EarthTalk® From the Editors of E/The Environmental Magazine
Dear EarthTalk: Are there any health hazards associated with the use of the new silicone bake ware and cooking utensils? I have found information associated with the hazards/benefits of Teflon and other cookware but nothing on the use of silicone. -- Jean McCarthy, Sebastian, FL
EarthTalk® From the Editors of E/The Environmental Magazine
Dear EarthTalk: Isn't the interest in electric cars and plug-in hybrids going to spur increased reliance on coal as a power source? And is that really any better than gasoline/oil in terms of environmental impact?
EarthTalk® ¨From the Editors of E/The Environmental Magazine
Q: Dear EarthTalk: Where do I recycle old ski boots (hard plastic)? My recycling center does not take hard plastic.
-- Beth Fitzpatrick, Stamford, CT
A: Americans recycle more plastic than ever these days, but there are still plenty of items that are not accepted by municipalities, including many hard plastic items like ski boots.
EarthTalk® ¨From the Editors of E/The Environmental Magazine
Q: Dear EarthTalk: If the ice caps are melting, what is happening to the salt content of the oceans? And might this contribute to weather patterns or cause other environmental problems?
