicle Buyer's Guide: Low-cost options are hitting the road
It used to be that electric vehicles were prohibitively expensive for most people. Not anymore.
Foldable Gear for Your Outdoor Adventures
Bulky gear is no fun to carry. Opt instead for these gadgets, which fold up small for easy portability.