Ask Umbra
Grist’s destination for advice on life during climate change. Est. 2002
Past Umbra
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Climate Strange
The eco-obsessed often get labeled as weirdos -- even by their peers. Weird, however, is looking better and better.
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What do I do with all these fossil fuels I’m suddenly holding?
It's rare to come across such a tangible way to fight climate change.
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This holiday season, instead of picking your battles, pick your battlefield
Is this the year you actually have that political debate at the holiday table?
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My high school throws out a stupid amount of food. What can I do?
An Alaskan teen wants to save uneaten food from school lunches for hungry students.
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How to stamp out sexual harassment when it’s reached the ends of the Earth
After facing harassment in Antarctica, one scientist is speaking out about how to change that. Hint: Get more women there.
