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15 Smokey Bear posters were created in the mid-1980s for a major state and federal fire prevention campaign. Explore the collection and their message.

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Friends and enemies in the animal world tend to be pretty clear-cut. But as these unlikely pairs show, even Mother Nature doesn't set things in stone.

What are synthetic fabrics, and are they a sustainable choice? Learn about the environmental impact of these fabrics, their dyes, and more.

Cellulose tape is a transparent adhesive tape that happens to be biodegradable too. It is difficult to find, especially in the US. Almost all transparent tape sold here is made of acetate. One ...

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Hempcrete provides an increasingly popular, low-carbon option for home building. Discover its unique benefits over traditional building materials.

Learn how slow fashion got started, how its meaning has evolved over the years, and how you can incorporate its practices into your life.

Explore Mammoth Cave National Park with our list of 10 mind-blowing facts, including its unique karst topography, springs, caves, and rich history.

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