Ask Umbra
Grist’s destination for advice on life during climate change. Est. 2002
Past Umbra
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You’re going to cut down on plastic and it’s going to get weird
We have you covered (not in Saran wrap).
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Why can’t I stress about climate change like I do about everything else?
It's not you, it’s your brain.
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OK, I’ll bite. What the hell is my carbon footprint?
Like everything climate change, it's actually complicated. Let's break down what it means and how to use it.
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How can I convince my parents to care about the climate?
You are small, but you are in the ideal position to do very big things.
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Should we judge Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez by her carbon footprint?
Terrible options make for flawed choices. But what's our moral responsibility as individuals?
