Articles by Claire Thompson

Claire Thompson used to be Grist's editorial assistant. After disappearing into the wild for a while, she is now attempting to reenter society.

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Honey makes the world go ’round

Bees Without Borders is building bridges across cultures with the ancient art of beekeeping.

Claire Thompson Food and Agriculture
Algae whiz: Growing protein with fewer resources

Scientists say feeding livestock algae-based protein could save resources and make the meat industry less of a climate disaster, all while absorbing carbon. Could it be too good to be true?

Claire Thompson Food and Agriculture
Bipedal? Curious? Americans give walking and biking a try

More Americans are opting to walk or bike, rather than driving a car. Apparently, that message hasn’t gotten through to Congress.

Claire Thompson Buildings
Why Ron Paul, elderly libertarian crank, turns young voters on

Paul's radical policy prescriptions rankle many -- but the perennial outsider candidate is winning an alienated generation's heart.

Claire Thompson Politics