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- Cheap Renewable Power Key to BMW’s Electric Megacity
- Photos: Exotic "Queen" Plant Blooms
- "Mr. Burns" Toad Among New Species
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Holiday Recipes
Sustainable seafood chef and National Geographic Fellow Barton Seaver dishes up tips for delightful and guilt-free holiday meals.
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Sustainability at National Geographic
The National Geographic Society aims to be an international leader for global conservation and environmental sustainability. Learn more about the Society's green philosophy and initiatives.
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Natural Disasters Quiz
Do you know a Force-5 from a Cat-5? Saffir-Simpson from Homer Simpson? Find out if you're a force of nature or a tropical depression with this natural disasters quiz.
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School Greening Contest
Students and teachers have until December 3 to enter the "Find Your Footprint" competition and help their schools reduce waste and save water and energy.
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2010 Gulf Oil Spill Coverage
See the latest news and photos of the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico from the National Geographic News team.
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Truth of King David
Was his kingdom a glorious empire—or just a little cow town?
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Photos: Milky Way
Peek into the heart of our galaxy and other heavenly wonders.
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Photo Contest
Enter your exceptional travel photo for a chance to win a trip for two to Peru!
The Great Energy Challenge
Better understand the need for clean energy and learn how to be part of the solution.
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Quiz: Natural Gas
Find out how much you know about one of the world's fastest growing fuel sources.
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Personal Energy Meter
See how you measure up and find out how making simple changes at home can help.
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Start an Energy Diet
These small steps could heal the planet and save you money.