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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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Will fake snow on my Christmas tree land me on the naughty list?
A reader asks about faux snow. Umbra says only the sheep should be flocking.
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Why aren’t we all driving hydrogen fuel cell cars?
A reader wonders when hydrogen-powered vehicles will rule the road. Umbra takes a look under the hood.
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Shopping tips for the eco-minded dresser
A reader wonders where to look for the greenest threads. Umbra stitches together a plan.
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Should I feel guilty about eating coal-fired pizza?
A reader worries about emissions from a coal-fired pizza oven. Umbra slices in.
