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EarthTalk: more affordable energy-efficient carsfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: Celebrities and billionaires are shelling out big bucks for cutting edge green-friendly cars like the Tesla Roadster. But what are the rest of us—who live in the... 1 comment Read more...
EarthTalk: High molybdenum levels from cookwarefrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I recently had a tissue mineral analysis indicating that my levels of the nutritional element, molybdenum, were off the chart. I believe this may be leaching... Read more...Share the season in pictures with the Fairfield CommunityFrom the spooky grin on a Halloween jack-o-lantern to the smiles from a Thanksgiving volunteer stint, we know you have some great pictures to share. And folks in Fairfield... Read more...
EarthTalk: Toxic hair salonsfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: As I understand it, hair salons are pretty toxic enterprises on many counts. Are there any efforts underway to green up that industry? -- P.H.Hair salons have... 4 comments Read more...
EarthTalk: Recession hurts green group effortsfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: Is it true that environmental non-profits have been hit hard by the economic downturn, and has this had an impact on their effectiveness? -- B.W.Non-profits of... 1 comment Read more...
EarthTalk: Disposable paper products decimate forestsfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: Are any major brands of disposable tissues, paper towels, napkins and toilet paper yet using recycled content and chlorine-free bleaching? -- S.C.Not many. In... Read more...
EarthTalk: Pesticides, fertilizers and water pollutionfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: What effects do fertilizers, pesticides and herbicides used on residential lawns or on farms have on nearby water bodies like rivers, streams—or even the ocean... Read more...
EarthTalk: Green Power for Homesfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I’d like to know the relative electricity cost of utility scale solar and wind plants versus rooftop residential solar. In other words, how can I know whether to... 3 comments Read more...
EarthTalk: How "green" is Borax for housecleaning?from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I’ve heard so much about using Borax for green housecleaning. But if this mineral has to be mined, doesn't that negate some of its... Read more...
EarthTalk: Green life lessons for youngstersfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: What are some things that children and families can do to be greener (and to provide life lessons for the kids in the process)? -- C.M.There are many ways to... 1 comment Read more...
EarthTalk: Cigarette litterfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: Has anyone ever studied the environmental impact of discarded cigarettes? I’m constantly appalled at the number of drivers I see pitching their butts out their... 2 comments Read more...
EarthTalk: Green ways to keep groundhogs and others awayfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: What would you recommend as a non-toxic/non-lethal way to keep squirrels, gophers and groundhogs away? -- F.G.Keeping unwanted critters away can... 1 comment Read more...
EarthTalk: Upgrading older appliancesfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I am considering upgrading some older appliances in my home. Where can I find information on which models are the most energy efficient? -- J.D.There has... 1 comment Read more...
EarthTalk: Tax incentives for energy-efficiencyfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: Since Obama took office, have any new incentives been put in place for homeowners looking to increase energy efficiency and reduce the overall environmental... Read more...
EarthTalk: Can cars run on water?from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I’ve heard that cars can be modified to run on water. How is this possible? -- D.M.There are a number of online marketing offers of kits that will convert... Read more...
EarthTalk: Can we bring back train travel?from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: If train travel is so much less polluting than driving or flying, why are passenger rail options in the U.S. so limited compared to Europe? And is anything being... Read more...
EarthTalk: The stimulus package and green jobsfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: What kind of job opportunities might be opened up by the new federal emphasis on green projects? -- D.W.If it’s a U.S. industry that has the potential to be... Read more...
EarthTalk: Insulating paintsfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: Do insulating paints actually insulate and save energy? If they do, are they environmentally friendly to use? -- B.D.Paint additives that claim insulating... Read more...
EarthTalk: Do sunspots and solar wind contribute to global warming?from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: Don’t some scientists point to sunspots and solar wind as having more impact on climate change than human industrial activity? -- D.N. ... 2 comments Read more...
EarthTalk: Neighborhood Solar Powerfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I know of solar power systems that people can put on their roofs to generate electricity or heat water. Are there systems that serve whole neighborhoods? -- L.H. ... 1 comment Read more...
EarthTalk: Recycling mattressesfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: How can I recycle my old mattress if the place I buy a new one from doesn’t take it? What do mattress companies do with old mattresses when they do take them? Do... 1 comment Read more...
EarthTalk: Where will we re-charge our plug-in cars?from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: With plug-in hybrid and electric cars due to hit the roads sometime soon, will there be places to plug them in besides at home? And if so, how much will it cost to... Read more...
EarthTalk: Microwaves vs. gas and electric ovensfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: How does the microwave compare in energy use, say, to using a gas or electric stove burner to heat water for a cup of tea? -- T.D. The... Read more...
EarthTalk: Nanotechnology forges aheadfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: What is "nanotechnology?" I’ve heard that nanoparticles are already in consumer products, yet we haven't really studied their potential health... 1 comment Read more...
EarthTalk: Global warming, human illness and loss of lifefrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: Has anyone been tracking whether climate change is causing more loss of human life as it gets more pronounced? -- G.G. Researchers... Read more...
