Clara Chaisson
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Clara Chaisson is a Boston-based writer and onEarth's associate editor. She previously reported for Audubon magazine and graduated from Boston University with an M.S. in science journalism.
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A Small Town in Mississippi Battles the International Biomass Industry
DispatchMississippi, United KingdomClara Chaisson
When the Drax wood pellet plant came to Gloster, reports of lung disease soon followed.
Another Alarm Call from the Arctic: Its Rivers Are Turning Orange
DispatchArcticClara Chaisson
The once clean and clear waterways are rusting, a visually striking example of the catastrophic—and sometimes unpredictable—impacts of global climate change.
The Lyme Epidemic Is Worse Than Ever
ExplainerUnited StatesClara Chaisson
Prevention is the best medicine for Lyme disease—but we’ve got our work cut out for us as climate change gives ticks a warm welcome.
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10 Tips for Hosting a Wonderful and Waste-Free Holiday
How-ToUnited StatesClara Chaisson
Indulge your guests without spoiling the planet this season.
Green Your Halloween
How-ToUnited StatesClara Chaisson
Five ways to indulge your sweet tooth and your spooky side without a whole lot of waste or frightful chemicals.
Get the Dirt on Nontoxic Spring Cleaning
How-ToUnited StatesClara Chaisson
Your vacuum and a damp rag can get you pretty far. All those bottles under the sink are another story.