Articles by Ask Umbra®
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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Ask Umbra: Is “canned air” bad for the planet?
A reader threatens to use an air duster to clean her office. "Drop the spray can and step away from the computer," says Umbra. "We don't want anyone to get hurt."
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Ask Umbra: How can I green up my back-to-school shopping?
A reader frets that his buying binge could be bad for the planet. Umbra says this three-ring shopping circus can really get you in a bind.
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Ask Umbra: Am I a bad person for wanting to flee to the suburbs?
A reader is considering running for the hills following a rash of shootings in his city neighborhood. Umbra breaks down his options.
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Ask Umbra: Will Teflon pans poison my food?
To stick or non to stick. That is the question. Umbra says 'tis nobler to stick.
