Michael dEstries

Editor

4760 Articles

Bio

Michael has been blogging since 2005 on issues such as sustainability, renewable energy, philanthropy, and healthy living. He regularly contributes to a slew of publications, as well as consulting with companies looking to make an impact using the web and social media. He lives in Ithaca, NY with his family on an apple farm.

Articles

‘Lord of the Rings’ Actor to Host Nature Series

in Entertainment, Film/TV, News, Top News

Dominic Monaghan is getting ready for his next big adventure: television host.

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Global Green Pre-Oscar Bash to Auction Electric Xenon Lightcycle

in Causes, Environment, News, Top News

Fear of injury or death during my first test drive aside, I really want this incredibly-awesome electric Xenon “lightcycle” from motorcycle maker Evolve. Unfortunately, it costs $55K, so I’ll file

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Stop Everything! The Decorah Eagle Cam is Back!

in Animals, Causes, News, Top News

And yes, it’s better than ever.

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Win Anything You Want From prAna Clothing!

in Contests, Featured, News

We’re launching today a new contest in partnership with prAna, makers of quality yoga, climbing, and lifestyle clothing and accessories.

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Apple Building 100-Acre Solar Array

in Causes, Environment, Internet, News, Top News

The reveal comes thanks to Apple’s 2012 Environmental Update doc – which outlines the steps the company is making to decrease its footprint and phase out fossil fuels.

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SNL Spoofs Michelle Obama’s Healthy Living Campaign

In the short, Michelle Obama says she wants more people to eat healthy, and therefore will be launching a new series called “The Obama Show”.

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Yosemite’s Fleeting ‘Glowing’ Horsetail Falls Is Amazing

in Environment, Featured, News

Visit Yosemite National Park in mid-February and you just might witness a spectacular and brief phenomenon that’s known as a “firefall”. That’s when the park’s seasonal 2,130 ft. Horsetail Falls

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