Green Living

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Dec 18 2018, ANDREA RIDOUT

Green Gift Guide: Pets will go wild for these eco-gifts

Surprise your pet with eco-friendly, durable, and chemical-free gifts from local and national merchants. Options include indestructible dog toys, ceramic cat canisters, vegan dog chews, bird seed treats, and chicken coops. Online finds offer recycled toys, hemp collars, feeder cams, and organic cat grass. Prices may vary by merchant.

Dec 10 2018, ANDREA RIDOUT

Green Gift Guide: Fun eco-friendly gifts for kids

The Green Gift Guide suggests eco-friendly gifts for kids, including science kits, knitted finger puppets, solar lanterns, recycled art kits, bamboo dining sets, and museum experiences. These gifts, available locally and online, promote environmental awareness and creativity through sustainable materials and engaging learning activities.

Dec 05 2018, JULIE THIBODEAUX

Volunteers spruce up Hines Park in Dallas

Southwest Airlines volunteers, alongside Trinity Park Conservancy and Groundwork Dallas, spent a November weekend improving Hines Park. Efforts included planting, litter cleanup, and developing a rock garden. Regular volunteer days and recent additions like a loop trail and amphitheater have transformed the park.

Nov 26 2018, MARSHALL HINSLEY

Fort Worth Botanic Garden 'Green Team' sets zero waste goal

Fort Worth Botanic Garden's 'Green Team,' formed in March, aims to achieve zero-waste by diverting 90% of waste from landfills. They've turned many trash bins into recycling bins and partner with local nonprofits. Efforts have cut waste by 54% so far, with a goal of 60% by early 2019.

Nov 07 2018, MINNIE PAYNE

Styrofoam recycling drop-off held in Lucas

The grassroots recycling drop-off in Lucas accepts #6 styrofoam items on the first Saturday of the month. Photo by Julie Thibodeaux.

Nov. 7, 2018

With a population of 7,493, Lucas is small compared to nearby urban hubs like Plano and Dallas. But when it comes to recycling, Lucas is taking some big steps. Thanks to some dedicated volunteers, Lucas is one of the first North Texas cities to have its own styrofoam recycling drop-off.

That's a 180-turn from last year, when the city of Lucas announced it was going to end curbside recycling.

Sep 18 2018, MINNIE PAYNE

Green charities benefit from North Texas Giving Day

Give to your favorite local environmental groups online on Sept. 20 through the annual online event.

Sept. 18, 2018

You can get more bang for your donation buck during the annual North Texas Giving Day on Thursday, Sept. 20.

This is the 10th year for the online event, which encourages donations to charities in 20 North Texas counties - including dozens of environmental and animal welfare groups.

Aug 14 2018, MINNIE PAYNE

Howard Garrett to cohost natural living expo in Plano

The Health, Home and Garden Expo will be held Sept. 15 at the Plano Event Center.

Aug. 14, 2018

Jul 02 2018, MINNIE PAYNE

Allen couple building eco-friendly cosmetic line

Z Natural Life's personal care products are vegan and cruelty free.

July 2, 2018

Many greenies are conscientious about what they eat - how it's grown and where it comes from - but increasingly the eco-conscious are careful about the products they put on their bodies as well.

Jun 20 2018, GSDFW

Dolphin Blue recognized for positive environmental impact

For the fifth year, Dolphin Blue made B Lab's “Best For Environment” list. Photo courtesy of Dolphin Blue.

June 20, 2018

Dallas-based Dolphin Blue was recently recognized for its positive environmental impact based on an independent assessment administered by the nonprofit B Lab.

Jun 13 2018, JULIE THIBODEAUX

Dallas requires apartments to offer recycling by 2020

Dallas City Council voted unanimously to mandate recycling access for all multi-family complexes by 2020, catching up with Fort Worth’s 2014 policy. Advocates, backed by grassroots support, praised the decision, emphasizing equality in city services and aiming to extend recycling standards to businesses.