posted by Winston Julep 49 weeks ago

The type of grill you use to cook will affect not only flavor, but also your eco-footprint. Here’s what you need to know: From a carbon standpoint, gas grills win out because natural gas and propane burn cleaner and leave behind less waste than charcoal grills. Charcoal may give your organically raised burgers that old-time-y taste, but the particulate matter from burning the briquettes contains carbon monoxide and other VOCs. If you do use coal, choose all-natural lump varieties, which eliminate the additives contained in briquettes. If your home uses green power, consider buying an electric grill. Look for the models with the lowest number of BTU's for the most efficient model.