EarthTalk: Nontoxic flea and tick products and remediesfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: Are there any flea and tick products out there that don’t contain toxic chemicals? --E.L. Harmful pesticides in mainstream flea and tick products are... 1 comment Read more...
EarthTalk: More fuel-efficient diesel cars coming to the U.S.from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I don’t understand why there are many European diesel cars with very high mileage ratings that are not available in the U.S. Can you enlighten? -- J.H. ... Read more...
EarthTalk: What does Carbon Neutral really mean?from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: What does "carbon neutral" really mean? And is it really possible to live in such a manner without just resorting to buying carbon credits? --V.H. ... Read more...
EarthTalk: Sun-protective clothingfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: Is there really such a thing as “sun-protective clothing?” If so, does it mean I can dispense with oily sunscreens once and for all? -- J.S. ... Read more...
EarthTalk: Global warming skepticsfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I keep meeting people who say that human-induced global warming is only theory, that just as many scientists doubt it as believe it. Can you settle the score? --... Read more...
EarthTalk: Living near a gas stationfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I am looking at possibly buying a house that is very close to a gasoline station. Is it safe to live so close to a gas station? What concerns should I have? I have... Read more...
EarthTalk: Backyard (organic) vegetable gardening in small spacesfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I want to start an organic vegetable garden in my yard and I would like to know how to combine crops to make better use of time and space. -- Val Thomason,... Read more...
EarthTalk: What role might biomass play in our energy future?from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: There’s a lot of talk today about solar and wind power, but what about biomass? How big a role might this renewable energy source play in our future? Couldn’t... 2 comments Read more...
EarthTalk: Does a cold and snowy winter mean that global warming is bunk?from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: Don’t all these huge snow and ice storms across the country mean that the globe isn’t really warming? I've never seen such a winter! -- M.F. ... 1 comment Read more...
EarthTalk: Smart grid technology for conserving energyfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: What is the so-called “smart grid” I've been hearing about, and how can it save energy and money? -- L.B. America’s... Read more...
EarthTalk: Is #5 plastic, used for some food containers, safe?from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: It seems like more products are being packaged in #5 rather than #2 plastic today, and my local recycling agency won’t take #5. I’ve also heard that #5... Read more...
EarthTalk: Technological climate change fixesfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: What are some of the leading proposed technological fixes for staving off global warming, and how feasible are they? -- J.H. While most... Read more...
EarthTalk: Comparing battery to gasoline power, electricity wins hands downfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: If you have an electric or plug-in hybrid car, you’re paying for electricity rather than gasoline all or most of the time. How does that cost compare to a... Read more...
EarthTalk: Toilet paper and other disposable paper products decimate forestsfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: Are any major brands of disposable tissues, paper towels, napkins and toilet paper yet using recycled content and chlorine-free bleaching? -- S.C. ... Read more...
EarthTalk: Which parts of the U.S. will be hardest hit by global warming?from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: Which parts of the United States are or will be hardest hit by global warming? -- A.P. It’s difficult to predict which areas of the U.S. will suffer... Read more...
EarthTalk: The "green cities" movementfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: What is the “green cities” movement? -- J.M. Best described as a loose association of cities focused on sustainability,... Read more...Los Cenzontles January - January 8, 2009from:Los Cenzontles Mexican Arts Center2009 is off to a promising start for Los Cenzontles with many exciting opportunities for folks to get involved and, as always, enjoy foot stomping music! But we still need... Read more...
EarthTalk: Synthetic chemicals in baby bottlesfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: Is it true that some baby bottles contain chemicals that can cause health problems for babies? If so, how can I find alternatives that are safer? -- A.G. ... Read more...
EarthTalk: Desalinization of ocean water for drinkingfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: With all the talk of desalinization of ocean water for drinking, what do we know about the impacts this might have on climate, ocean salinity and other natural... Read more...
EarthTalk: Fireplace Dangersfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: It is starting to get colder and I’m eager to try out the fireplace in our new home, but we don't want to create health or environmental problems. Are there... Read more...
EarthTalk: Which is greener: dryer sheets or liquid fabric softener?from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: Which is better for our environment: to use dryer sheets in the dryer or liquid fabric softener in the wash? It seems they both have properties that are not very... 1 comment Read more...
EarthTalk: Rooftop solar panels for home energy and hot waterfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I am considering solar panels for my roof to provide heat for my hot water and possibly to do more than that. Are there some kinds of solar panels that are better... Read more...
Blades of glory! Find ice skating rinks in and around Richmond, CaliforniaFeel like the cold weather has you stuck in your house? Ice skating is a great excuse to get out and have some fun. Bring your friends and family to enjoy a day of excitement.... 1 comment Read more...
EarthTalk: Starting a School Environmental Clubfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I’m thinking about starting an environmental club in my middle school. Can you give me some ideas about how to start? Can you connect me with other... Read more...
EarthTalk: What's more green-friendly: flying or driving?from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: How can I determine if it is more eco-friendly to fly or drive somewhere? -- C.M. The simple answer is that driving in a relatively fuel efficient... Read more... |
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