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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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Should you always turn the lights out when leaving a room?
A reader wonders if it's wasteful to flip lights on and off too quickly. Advice columnist Umbra Fisk offers an illuminating answer.
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What kind of liquor is best for the environment?
Advice columnist Umbra Fisk pours forth intelligence on rum, tequila, whiskey, vodka, and gin.
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Is my sparkling-water maker terrible for the environment?
Advice columnist Umbra Fisk dives into the world of seltzer and fizzy drinks.
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What’s the greenest way to get rid of hornets and yellow jackets?
Advice columnist Umbra Fisk investigates ways to tackle stinging insects without toxic chemicals.
