Entries tagged Pollution

Ask Umbra on trash, toxics, and tots

By Umbra Fisk, Grist.org Posted Mon Nov 23, 2009 1:50am PST for grist_ask_umbra 0 Comments

Tips on composting, fumigated imports, and off-gassing baby furniture. Read full post »
Related topics: Health, Gardening, Kids, Pollution
Everything you know about going green is wrong

By Dan Shapley Posted Tue Nov 17, 2009 10:39am PST for daily_green_news 2 Comments

Why driving the most fuel-efficient car and buying the most energy-efficient appliance matter much less than we think. (Hint: It's all about stuff.) Read full post »
Related topics: Shopping, Science, News, Recycling, Pollution, Waste
What's at stake in the Copenhagen climate talks

By Douglas Fischer Posted Tue Nov 10, 2009 6:34am PST for daily_green_news 0 Comments

The next round of United Nations talks about global warming are the most important yet. Read full post »
Related topics: Politics, News, Government, Pollution
Bacteria could rid the world of packaging waste

By Megan Treacy Posted Mon Nov 9, 2009 7:17pm PST for ecogeek 3 Comments

Consumer and shipping packaging can be incredibly wasteful. Some companies are downsizing their packaging, but many products still come wrapped and boxed in ridiculous amounts of plastic, paper, cardboard -- you name it. One designer has come Read full post »
Related topics: Business, Nature, Pollution, Waste
Is balsamic vinegar poisoning you?

By Jane Kay / Environmental Health News Posted Mon Nov 9, 2009 6:20am PST for daily_green_news 0 Comments

Studies show concerning levels of lead, which can cause permanent brain damage when children are exposed, in certain vinegars -- even high-end aged balsamic varieties. Read full post »
Related topics: Health, Food and Drink, Safety, Pollution
Stunning photos of birds filled with plastic

By Lori Bongiorno Posted Tue Oct 27, 2009 10:04am PDT for greenpicks 6 Comments

Many of the plastic things we throw away end up in the oceans, where birds and other animals mistake the pieces for food. A photographer shows the dramatic result. Read full post »
Related topics: Animals, Nature, Media, Pollution, Plastic
Is danger lurking in your living room?

By Cameron Bard Posted Tue Oct 13, 2009 11:21am PDT for ecomii_healthy_living 1 Comments

Indoor air can be two to five times more polluted than outdoor air. But smart choices in paint, furniture, and flooring can clear it up. Read full post »
Related topics: Health, Tips, Pollution, House
EPA will regulate GHG emissions

By Megan Treacy Posted Thu Oct 1, 2009 1:21pm PDT for ecogeek 0 Comments

As has been assumed for months, the EPA announced it will move forward with plans to regulate greenhouse gas emissions, but it will keep its focus on large emitters -- those that produce 25,000 tons or more of CO2 a year, like power plants and industrial Read full post »
Related topics: News, Government, Pollution
Reactions to the Kerry-Boxer climate bill

By Dan Shapley Posted Thu Oct 1, 2009 5:25am PDT for daily_green_news 0 Comments

Environmental groups are nearly unanimous in praising the new attempt to counteract global warming, but several organizations sound warning notes. Read full post »
Related topics: News, Government, Pollution
Ask Umbra on anti-idling campaigns

By Umbra Fisk, Grist.org Posted Tue Sep 29, 2009 9:01pm PDT for grist_ask_umbra 1 Comments

Idling a passenger car is almost always unnecessary, it wastes gas, and it produces myriad air pollutants. Read full post »
Related topics: Tips, Pollution, Cars, Activism