Articles by Ask Umbra®
The New York Times calls Umbra Fisk "a trailblazer in the field of eco-advice columnists" and "the arch online sage of the new green age." Her latest passion: kale smoothies ... no, sorry, civic engagement, because getting political is the only way we'll get a planet that doesn't burn and a future that doesn't suck. Ask Umbra a question here.
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Ask Umbra: Help! I’m in a tight(s) spot
A reader wonders about eco-friendly leggings. Umbra unrolls some no-nonsense advice.
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Ask Umbra: Can I toss these old bullets in a lake?
A readers asks about disposing of unwanted ammunition. Umbra sets her sights on a solution.
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Ask Umbra: Which cutting board is best, wood or plastic?
A reader asks about superior carving surfaces. Umbra cuts right to the chase.
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Ask Umbra: Can I reuse the water from my dehumidifier?
A reader asks if she can drink the water from her dehumidifier. Umbra helps clear the air.
