Environment
Although the Senate voted down the Keystone XL, activists say the pipeline fight isn't over
Local activists urge North Texans to let their political representatives know that the Keystone XL pipeline is part of an unsustainable future of fossil fuels. Above, protestors hold up signs at Klyde Warren Park in Dallas during rush hour in February. Courtesy of Linda Cooke.
Nov. 19, 2014
Solar advocates say North Richland Hills rule could put a damper on sun-powered technology
The city of North Richland Hills is considering requiring a special use permit for solar solar installations on street-facing slopes of a resident’s roof as well as for ground mounted systems more than 500 square feet. Above, a home in Cedar Hill with solar panels on the street-facing side of home. Photos courtesy of the DFW Solar Home Tour.
Nov. 11, 2014
Fort Worth-based company markets world’s first 'green' automotive oil
Fort Worth-based Go Green Smokeless Oil International has created a biodegrable nontoxic motor oil.
Nov. 10, 2014
By Rita Cook
Arlington panel to shed light on solar installation process
The Arlington Conservation Council hosts: "Solar Option: Obstacles and Opportunities,” for its annual Julia Burgen Lecture Series on Nov 5 at the Eunice Center in Arlington. Photos courtesy of the DFW Solar Home Tour. Above, the Westbrook home in Fairview.
Oct. 29, 2014
Film digs into green burial movement in Dallas screening
Pine Forest Memorial Gardens in Wake Forest, North Carolina is featured in "A Will for the Woods." The 2014 documentary about green burial is showing Nov. 6 at 7p.m. at the Perot Museum in Dallas. Photo courtesy of the filmmakers.
Oct. 27, 2014
Greenville Sustainability Fair to help event-goers go even ‘greener’
The third annual Greenville Sustainability and Natural Health Fair will be held Oct. 25 in downtown Greenville. Photo courtesy of Terry Jensen.
Oct. 21, 2014
Keller Farmers Market serves as hub of local sustainably-minded community
The Keller Farmers Market is open every Saturday 8 a.m. to noon through October. Organizers are planning to host classes on sustainable topics during the off-season. Photos courtesy of Keller Farmers Market.
Oct. 15, 2014