News Picks:

Got a hybrid? Zoom to the brand-new Hybrid Scorecard, which rates all hybrids on U.S. roads today on their environmental impact, technological value, and consumer affordability. From the Union of Concerned Scientists. Enter the UCS contest by July 4 to win a 2010 green auto!

From tap water to back-yard playsets: Be safe at home. The Environmental Working Group has created a list of simple ways you and your family can reduce your exposure to potentially cancer-causing chemicals.

Need a green handyman? Peruse the info-rich Green Home Guide of the U.S. Green Building Council. This week: “Are solar windows best for reducing summer heat gain? I live in New Jersey.” “I’m re-doing my bathroom. What’s the greenest choice for showers, tiles?” “What size AC unit do I need for a 1,986 sq. foot house in Texas?”

Multimedia Pick:
Michael Pollan’s Food Rules: We have always liked Michael Pollan but we liked him even more after watching this video. Busy green moms need fast, easy ways to remember what (and what not) to eat!

New and Cool Pick:
Brabantia Wallfix: Who said line-drying laundry is an objectionable eyesore? Not with this sleek drying system. It even collapses against the wall when not in use!

Photo Credit: http://www.re-nest.com/re-nest/cleaning/laundry-drying-racks-7-small-space-solutions-119748