Green Business
Fort Worth-based Alchemy Pops turns Texas farm produce into frozen treats
Watermelon basil, made from locally grown produce, is one of Alchemy Pops unique flavors. Photos courtesy of Alchemy Pops.
July 27, 2015
By Julie Thibodeaux
A Fort Worth-based entrepreneur gathers fresh produce from Texas farmers and transforms it into delicious frozen treats.
TCU-grad Carolyn Phillips is the alchemist behind Alchemy Pops, which launched late last year.
Marley Wind Works in Ellis County creates 'wind machines' from repurposed material
Green Tip Guy: How to keep up with #GreenNews
July 21, 2015
Starting this week, we're posting a new feature called "Green Tip of the Week "created by Green Tip Guy Jason Winningham of Duncanville.
Eco-friendly Gecko Hardware in Dallas seeks community support to stay open
Gecko Hardware is raising money through a GoFundMe campaign to restock inventory after a slow start in 2015 that threatens the business' future. Photos courtesy of Gecko Hardware.
July 20, 2015
Andrea Ridout, owner of Gecko Hardware in Dallas, appealed to the public for help last week.
The eco-friendly hardware store needs more revenue to keep going.
Weatherford farmer brings market to North Texans with 'Veggie Van'
Beverly Thomas' Veggie Van is stocked with fresh organically grown produce from her farm in Weatherford. Photos courtesy of Beverly Thomas.
July 13, 2015
Sometimes stopping by the farmers market is not an option for busy North Texans. They may live too far from the nearest produce stand or simply run out of time during the weekend. For fresh food produce lovers in the western Metroplex, now the farmers market can come them, thanks to the Veggie Van.
Dallas entrepreneur launches new vegan handbag line with recycled material
This vegan handbag from Cykochik, based in Dallas, incorporates recycled material. Photos courtesy of Nikki Duong Koenig.
July 10, 2015
Since launching her custom handbag company in 2003, Nikki Duong Koenig, the founder of Cykochik, wanted to create a brand that was stylish and fun but also compassionate and conscientious.
Dallas shoppers dash to Green Grocer to save it from closing

Green Grocer contacted their supporters at the end of May to ask for help keeping their business going. Photos courtesy of Green Grocer.
June 8, 2015
During the last week of May, Cassie Green, co-owner of Green Grocer, sent out a plea to her customers.
PHOTOS: White Rock Local Market is now 'Good Local Markets' with three locations
June 7, 2015
Photos by Phillip Shinoda
White Rock Local Market, which launched in 2009, recently announced its three locations are going under a new name that signals its emphasis on local vendors and artisians.
Gecko Hardware founder Andrea Ridout to launch new eco-friendly radio show

Andrea Ridout, founder of Gecko Hardware in Dallas, is launching a new radio show this month called "Down to Earth." It will air at noon on Saturdays on 1190AM. Gecko's mascot George the Rooster is featured on the program's theme song. Listen here. Photo courtesy of Gecko Hardware.