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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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Ask Umbra: Do they still make alarm clocks that don’t require batteries or electricity?
A reader is tired of waking up to her smartphone. Umbra crows about the alternatives.
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Ask Umbra: Which is greener, grass or artificial turf?
A reader wonders if AstroTurf is as ducky as it seems. Umbra says beware the faux grass.
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Ask Umbra: Is somebody sneaking palm oil into my food and shampoo?
A reader notices that unsustainable palm oil is showing up in everything. Umbra helps him turn over a new leaf.
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Ask Umbra: What’s the best way to get my local veggies?
A reader wonders about those produce-in-a-box services. Umbra delivers the goods.
