Ask Umbra
Grist’s destination for advice on life during climate change. Est. 2002
Past Umbra
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What is a billionaire’s role in saving the planet?
Does all this money represent pure generosity, or compensation for wrongs done?
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How can I make sure my used stuff goes to those who need it most?
It can be tricky to navigate the free-for-all chaos of a Buy Nothing group.
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What can I do to bring the Green New Deal to life?
Where do I send the check, for starters?
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Is wrapping paper wasteful, or is it the least of our problems?
This is probably why environmentalists have long been considered “no fun.”
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Why do I love the mall when I hate consumerism?
You don’t have to change what comforts you, but you can control how you react to it.
