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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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Planning a trip? Here’s how to save energy at home while you’re gone.
How can you cut home energy use while you're on vacation? Advice maven Umbra Fisk offers tips just in time for summer.
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Putting on sunscreen? Read this first.
Here's how to safeguard your skin while still playing nice with the oceans.
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Your cigarettes literally kill everything
OK, not literally, but they are responsible for a whole lot of chemicals, pesticides, and clearcuts.
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What’s the best non-toxic alternative to bleach?
When a reader wonders if bleaching the kitchen counters is overkill, advice maven Umbra Fisk talks dirty.
