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Showing the Flag

Fourth of July musings on symbols, patriotism, and identity 3
Posted 3 days, 12 hours ago
As Ken Ward and his family march forth with their greenovation project at the JP Green House, they make sure the U.S. flag is part of their plans. No kneejerk patriotism, this display is an effort to reclaim the sort of unity needed to face the climate-addled future ahead.
Mother Earth? Try Father Earth

Slideshow: Green dads we heart 5
Posted 2 weeks, 3 days ago
When it comes to eco-parenting, mothers tend to get the spotlight. But there are plenty of fathers out there doing their part for both progeny and planet. We showcase a few of them here, including our own Grist staff dads.
Roberts' Rules of Offspring

This Father’s Day, don’t be green—be good 0
Posted 2 weeks, 5 days ago
Sure, we could put together another list of eco-friendly gift ideas -- but we've done that, and so has everyone else on the planet. Instead, we point you to some of the best parenting advice we've published lately, including an endearing essay by resident crank David Roberts.
Also, Can We Come Over?

Have a happy (and green) Memorial Day weekend 2
Posted 1 month, 2 weeks ago
Whether you're grilling, gardening, or sinking your teeth into a big, juicy watermelon, we've got some choice advice.
Love Your Mother(s)

Gobs of green ideas for Mother’s Day 4
Posted 1 month, 4 weeks ago
Tips for showing mom the love -- while showing a little respect to Mother Earth.
Happy Cinco de Mayo 0
Posted 2 months ago
How many LEDs does it take to light up the Earth? 0
Posted 2 months, 1 week ago
An eco-chat with Matthew Modine 0
Posted 2 months, 1 week ago
Take a Gamble

The business of Earth Day 6
Posted 2 months, 2 weeks ago
Earth Day should be a chance to reflect on and refine corporate practices, says Procter & Gamble's VP of sustainability.
That White People Stuff

Broadening the Earth Day tent 3
Posted 2 months, 2 weeks ago
How's Earth Day doing? Mike Cermak says environmentalists should be asking how Black History Month is doing instead.
Earth Day ... Meh

Losing Earth Day in the eco-babble 3
Posted 2 months, 2 weeks ago
Earth Day used to matter, but now it's lost in the eco-babble.
A Smug's Life

Earth Day: the ultimate empty gesture 6
Posted 2 months, 3 weeks ago
Dan Akst says Earth Day has become a haven for hypocrisy.
Just the Beginning

We need Earth Day more than ever 3
Posted 2 months, 3 weeks ago
Give up on Earth Day? Rick Bass says it's like giving up on your grandmother's birthday.
Ask Umbra’s video advice on how to be a green drunk 0
Posted 3 months, 3 weeks ago
Sloganeering

Umbra on catchy Earth Day slogans 4
Posted 3 months, 3 weeks ago
Ask Umbra’s musical advice for sweeping toxics from your sex life 0
Posted 4 months, 3 weeks ago
An eco-friendly Valentine’s Day guide for the bitter and alone 2
Posted 4 months, 4 weeks ago
Win an eco-Valentine’s Day package valued over $400 0
Posted 5 months ago
Ask Umbra’s video advice on how to be a more loving Valentine 0
Posted 5 months ago
Food and the 'Beloved Community'

Reflections on community gardens and the legacy of MLK 3
Posted 5 months, 1 week ago