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EarthTalk: Microwaves vs. gas and electric ovens

Dear 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.
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EarthTalk: Nanotechnology forges ahead

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Dear EarthTalk: What is "nanotechnology?" I’ve heard that nanoparticles are already in consumer products, yet we haven't really studied their potential health...

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EarthTalk: Global warming, human illness and loss of life

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Dear EarthTalk: Has anyone been tracking whether climate change is causing more loss of human life as it gets more pronounced? -- G.G.
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EarthTalk: Nontoxic flea and tick products and remedies

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Dear 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...

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EarthTalk: More fuel-efficient diesel cars coming to the U.S.

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Dear 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.
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EarthTalk: What does Carbon Neutral really mean?

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Dear 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.
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EarthTalk: Sun-protective clothing

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Dear 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.
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EarthTalk: Global warming skeptics

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Dear 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? --...

EarthTalk: Living near a gas station

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Dear 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...

EarthTalk: Backyard (organic) vegetable gardening in small spaces

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Dear 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,...