Mountain Gorilla Population Bounces Back, Quadruples to 1000
Read about the overhaul of the national park in DR Congo that led to mountain gorilla populations quadrupling–and poaching becoming non-existent.
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Humpbacks Whales Leap Off Endangered Species List
The majestic humpback whales have something else to sing about. Share it on Earth Day.
Booming Wind and Solar Power Has Slashed Europe's CO2 Emissions
Increased Solar and wind energy use in Europe is causing greenhouse gas emissions to plummet by more than a billion tons of CO2 emissions per year.
Teenage Girl Turns Plastic Trash Into Million-Dollar Biofuel
An Egyptian high school student has discovered a new process that cheaply turns mountains of plastic trash into tens of millions of dollars in biofuel.
Congress Takes Quick Action to Keep Plastic Microbeads Out of U.S. Water
A ban on microbeads, which add to plastic pollution and endanger the food chain, has easily passed through Congress.
Rhino Horns Get Pink Dye Injection to Ward off Poachers
A pink dye that renders horns useless and sickens humans is keeping poachers away from rhinos in Africa.
Teen's Device to Clear Plastic Garbage from Oceans is Almost Ready
Remember the teen who unveiled an ambitious plan to clean up the plastic floating in the world's oceans? Well, his invention is set to be deployed next year.
Tesla Unveils Insanely Efficient Battery That Can Power Your House
Electric car maker Tesla Motors has rolled out a new battery for homes and businesses that they say could end electric bills while creating a cleaner world.
Why Butterflies Are Swarming Thanks to Local Vineyards
During an experiment with sustainable farming, vineyards found an unexpected and pleasant side effect.
Drones Drop Beneficial Bugs on Crops as a Natural Pest Control
An Australian "bug drone" offers natural pest control when it buzzes over bug-infested crops, dropping insects like little paratroopers.
Dramatic Turnaround for Fish and Water Quality in Tampa Bay
Tampa Bay's seagrass beds are luring back long-lost marine life that pollution pushed out years ago.
Tech CEOs, Billionaires Throw Money at Climate Change As Eiffel Tower Shines Green
Some of the world's richest people are putting their money on innovation as the best bet to roll back climate change.
Millions in China Crack Down on Polluters, Using App And Govt Help
China continues cleaning up its act: Thanks to a new mobile app–and government transparency– citizens can now pressure polluting companies to clean up theirs.
Scotland Protects Seas and Reefs
Seabirds and reefs with feather stars and a large clam that can live for centuries are among the species that will benefit from 30 new Scottish marine protected areas, the most protected in Europe.
Two Kids Invite The World To Reduce Carbon Emissions
Skyler and Cayden are asking YOU how long you can go without using fossil fuels, so on November 30th... stop your engines!
Bill Nye the Science Guy: 'We Can Invent Our Way Out of Climate Change'
In his new book, celebrity scientist Bill Nye argues humanity can "invent" its way out of climate change.
New York City Plants One Million Trees, Reaches Goal 2 Years Early
A plan to plant one million trees in New York City has reached its goal two years ahead of schedule.
'Green' Stove Dedicated to my Grandma Will Feed 1000s in Haiti
The latest eco-stove to arrive in Haiti is dedicated to my late grandmother, Lucy. The donation will feed hundreds daily and keep cooks-like Lucy-healthy.
Accidental Discovery: Orange Peels Could Suck Mercury Out of Oceans
Scientists were trying to recycle manufacturing waste and discovered a substance that can easily clean mercury out of the ocean.
Toxic Algae Could Power "Super Batteries" of Tomorrow
It's all about perspective: alga blooms that choke oxygen out of lakes could be grown and harvested to build parts for a new generation of super battery.
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