Maura Judkis

7 More Ways to Save Money and Go Green This Thanksgiving

By Maura Judkis - Fresh Greens - November 19, 2009

Here are some eco-friendly tips that can save you cash this holiday season. more >>

The Safest Cities for Walking to Work

By Maura Judkis - Fresh Greens - November 13, 2009

Our communities are built for cars, not pedestrians - so in many places, it's all but impossible to walk safely to work. more >>

Sharing is Green (And Good for Your Wallet)

By Maura Judkis - Fresh Greens - November 10, 2009

Any preschooler knows that sharing is caring. But it's also good for your wallet and the environment. more >>

The Green War on Pets

By Maura Judkis - Fresh Greens - November 5, 2009

Two new environmental books take aim at Fluffy and Fido. more >>

Michael Pollan's Prius-Hummer Blunder

By Maura Judkis - Fresh Greens - October 29, 2009

The author of "The Omnivore's Dilemma" mistakenly stated that vegans driving Hummers have a smaller footprint than Prius owners who eat meat. more >>

22 Tips for Minimizing Trash

By Maura Judkis - Fresh Greens - October 21, 2009

The best way to keep trash out of a landfill is not to make it in the first place. more >>

Bisphenol A: Another Reason You Don't Need Your Receipt

By Maura Judkis - Fresh Greens - October 8, 2009

The estrogen-mimicking chemical has been found on paper receipts. more >>

For Quick Cash, Drop Your Gadgets at an EcoATM

By Maura Judkis - Fresh Greens - October 6, 2009

The new ATMs could change the way personal technology is recycled. more >>

The G-20: 5 Green Things You Should Know About Pittsburgh

By Maura Judkis - Fresh Greens - September 24, 2009

The Steel City is making a green comeback. more >>

Say 'Yes' to the SurvivaBall

By Maura Judkis - Fresh Greens - September 23, 2009

Culture-jamming pranksters the Yes Men tout their solution to climate change. more >>

Check Out These Green Genius Grant Recipients

By Maura Judkis - Fresh Greens - September 22, 2009

The 2009 MacArthur Fellows include several "geniuses" working on environmental projects. more >>

No Impact Man: "Think Enhancement, Not Sacrifice"

By Maura Judkis - Fresh Greens - September 11, 2009

The star of the film "No Impact Man" says that giving up wasteful habits can make us happier. more >>

9 Green Things You Can Do on 9/9/09

By Maura Judkis - Fresh Greens - September 9, 2009

The special date can inspire some green acts. more >>

5 Ways to Green Your Fall Clothes Shopping

By Maura Judkis - Fresh Greens - September 3, 2009

Update your cold-weather wardrobe without spending a lot of cash. more >>

Cousteau Focuses on Obama's Ocean Policy

By Paul Bedard and Maura Judkis - Washington Whispers - August 31, 2009

The grandson of Jacques-Yves Cousteau is bringing the ocean's issues to the halls of Congress. more >>

What Would You Do For a Low-Carbon Klondike Bar?

By Maura Judkis - Fresh Greens - August 25, 2009

One ice cream maker may transform the way we enjoy summer's sweet treat forever. more >>

Philippe Cousteau, Jr.: 5 Green Things My Grandfather Would Have Wanted You to Do

By Maura Judkis - Fresh Greens - August 20, 2009

The grandson of explorer Jacques Cousteau shares how you can uphold his family's legacy of conservation. more >>

Bottled Water Demand Beginning to Empty Out

By Maura Judkis - Fresh Greens - August 13, 2009

The once-booming bottled water market has begun to decline. more >>

Climate Inaction: It's All In Our Heads

By Maura Judkis - Fresh Greens - August 10, 2009

The American Psychological Association examined the reasons we are reluctant to act on climate change. more >>

Will Cash for Clunkers Exceed Environmental Expectations?

By Maura Judkis - Fresh Greens - August 4, 2009

Time will tell if the popular program will have a positive environmental impact. more >>

10 Unexpected Uses for Common Items

By Maura Judkis - Fresh Greens - July 30, 2009

The website AltUse aims to be a handy collection of green household remedies. more >>

The Myth of the Green Cigarette

By Maura Judkis - Fresh Greens - July 28, 2009

The FDA warns consumers about e-cigarettes, which are often marketed as "green." more >>

Central Park Airport Proposal Brings Internet Fame to Environmental Parodists

By Maura Judkis - Fresh Greens - July 22, 2009

A hoax proposal to turn Central Park into an airport has fooled and enraged some. But these internet pranksters actually have something green to say. more >>

Lower-Income Consumers More Likely to Pay Extra for Green Products

By Maura Judkis - Fresh Greens - July 21, 2009

One marketing study finds that income level does not determine how likely a consumer is to buy green products. more >>

Wal-Mart Announces Sustainability Index

By Maura Judkis - Fresh Greens - July 16, 2009

The mega-retailer's index will make it easier for consumers to make green choices when they shop. more >>