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Tweet for the bees
By Umbra Fisk, Grist.org for grist_ask_umbra 0 Comments
Help support research into what's killing honeybees. All you have to do is use a Twitter tag between now and November 11. Read full post »
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Ask Umbra on her hotness, corporate gift baskets, and more
By Umbra Fisk, Grist.org for grist_ask_umbra 0 Comments
Q. Dear Umbra, I am worried that your hotness may be contributing to global warming. I’m not sure what can be done to fix this. O Zone A. Dearest O, You are making me blush. ... Read full post »
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Ask Umbra on Halloween treats and costumes
By Umbra Fisk, Grist.org for grist_ask_umbra 0 Comments
Some humorous ideas for eco-themed costumes. Read full post »
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Ask Umbra on canned and frozen foods
By Umbra Fisk, Grist.org for grist_ask_umbra 0 Comments
For those times when fresh vegetables are not available, are canned or frozen veggies the way to go from a sustainable and nutritional standpoint? Read full post »
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Ask Umbra on bike helmets
By Umbra Fisk, Grist.org for grist_ask_umbra 0 Comments
Should you worry about what your bike helmet is made of? Read full post »
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Ask Umbra on climate weapons
By Umbra Fisk, Grist.org for grist_ask_umbra 0 Comments
Q. Dear Umbra, What does a carbon offset do today for the planet? It seems to me like these vehicles are more for our guilty conscience than for real change. What do you think? Ingrid G.Chicago, Ill. A. ... Read full post »
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Ask Umbra on offsetting work trips
By Umbra Fisk, Grist.org for grist_ask_umbra 0 Comments
What's the best way to compensate if you really have to fly for work? Read full post »
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Ask Umbra on buying carbon offsets
By Umbra Fisk, Grist.org for grist_ask_umbra 0 Comments
Are carbon offsets purchased from companies and utilities worth it? Read full post »
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Ask Umbra on replacing hot-water heaters
By Umbra Fisk, Grist.org for grist_ask_umbra 2 Comments
Comparing a solar hot water heater and an on-demand, “instantaneous” hot water system. Read full post »
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Ask Umbra on anti-idling campaigns
By Umbra Fisk, Grist.org for grist_ask_umbra 1 Comments
Idling a passenger car is almost always unnecessary, it wastes gas, and it produces myriad air pollutants. Read full post »
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Cell phones and radiation: 10 best and 10 worst
A report rates popular phone brands so you can judge the possible risks.
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Wild tree house restaurants
From New Zealand to Texas, restaurants have been built around trees. Care to dine al fresco?
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Find a reuse group near you
Use this interactive map to find people giving away free stuff or folks to take things off your hands.
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