A Conversation with Bill McKibben: Wisdom from Global Grassroots Movement Co-Founder

Bill McKibben is the author of a dozen books on the environment and culture, most recently, Deep Economy: The Wealth of Communities and the ... Read More »

Acupuncture in Armed Forces: Pain Relief for Wounded Troops

The ancient Chinese practice of acupuncture is catching on in the military as a pain treatment for troops wounded in combat. Read More »

Bottled Gold: Cooking Oil Choices for Best Health Benefits

With so many choices when it comes to choosing which oil to cook with, we need to be aware that some oils are more useful than others, in terms of light, healthy and flavorful cooking. Read More »

Cocoa Mulch Alerts: It Can Be Toxic to Pets

Many homeowners use cocoa bean shells, a byproduct of chocolate production, as a landscaping mulch. Dogs may be attracted by the smell and eagerly consume the mulch, which can be hazardous to their health. Read More »

Conquering Cravings: Fight Off Unhealthy Urges

Research suggests that we can get cravings under control by taking a short, brisk walk. Read More »

Discover Top 10 Green Jobs: Make a Living off Helping the Environment

Across every industry, new job possibilities are emerging for those with the skills to bridge the divide between the old, fossil-fuel-based economy and the new, energy-efficient one. Many corporations are partnering with nonprofits and hiring corporate social responsibility managers. Read More »

Earth Day on Walden Pond: Listen to Walden: Ballad of Thoreau Radio Drama

Celebrate Earth Day by watching Walden: The Ballad of Thoreau, a two act play exploring the vital role we each play in protecting the Earth by living more simply and preserving natural environments in our home communities. Read More »

Easing Homework Overload: Family Benefits of a Reality Check

These days, beginning as early as kindergarten, homework is a consuming nightly activity. Unfortunately, homework takes up time that could be spent in ways that better contribute to a child’s overall health, well-being, and intellectual development. Read More »

Functional Fitness : Exercise That Translates to Real Life

So, you can bench press 200 pounds, run 10 kilometers in 45 minutes and turn heads when you slip on your Speedo. But, can you hoist your suitcase into the overhead compartment without throwing your back out, or squat to tie your toddler’s shoes without grimacing? According to advocates of “functional training," these are the questions and answers that really matter. Read More »

Grid Parity: Solar Could Rival Fossil Fuel in Near Future

Some engineers believe that we are not far away from a time where energy from solar will be competitive with fossil fuels. Read More »

Healthful Herbs: The People’s Medicine

Herbs, whether prepared as extracts, infusions, compresses, poultices or tinctures, are ancient remedies garnering new public favor. Read More »

Lama Surya Das, on Acceptance: Its Transformative Magic Brings Inner Peace

Author Lama Surya Das talks about the transformative magic of acceptance and how it can lead to contentment and change. Read More »

Pectin Power: Another Reason to Eat Your Fruits and Veggies

Scientists have found a possible new explanation for why people who eat more fruits and vegetables have higher resistance to the spread of cancer. Read More »

People Say, Shift Now: World’s Citizens Want Renewable Energy

People around the world think that their governments should put more emphasis on solar and wind energy systems. Read More »

People’s University: Celebrate Libraries' Contributions to Community

Celebrate National Library Week in April. Public, academic and special libraries play an essential role in our communities. Read More »

Rethinking Education: Essential Skills for a Fast-Changing Century

In a knowledge economy, the ability to articulate and solve problems, generate original ideas and work collaboratively across cultural boundaries is essential, and growing exponentially in importance. Read More »

Sex Ratios Shifting: Pollutants Cause Global Feminization

A report based on 250 scientific studies around the world has concluded that male fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds and mammals—including humans—are being feminized by environmental pollution. Read More »

Sleeping on It Helps Us Learn: Restore Your Mind by Catching Some ZZZs

A study concludes that sleep helps the human mind learn complicated skills and recover learning we thought we had forgotten from the previous day. Read More »

Welcome to Green Collar America: A Workable Way To New Jobs and Sustained Recovery

The previously nascent green economy is taking shape, bringing with it the promise of new jobs. Among these will be well-paying manufacturing jobs; management and sales opportunities with huge growth potential; and abundant niche positions for enterprising students and others seeking alternative careers. Read More »

Why Dog People are Naturally Greener: Man and His Best Friend's Environmental Impact

Although studies regularly document the significant health benefits that dog owners experience from a close animal/human relationship, only recently have we understood more about its environmental impact. Read More »

World Tai Chi & Qigong Day: Cultivate Your Vital Life Force Energy

Gracefully move into and glide through sequences of poses while practicing the age-old Chinese exercises of qigong and Tai chi. Read More »

Wormwood Fights Cancer: Powerful Ancient Herb

Researchers have discovered that a compound derived from the sweet wormwood plant effectively kills off certain kinds of cancer cells. Read More »