ASK EARTHA: Environmental & Social Justice
Dear Eartha, I’ve heard recently about the link between environmental issues and social justice. I don’t fully understand the connection, can you explain? If you’ve ever seen photos of a […]
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ASK EARTHA: Rx For Home Energy Efficiency
Dear Eartha, I saw an ad in the paper advertising free home energy assessments. I’ve been thinking of signing up because my energy bills are so high. What can I […]
ASK EARTHA: 5 Ways to Reduce Plastic at the Grocery Store
Dear Eartha, I try to avoid plastic when I go grocery shopping, but it seems practically impossible. What can I do? The grocery store can be stressful enough remembering COVID-19 […]
Ask Eartha: Reducing Indoor Water Use
Dear Eartha, my friends just remodeled their bathroom and upgraded to a low-flow toilet. Does that really have an impact? On average in the United States, water from the tap, […]
ASK EARTHA: Recycling Contamination at Drop Off Centers
Dear Eartha, I was at the Frisco Recycling Center recently and noticed bubble wrap and plastic bags in one of the plastic recycling containers. Are these items accepted? The short […]
ASK EARTHA: Going Solar
Dear Eartha, my neighbor just installed solar panels on her house. I’ve been thinking about solar too, but don’t know where to start. Do you have any ideas? As John […]
Ask Eartha: How to Have a Beautiful Yard & Not Waste Water
Dear Eartha, my neighbors are already watering their lawns. I don’t want to waste water, but I don’t want to grow a field of rocks and weeds either. Do you […]
ASK EARTHA: Household Hazardous Waste Disposal
Dear Eartha, I’ve been cleaning out my house and I’ve got a bunch of old paint and two computers. There’s usually a recycling event in spring. What’s going on with […]
ASK EARTHA: High Country Gardening
Dear Eartha, I have never planted a vegetable garden before, but this seems like a great year to start. Should I start seeds inside? When is the best time to […]
ASK EARTHA: Celebrating Earth Day
Dear Eartha, These are interesting times, to say the least. How do you recommend celebrating Earth Day this year? The coronavirus outbreak sure has put the kibosh on our collective […]
ASK EARTHA: Ice Dams
Dear Eartha, I have massive icicles building up on my roof. How do I avoid these in the future, and what other winter maintenance concerns should be addressed? “Ice dam” […]
