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ask mr. greenWhat's the Grudge with Drudge?

Dear Mr. Green,

How come Matt Drudge refuses to accept Global Warming?

Yours Truly,
Garrett

ask mr. greenIs There Really an Eco-Friendly Diaper?

Dear Mr. Green,

I'm a new mom and I'm trying to be eco-minded in the choices I make for my baby. I use 7th generation diapers, but are they all they say they are? Environmentally speaking, what are the best diapers and diaper wipes?

Thanks,
Mommy to Imani

ask mr. greenIs It That Time of Year Already?

eco-worrier-sm.jpgDear Mr. Green,

As we begin to prepare for the holidays and the ending of another year can you give us some advice on how to avoid eco-fatigue through to the New Year - when it will be time for our Green Resolutions?

Thank you,
Eco-Worrier

ask mr. greenWaxing Philosphic on Green Holidays

gratitude_sm.jpgDear Mr. Green,

What are your suggestions for green gifts this holiday season? What is your favorite green gift you've given? And your favorite green gift you've received? Do you give gifts at all?

Happy Holidays!
Kayra

ask mr. greenTo Tree or Not to Tree

xmas_tree_sm.jpgDear Mr. Green,

I've been trying to live green this year.  With the holiday season approaching and my attempts at being green so new, I'm wondering... how do you feel about Christmas trees? Live, fake, or freshly cut?  And if they are OK, how can we decorate them in an eco-friendly way?

Thanks and Happy Holidays!
All Tied Up in the Burbs

ask mr. greenRevealing Recycling

recycling.jpgDear Mr. Green,

I need the 411 on recycling. What goes in what can and when. For example, aluminum... I know I can put aluminum cans, foil from take out, but what about those little lids that peel off of your yogurt? They look like foil. And plastic - can I throw bread bags in with my other plastics? I would love to know a full list of everyday things that are recyclable but that we more often throw in the garbage can.

Thanks!
Teresa

ask mr. greenFleeing from Fleas

Dear Mr. Green,

I am familiar with using diatomaceous earth for ridding your home of fleas and have even used it before with great success. Now I have a toddler crawling all over my carpets (and petting my dog!) and am concerned with her breathing in the dust. Is there a better alternative that is non-toxic to little ones?

Thanks!
Jennifer Sauer

ask mr. greenZen-Cleansing for Your Front-Loader

washing-machine.jpgDear Mr. Green,

Recently my husband and I purchased a new energy efficient washer and dryer that use much less water and detergent, and really clean our clothes better than our old washer and dryer.

I would love to use some of the safe time-trusted suggestions that you've recommended in your book Clean: The Humble Art of Zen-Cleansing. If the manufacturer recommends only one type of detergent for use in this machine, is it safe to use baking soda, borax, lemon juice, salt and vinegar in my new front-loading energy efficient washing machine and still keep it in tip-top running condition?

Mags

ask mr. greenAre Green Treats Bound To Get You a Trick?

halloween_sm.jpgDear Mr. Green,

What are some good green Halloween treats to give that will help avoid any tricks in return!

Happy Halloween!

ask mr. greenEco-Horror Story Time with Mr. Green

dead_spooky.jpgDear Mr. Green,

Can you tell us an eco-horror story to get us in the Halloween Spirit?!

Thanks!
The Green Ghoulies