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Energy, power, fuel – these are the things that have driven society since before the Industrial Revolution. Whether or not we like it, the economics and politics of physical power (often not so green) influence us daily and trends in its use, means of production and cost of distribution all play a critical role in our history and future on this planet.

UN Annual Climate Change Conference

For the first time in American politics both candidates openly addressed the global issue of climate change - making this summit take place in an entirely new world.

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16 Solar Power Designs & Tech Innovations

People are finding unique ways to integrate solar energy into architectural, vehicular and even fashion designs, technologies and innovations from the beginning

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Creative Wind Power Generators & Designs

From low-cost home wind power generators to high-energy wind turbines here are 16 particularly creative, unique and innovative wind power generators and designs.

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Hydroelectric, Tidal & Wave Power Systems

Here are sixteen of the most innovative, creative and cutting edge tidal, wave and hydroelectric power designs currently pushing the alternative energy envelope.

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Biomass & Thermal Power Systems & Designs

Unlike solar and wind power generators, an earth energy biomass or geothermal power system is often completely invisible in the finished design of a building.

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20 Bad Green Ideas & Failed Eco-Innovations

Being 'green' doesn't make an idea good. Here are some humorous and strange examples of where green innovation and environmental technology goes wrong.

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Simple Green Habits to Live Eco-Friendly

Easy green living tips for an eco-friendly lifestyle at the office and work, at home, with others, volunteering, shopping, and with friends.

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7 Solutions to Common Eco-Living Problems

Simple solutions and answers to common environmental questions and green lifestyle dilemmas such as driving an SUV, eating meat and consumption.

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How to Go Green: Smart Consumption

A green shopping guide with sustainable consumption tips to help you find eco friendly products and to live a more green lifestyle on the cheap.

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How to Go Green: Sustainable Transportation

This article will offer beginning tips for two key areas related to "greening" your transportation, from mass transit to fuel hacks to hypermiling.

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Water, Food and Power in the Desert

Using an inspired combination of solar power and seawater, an ambitious collective has plans to convert part this harsh desert into a thriving plant paradise.

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How to Go Green: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle

From clever household hacks to awesome tech tips, this series aims to provide practical, politics-free, simple steps for living a more sustainable lifestyle.

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Record-Setting Thief Steals 2,396 Bikes

What exactly does one do with that many bikes? Resell them, melt them down or horde them in anticipation of future oil shortages?

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