OXXO in Frisco and Plano are among the dry cleaners in North Texas that use GreenEarth, an eco-friendly dry cleaning solvent. Photos courtesy of OXXO.
March 19, 2018
Thanks to the green cleaning movement, North Texans can now find a variety of eco-friendly laundry detergents in local stores. But did you know that DFW is home several eco-friendly dry cleaning businesses as well?
Nissan will enter the all electric Formula E racing series in the 2018/19 season. Photo courtesy of FIA Formula E.
Feb. 27, 2018
Volvo’s corporate communications vice president Dean Shaw knows a thing or two about what it means to be eco-friendly. At Volvo they just have that philosophy.
Wolfgang Puck Catering served custom pancakes at a Perot Museum event in Dallas. Photo courtesy of Wolfgang Puck Catering Dallas
Feb. 21, 2018
When you think of Wolfgang Puck, sustainability is probably not the first thing that comes to mind.
But a spokesperson for Wolfgang Puck Catering Dallas says the company works with sustainability partners across DFW on a regular basis.
Brandon and Lucy Lyon opened the eco-friendly Pink Pedi Salon last February in a LEED-certified building. Photos courtesy of Pink Pedi.
Feb. 12, 2018
Walking into this trendy little mani-pedi salon tucked away in an eco-friendly shopping area on Sylvan Avenue in Oak Cliff, you notice something missing.
It’s the harsh smells of chemicals that permeate so many salons these days.
Simple Recycling offers curbside pickup of textiles for recycling in a dozen North Texas cities. Courtesy of Simple Recycling.
Jan. 16, 2018
As much as 85 percent of clothing, shoes and reusable housewares gets thrown in the landfill in the United States every year, by some estimates.
The 2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid has been completely redesigned.
Jan. 3, 2018
The Toyota folks revealed the new 2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid last summer. I had the chance to drive this midsize sedan in Portland, Oregon a week before the big reveal and it did not disappoint.
While the word “vanilla” has been used to describe the Camry, the promise for the 2018 version is hardly boring.
Even better, the 2018 hybrid Toyota Camry is a head-turner in looks and owner appeal.
Rebecca Jensen, wife of Grand Prairie Mayor Ron Jensen, makes ornaments out of upcycled material. Proceeds benefit Grand Prairie charities. Photo courtesy of city of Grand Prairie.
Dec. 6, 2017
A Grand Prairie tradition of selling holiday ornaments for charity has taken on an environmental theme, thanks to the Mayor's wife Rebecca Jensen.
The 3.5-acre edible display garden with a pavilion and kitchen opened last month at the Dallas Arboretum. Photos courtesy of Dallas Arboretum.
Nov. 28, 2017
A new exhibit at the Dallas Arboretum makes the case for growing your own fruits, veggies and herbs.
Scenic Texas opposes a proposed billboard rule that would double the current height allowable. Photo courtesy of Texas Tourism.
Nov. 20, 2017
Road trips are fun in part because of the scenery along the way. Most people would agree that nature makes for better views.
A statewide nonprofit called Scenic Texas is working to ensure that the natural beauty along the state’s roadways is preserved.
Chefs for Farmers showcases Dallas' best chefs along with local and regional farmers. Photos courtesy of Chefs for Farmers.
Oct. 31, 2017
Chefs For Farmers might be just one of the best farm-to-fork festivals you will attend this year. A four-day affair from Nov. 2 to 5, the festival promises a mouthwatering extravaganza of local food from some of the best chefs in the country.
As farmers take center stage while chefs rock the best locally sourced dishes, guests can take it all in bite by bite.
The 20-mile bike ride kicks off Nov. 4 , 9:30 a.m. at Dallas City Hall Plaza. Photo courtesy of Dallas Bike Ride.
Oct. 25, 2017
A new bike riding event aims to celebrate and encourage bike riding in Big D, while benefiting some good causes.