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Recent Blog Entries

  1. Ask Umbra on moving boxes

    By Umbra Fisk, Grist.org Posted Tue Jun 30, 2009 9:01pm PDT for grist_ask_umbra 1 Comments

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    You can buy or rent reusable plastic tubs or scan Craigslist of free cardboard moving boxes -- there are plenty of options for affordable gear to transport your stuff. Read full post »

  2. Ask Umbra on moving cross-country

    By Umbra Fisk, Grist.org Posted Sun Jun 28, 2009 9:01pm PDT for grist_ask_umbra 0 Comments

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    Renting a diesel truck is more efficient than flying from NYC to LA, but you have even greener and more affordable options to ship your stuff and move yourself. Read full post »

  3. Ask Umbra on meating your needs

    By Umbra Fisk, Grist.org Posted Tue Jun 23, 2009 9:01pm PDT for grist_ask_umbra 1 Comments

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    Is buying meat on sale any benefit to the animals? Read full post »

  4. Ask Umbra on sparkling water

    By Umbra Fisk, Grist.org Posted Sun Jun 21, 2009 9:01pm PDT for grist_ask_umbra 0 Comments

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    Is bottled sparkling water any different than plain bottled water, as far as the impact on the environment? Read full post »

  5. Ask Umbra on rinse aids

    By Umbra Fisk, Grist.org Posted Wed Jun 17, 2009 9:48am PDT for grist_ask_umbra 2 Comments

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    What chemicals are in common dishwasher rinse aids and are there any eco-friendly alternatives? (Hint: You probably have one in the kitchen already.) Read full post »

  6. Ask Umbra on food disposal

    By Umbra Fisk, Grist.org Posted Sun Jun 14, 2009 9:01pm PDT for grist_ask_umbra 0 Comments

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    Which is a better way to get rid of food scraps: compost pile or septic tank? Read full post »

  7. Ask Umbra on un-green roommates

    By Umbra Fisk, Grist.org Posted Wed Jun 10, 2009 9:34am PDT for grist_ask_umbra 0 Comments

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    What can you do if your roommate is an energy hog? Read full post »

  8. Ask Umbra on license plates

    By Umbra Fisk, Grist.org Posted Sun Jun 7, 2009 9:00pm PDT for grist_ask_umbra 0 Comments

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    Tips for earth-minded plates for your car. Read full post »

  9. Ask Umbra on eco-undies

    By Umbra Fisk, Grist.org Posted Wed Jun 3, 2009 10:50am PDT for grist_ask_umbra 1 Comments

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    The search for decent, supportive, organic or fairly traded bras and undies continues. Read full post »

  10. Ask Umbra on chippers

    By Umbra Fisk, Grist.org Posted Mon Jun 1, 2009 10:46am PDT for grist_ask_umbra 0 Comments

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    Consider an electric wood chipper over gas, or reduce the amount of material that needs chipping. Mulch away! Read full post »

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