EarthTalk: What Exactly Is “Climate Feminism”?
Dear EarthTalk: What exactly is “climate feminism?” —Jim M., Lorton, VA Climate change impacts the everyday lives of all citizens around the globe, but certain […]
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EarthTalk: Coming Together Against Warming, Winter Sports Industry Fights Back
Dear EarthTalk: Given the existential threat to their industry, what are ski resorts, gear makers and professional skiers and snowboarders doing to fight global warming? […]
EarthTalk: Using Instagram To Battle Climate Change & Protect the Planet
Dear EarthTalk: What are the best Instagram feeds to follow lately if I’m into environmental activism and fighting climate change? —Bill S., New Orleans, LA […]
EarthTalk: Do Wild Animals Have Any Rights Under The Law?
Dear EarthTalk: Do wild animals have any rights under the law in the U.S. (or other countries) the way human citizens do? —John Hamilton, Raleigh, […]
EarthTalk: How Are We Doing About Tropical Deforestation?
Dear EarthTalk: How are we doing in the battle to stop or slow deforestation, especially in the tropics where forests store so much of the […]
EarthTalk: Creating An Eco-Friendly Deck
Dear EarthTalk: I am adding a deck onto my house this summer and wonder which decking materials (wood or otherwise) are the greenest? —Bill A., […]
EarthTalk: Dockless E-Scooters May Be Green—But Walking, Biking, Busing Greener Still
Dear EarthTalk: What’s the environmental impact of these dockless e-scooters I see all over town now? —Jim M. Salisbury, CT By now, you’ve certainly seen […]
Green Thanksgiving: Eat Less Meat, Buy In Bulk (EarthTalk)
Dear EarthTalk: Any tips for how to make my Thanksgiving greener and less wasteful this year? —Melissa W., Boston, MA Ah, Thanksgiving! For many of […]
EarthTalk: Is Recycling Still Worthwhile Since China Won’t Accept Ours Anymore?
Dear EarthTalk: Since China stopped accepting American recyclables for processing in 2017, is it still worthwhile for us to even bother recycling here in the […]
EarthTalk: It’s A Flying Shame
Dear EarthTalk: What is so-called “Flying Shame” and what’s the climate connection? —Bridget J., New York, NY “Flying shame” is one of those memic terms […]
Reusable Water Bottles: Glass & Stainless Steel Take Over From Plastic (EARTHTALK)
Dear EarthTalk: It’s finally time for me to retire my trusty old Nalgene and upgrade my water bottle. Are any brands or models particularly greener […]
Particle Board Blues: Could Your Furniture Be Making You Sick? (EARTHTALK)
Dear EarthTalk: I recently read about the toxic dangers of particle board. I still am using the same laminate on particle board bedroom furniture that I […]
EARTHTALK: Can Light Pollution Really Cause Breast Cancer?
Dear EarthTalk: What is “light pollution?” Is it really a factor in breast cancer? —Gudrun Smythe, Madison, Wisconsin The glow of city lights blotting out stars […]
Risky Rainwear: Outdoor Gear Makers Scramble to Find PFC-Free Alternatives (EARTHTALK)
Dear EarthTalk: Just when I finally purged my kitchen of non-stick cookware due to the risks posed by Teflon, I now learn that my rain jacket […]
Strawless in Seattle: Why Are Straws So Bad for the Environment? (EARTHTALK)
Dear EarthTalk: What’s the deal with some restaurants going “strawless” — that is, no longer offering straws to their customers? What’s so bad about sipping […]
EARTHTALK: Regenerative Agriculture: There’s No Tilling How Much CO2 We Can Save
Dear EarthTalk: What is so-called Regenerative Agriculture and why are environmentalists so bullish on it? —Jess Mancuso, Montgomery, PA Regenerative Agriculture (RA) describes farming and […]
EARTHTALK: Stopping That Drain Clog Naturally
Dear EarthTalk: I’ve heard that the chemicals we use to unclog backed-up drains are harmful to our health and the environment. Can you suggest safer […]
EARTHTALK: Eco-Village Movement Flourishing Across United States
Dear EarthTalk: What are so-called “intentional communities”? And are there any in the U.S. that are sustainability-focused? —Elissa McNeal, Washington, DC By definition, an “intentional […]
Shower or Bath: Which Is Better for the Environment? (EARTHTALK)
Dear EarthTalk: Can you settle this age-old question for me once and for all: Is it greener to take showers or baths? And how can […]
EARTHTALK: Cleaner Indoor Air Quality Can Help You Sleep Better
Dear EarthTalk: I’ve been having trouble sleeping and my doctor suggested that indoor air pollution could be a contributing factor. Do you have any tips […]