Articles by Jess Zimmerman

Jess Zimmerman was the editor of Grist List.

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Beware — this sheep-eating plant is about to bloom

In the wild, Puya chilensis uses its spines to trap sheep, which then fertilize the plant as they rot. In captivity, it is perfectly safe, say horticulturists who are definitely humans and not plants in disguise.

Jess Zimmerman Culture
This app helps you pat yourself on the back for helping the environment

Handprinter lets you measure your "carbon handprint," the net amount of good you do for the planet.

Jess Zimmerman Technology
Ultimate bike cupholder can carry a gallon of beer

The Growler City Bicycle has a gallon-sized beer holder built right into the frame.

Jess Zimmerman Cities
New York City gets public solar-powered cellphone chargers

Street Charge stations will be offering up precious joules to drained phones at 25 locations in the next three months.

Jess Zimmerman Technology