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Critical List: EU bans Iranian oil; snowy owls descend from Arctic

The European Union won’t be importing any more oil from Iran. President Obama’s going to lay out an energy agenda on Tuesday at the State of the Union. Thousands of snowy owls are descending from the Arctic to fly over places like Kansas and Missouri (and to deliver messages from Arctic Circle-based wizards, of course). […]

Shopping for kids aisle-by-aisle: Stocking up without breaking down

Think marketing companies don't impact your trips to the grocery store? Think again. These easy tips from The Cleaner Plate Club will help you stay focused on shopping for whole, nutritious foods.

Ask Umbra: Why are my CFLs burning out so quickly?

Umbra offers illumination on CFLs (fritzy and otherwise), LEDs, and halogen incandescents.

Is the anti-Keystone campaign good or bad for greens?

Here's a roundup of different views on Keystone from greens, energy analysts, bloggers, and one flack for a beer company.

World governments spend $1.4 billion a day to disrupt climate

A world facing catastrophic climate change can no longer justify $500 billion a year in subsidies to expand the burning of coal and oil. Carbon emissions could be cut worldwide simply by ending fossil fuel subsidies.

Old dog, Newt tricks: Gingrich’s views on climate, EPA, and ‘green conservatism’

Gingrich has been all over the map on climate change. Catch the highlights and revisit his 2010 interview with Grist.

A place for the animals [VIDEO]

The Perennial Plate crew takes a break from meat-focused adventures and spends some time at an animal sanctuary.

Picturing international coal trends

Four images of coal production and consumption over the past three decades shows that trends in Asia drive trends worldwide.

Friday music blogging: Best music of 2011

As is my annual tradition, I've compiled a two-CD mix of 2011's best new music. Check it out and weigh in.

Seeing red: Where do the GOP candidates stand on urban issues?

For decades, the Republican strategy on cities has been to ignore them and hope they go away. This year appears to be no different, but the guys currently taking pot shots at each other in the presidential primary never cease to surprise.