The school’s green push has been led by Jenny McLane, the PTA’s Environmental Chair; Melissa Malone, Willis Lane Outdoor Learning Facility Chair; and Salena Morphew, Compost Chair. Photos courtesy of Salena Morphew.
Dec. 7, 2015
Nov. 16, 2015
If you are in the market for a snazzy electric vehicle with the security of a gas-powered range extender, then the 2016 Chevrolet Volt plug-in hybrid might be for you. The 2016 is an upgraded, second generation model that offers 53 miles of EV range and about 420 miles of total driving range. Price starts at $33,995.
Trinity Forest Adventure Park in Dallas features six aerial courses among the trees. Photos courtesy of Trinity Forest Adventure Park.
Nov. 9, 2015
Want to see the Trinity Forest from a bird’s eye view? Check out the Trinity Forest Adventure Park in south Dallas.
The Grand Prairie IKEA opens Dec. 13, 2017.
Nov. 2, 2015
IKEA recently announced it was opening a second store in North Texas and according to a company spokesperson, the super-sized housewares and furniture outlet will be as green as its other Texas venues.
The company founded in Sweden in 1943 has become known for its simple eco-friendly minimalist style and has a long-term goal to power all of its facilities using 100 percent renewable energy.
There are nearly 300 electric vehicle charging locations in the DFW area, according to the North Central Texas Council of Governments. Photos courtesy of NRG eVgo.
Oct. 27, 2015
From left, Peggy Papert, “Farmer” Kim Aman and Sarah and Lee Papert helped launch the Dallas Farmers Market Teaching Garden last weekend. The garden is named after Peggy and Lee’s mother, “Mama” Ida Papert, a longtime Dallas Farmers Market supporter. Photos by Ashley Tobar.
Oct. 9, 2015
The first seeds will be planted at the Dallas Farmers Market's new Teaching Garden on Saturday with the goal of growing an appreciation for a healthier lifestyle in local youth.
Lin Ellis launched Eco Friends Pest Control after 20 years of working in veternairy clinics, where she saw the harmful effects of pesticides on pets.
Oct. 7, 2015
Lin Ellis will tell you her company’s eco-friendly approach to pest control is good for people and the environment. But when she launched Eco Friends Pest Control in 2009 with her husband Mick Ellis, she was motivated by her lifelong love for animals.
Sept. 29, 2015
Ever think about adding solar panels to your home but still have a lot of questions? Check out the DFW Solar Tour this Saturday, Oct. 3, where you can talk to homeowners and see real-life installations in a variety of homes across the Metroplex.
Sept. 21, 2015
Texas Discovery Gardens at Fair Park flipped the switch last week on a new 410-square-foot solar array atop a cedar pagoda, home to the garden’s new Natural Learning Center.
According to Texas Discovery Garden’s executive director Dick Davis, the 500-square-foot Natural Learning Center's multi-purpose building is a model of sustainability having been constructed using repurposed material.
Attendees to the National Drive Electric Week event in Grapevine can register to win a Nissan Leaf for a weekend.
Sept. 16, 2015
If you want to learn more about electric vehicles, this Saturday, the North Central Texas Council of Governments has a free event to get you up to speed.
Earth Day Texas launches a new program called Earth Day Monthlies on Sept. 17 with a panel discussion of sustainable food.
Sept. 15, 2015
One day a year is devoted to focusing on the planet, but Earth Day Texas wants more North Texans to celebrate Earth Day every day. That’s why the nonprofit known for organizing the biggest Earth Day celebration in Texas is launching a new program called “Earth Day Monthlies.”
Sept. 9, 2015