Clean air

The North Texas Renewable Energy Group is hosting a field trip to BE-Wind, a new wind turbine manufacturing company spawned from a 10-year-old aerospace manufacturing facility. The company formed last July after four years of testing, developing and engineering of their model "EOW2800" dual-vertical-axis wind turbine. BE-Wind incorporates their team's background of aerospace manufacturing, automotive engineering and prototype capabilities to build innovative advanced wind turbines.

Citizens Climate Lobby-Dallas Chapter hosts Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) via conference call. Sen. Whitehouse goes to the floor of the Senate every week to speak about climate change and the urgent need for congressional action. The group will also work on May action items and talk about additional outreach opportunities, etc. Snack foods will be provided so please RSVP. Info: Ricky, 214-606-4529.

This interactive workshop is geared to local governments interested in learning about solar development. It will provide actionable information on creating a local-level solar program, including overview of solar technology and why it's a viable option for our region; streamlining permitting processes; and innovative financing options. Presented by the SunShot Solar Outreach Partnership. Info: solar@icma.org.

DFW Clean Cities hosts this free screening of "Revenge of the Electric Car," followed by a panel discussion. Panelists: Dr. Ross Baldick, EV-TEC Center Director; Jason Buckland, EVGO; Steve Hanson, Frito Lay/Pepsi Co.; Lanny Shivers, Earth Day Dallas; Tom Anthony, Oncor; Lori Clark, NCTCOG. Refreshments served. See movie trailer.

Annual festival dating back to the 1930s, featuring local vendors selling trees and plants, gardening products, landscaping and home improvement items. In addition, there will be workshops, children's environmental activities, a recycled fashion show  and festival foods. Free.

Dallas Sierra Club meeting will feature speaker Linda King of the Dallas Zoo sharing her experience at the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy in Africa. Also Ginger Bradley will talk abou opportunities at the Cedar Ridge Preserve (formerly the Dallas Nature Center). Contact: Kirk Miller, 972-699-1687 or KirkMiller@DallasSierraClub.org.

Follow National Geographic photographer James Balog across the Arctic as he deploys time-lapse cameras to capture a multi-year record of the world's changing glaciers. Sponsored by Citizens Climate Lobby and the Dallas Sierra Club.

Follow National Geographic photographer James Balog across the Arctic as he deploys time-lapse cameras to capture a multi-year record of the world's changing glaciers. Sponsored by Citizens Climate Lobby and the Dallas Sierra Club.

Follow National Geographic photographer James Balog across the Arctic as he deploys time-lapse cameras to capture a multi-year record of the world's changing glaciers. Sponsored by Citizens Climate Lobby and the Dallas Sierra Club.

The Solar Car Challenge is designed to motivate students in science, engineering and alternative energy. Students learn how to design, engineer, build and race roadworthy solar cars. The 2013 event features a cross country trip from Dallas to LA beginning July 23. 

On Sunday and Monday, observe the teams as race judges perform final "scrutineering."

Identify yourself with the guard at the South Gate at the Texas Motor Speedway. The TMS entrance is off of SH 114 just west of I35W. Designated parking areas for guests will be identified in the infield area.