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Bumblebees Chew Leaves to Hasten Pollen Production

When pollen is scarce, bumblebees use their mouth parts to snip little bits out of plant foliage, causing the plants to bloom at an accelerated rate. Read More »

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Tropical Forests Face Climate Change Risk

Tropical forests remove and absorb carbon from the atmosphere, but as trees stressed by global warming die and release their carbon, their ability to act as reservoirs will diminish. Read More »

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More Nuclear Reactors on the Way

The U.S. Department of Energy is spending $230 million this fiscal year to start building two new prototype nuclear reactors as part of an Advanced Reactor Demonstration Program. Read More »

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Eco-Friendly Home-Cooling Tips

Here are some eco-friendly tips to stay cool at home with minimal or zero use of air conditioning, saving costs in electricity bills and strain on the environment. Read More »

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No-Waste Garden Edibles: Ways to Maximize Your Garden’s Bounty

How to get the most out of the fruits, vegetables and even flowers grown in your garden by discovering the edible parts of common backyard plants and incorporating them into healthy recipes. Read More »

Mindful, meditative walking on path

Mindful Walking: Meditative Steps for Well-Being

Walking or hiking with a meditative focus that fosters focus on each step, known as mindful walking, can combat depression, anxiety and unhealthy food cravings by boosting neurotransmitters. Read More »

Kale stem hummus with vegetables

Kale Stem Hummus

Plant-based, vegan recipe for homemade hummus using kale stems. Read More »

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