Climate Culture

Aspirational green

The general public doesn’t seem as fired up as one might like. I’m starting to think that the thing to do is pivot completely from global warming to one-earth living. Global warming creates the condition of necessity. It is background. Foreground the positive opportunities: reducing energy bills through efficiency and green building; generating clean energy […]

From Adrian to Athletes

The Green Life goes on Enviro-hottie (and sleazy pick-up artist) Adrian Grenier will soon be bringing an eco-entourage to the Discovery Channel for a series about greening the homes of “regular folks.” Quick, look regular! Photo: WireImage.com Bless me, Goracle, for I have sinned Bono on Gore: “It’s like being with an Irish priest. You […]

A noncarnivorous path to Super Bowl-snack nirvana

Three cheers for vegan snacks! Photo: iStockphoto I have tried and tried to learn about football. Many people have taken the time to sit patiently by my side while a game is on and gently whisper explanations like, “OK, see, there are a series of things called downs …” Right away, my mind trails off. […]

Hollywood writers strike a blow for the climate

Okay, you're annoyed you can't watch 24, or a full season of House or The Office -- and yes, The Daily Show is kind of lame these days. But on the bright side, as a U.K. Times headline notes:

Viewers turned off by Hollywood writers strike 'may never switch TV on again.'

Yet, as is so typical of the MSM, they completely missed the real story: the connection to global warming. Turning TVs off equals using less electricity equals emitting less carbon dioxide.

How much less?

Super Bowl to be powered by renewable energy

America’s obsession with large men in tight tights reaches its peak at Sunday’s Super Bowl in Arizona. And, as promised, organizers will equal last year’s efforts and do some greening: Enough renewable-energy credits will be purchased to power the stadium, the adjacent NFL theme park, and two nearby luxury hotels. The NFL will plant thousands […]

Sexy green Adrian Grenier to host new eco-show

Mmm … [Entourage star and über-hottie Adrian] Grenier has recently inked a deal with the Discovery Channel to star in a 13-episode series tentatively titled The Green Life, in which he’ll travel the country — presumably by patchouli-powered hybrid bus or something equally irritating — and dole out advice about how regular folks can remodel […]

Umbra on choosing a college

Dear Umbra, I am a high school junior this school year. I am currently researching what college to attend. One major decision in your school choice should be choosing a college that is strong in the field of your study. I am interested in college majors that will translate into green jobs. I know about […]

Advice for navigating the wild world of products with eco-claims

Laundry detergent made from flowers! Cars that don’t pollute! Potato chips fried in organic oils! These days, everything seems to be marketed with an eco-spin — even products that are notoriously bad for people and the planet. So are companies truly seeing the green light, or are they just greenwashing? Photo: iStockphoto If green is […]

Umbra on paper plates

Dear Umbra, Maybe you can help settle this dispute between my husband and me. He likes to use paper plates for quick/short meals like toast in the morning, cheese and crackers in the evening, etc. He claims that he’s saving energy by not having to wash a dish. (We have a new energy-efficient dishwasher and […]

Wow

It’s getting difficult to tell the reality from the parody. Are Your Feet Green? New Eco-friendly Lifestyle Community Launches with Organic Sock Giveway Promotion encourages consumers to take small steps in adopting Greener lifestyle We’re down to socks now?