Culture
How to Maintain Hope in the Face of Climate Catastrophe
By Katie O'Reilly August 20, 2019Barry Lopez discusses “Horizon,” reverence, the human condition, and leadership
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books
What's the Best Way to Get Rid of Dog Poop?
By Bob Schildgen August 11, 2019Here are some simple steps to reduce your best friend's carbon pawprint
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dogs
The Future of Food Is Algae (Again)
By Lewis Page July 24, 2019A new generation of futurists look to the promise of pond scum
What's More Efficient, a Front-Loading Washer or a Top-Loader?
By Bob Schildgen July 22, 2019Front-loaders may take longer to do the job, but for good reason
What's Better for the Environment, Fresh or Frozen?
By Bob Schildgen July 11, 2019It depends on what you're buying, from where, and when you're buying it
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buyers' guide
A New Look at the “Guts” of the Plastic Pollution Problem
By Mukta Patil July 4, 2019A new documentary takes an anti-colonial, feminist view on pollution
Is There Earth-Friendly Disposable Dishware?
By Bob Schildgen July 2, 2019When in doubt, avoid single-use items
Does the Mass Rearing of Butterflies Hurt More Than Help?
By Jodi Helmer June 23, 2019An excerpt from Jodi Helmer's new book, "Protecting Pollinators"
Buzzy New Book Makes Case for Why We Need Insects
By Michael Berry July 7, 2019"Buzz, Sting, Bite" celebrates the pests we love to hate