Is Organic Food Any Healthier Than Conventionally-Grown Food?
There’s been a lot of coverage on the topic of organic foods and how they aren’t actually any healthier than conventional foods. Is this true?
EarthTalk Q&A
The Environmental Justice Movement
The “environmental justice” movement defends poor, non-white communities that too often serve as sites for polluting industries.
Fisheries on the Brink of Collapse
Dear EarthTalk: I understand that many of the world’s fisheries are on the brink of collapse, “fished out,” to put it bluntly. How did this happen and what is being done about it?
Non-stick Cookware Dangers
Dear EarthTalk: I’ve read conflicting reports about the dangers of non-stick cookware. I have a set of older non-stick pans and am not sure if I need to replace them. Are they harmful to use, particularly if they have a few scratches?
The Greening of…McDonald’s?
Dear EarthTalk: Has the McDonald’s restaurant chain made significant improvements in recent years with regard to the environment?
Global Warming, Droughts and Wildfire
More wildfire is no doubt the result of global warming, which is causing warmer and drier conditions across already arid landscapes across the American West and elsewhere.
Biomass Controversies
Dear EarthTalk: What is “biomass” and why is it controversial as a potential source of energy?
Saving Energy and Money with Home Automation
Dear EarthTalk: I understand that there are many kinds of automatic features that can be incorporated into a home—even some that can be operated remotely—that can save energy and provide other environmental benefits. Can you enlighten?
Allergies and Unhealthy Indoor Air
Dear EarthTalk: My family has bad allergies and I’d like to improve our indoor air quality. What are some steps I should take?
National Wildlife Week, March 18-24
Dear EarthTalk: What is the purpose of National Wildlife Week, which I understand will take place in March 2013?