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NRDC’s new president gets serious about diversity
Rhea Suh is among the first non-whites, and one of only a small handful of women, to serve as chief executive of a large U.S. environmental group.
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Gas is only cheap because we haven’t raised taxes in 20 years
A gas tax that fully corrected for the social impact of car reliance would upend life as we know it.
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Anchorage, Alaska, is so hot right now
For the first time in recorded history, temps in Anchorage didn't drop below zero all year. Alaskans are freaked out.
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Smart meters could inspire better energy habits, or make you hate your roommate
Smart meters, used unwisely, will sow discontent rather than inspiring better energy habits, says science.
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When it comes to naming craft beers, there’s a perfect legal storm a-microbrewin’
There are so many craft beers that microbreweries are now fighting over names.
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Leave it to West Virginia to confuse its students about science
The state board of education is introducing nonsense into teaching guidelines for climate change.
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Congress will soon approve Keystone, say Republicans
The new GOP-led Senate is pushing the pipeline as its first priority this year. Will Obama respond with a veto?
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Use energy wisely and save money
How the power of positive energy turns you into a climate superhero.
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How can I keep my cat’s fur from coating my house?
A reader is tired of lint rollers and cat fur. Umbra sheds light.
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Here’s the right way to make transit and density work in the suburbs
Bethesda, Md., a suburb of D.C., is a great example of smart growth. Let’s hope the state’s new GOP governor doesn’t screw that up.