If solar panels were athletes, they’d be breaking Olympic records right now.
That’s because in 2016 solar energy grew faster than any other fuel. Around the world more than 70 gigawatts of solar energy were installed—enough to power 50 million U.S. homes—representing major progress towards a clean energy future.
Q: One question I have is, what's the best choice of milks? Organic cow's milk? Rice, almond, soy milk? Should I buy it in the carton or in the tetra pak boxes that don't need refrigeration? I'd love your recommendation on choosing the best milk option as a consumer. Thanks!
Emily
San Rafael, California
California has seen a warm and dry winter, which has many residents worried that the state may be headed into yet another drought. Although Californians successfully cut their water use by 25 percent in 2015 and 2016, some places have already gone back to their normal pre-drought water consumption. But California isn’t the only place facing water issues.
There are a lot of different opinions out there on the environmental performance of electric vehicles (EVs) in the news. It seems like the perception is that EVs could be worse for the climate than standard gasoline cars if the electricity grid where you get your power is using coal and natural gas.
But EVs are probably greener than you think.
There are a lot of good news stories on our progress dealing with carbon pollution and many environmental solutions are gaining momentum. Here are my top six reasons to be hopeful about tackling climate change (in no particular order):
If you don’t already know, “Where’s the beef?” is a famous catchphrase from a 1984 television commercial featuring three white-haired ladies standing around a hamburger bun with a tiny beef patty in the center.
Have you ever wondered if paper bags are more sustainable than plastic?
Or had a relative tell you over dinner that recycling "isn't even worth it"?
How do you respond?
I’m here to help.
Q: I was a vegetarian for a number of years, but started eating meat again when I was pregnant (craving iron, protein). I’m finding it surprisingly hard to go back to vegetarianism because meat is so easily available as an energy-rich meal on the fly. What suggestions do you have for high-protein fast & quick snacks that can give traditional hamburgers or jerky a run for their money?
-Katura
Read MoreIf solar panels were athletes, they’d be breaking Olympic records right now.
That’s because in 2016 solar energy grew faster than any other fuel. Around the world more than 70 gigawatts of solar energy were installed—enough to power 50 million U.S. homes—representing major progress towards a clean energy future.
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Q: I was a vegetarian for a number of years, but started eating meat again when I was pregnant (craving iron, protein). I’m finding it surprisingly hard to go back to vegetarianism because meat is so easily available as an energy-rich meal on the fly. What suggestions do you have for high-protein fast & quick snacks that can give traditional hamburgers or jerky a run for their money?
-Katura