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Sep 19 2019, JULIE THIBODEAUX

Homeowners fight concrete plant planned in Tarrant County

A group of Tarrant County residents protest near the home of John Sheffield, who has applied to operate a concrete batch plant in their neighborhood. Courtesy of Stop the Bosque Solutions Concrete Plant.

Sept. 19, 2019

A group of Tarrant County residents are battling to keep a concrete batch plant from being built in their rural, residential neighborhood.

Gray recycling bin with elephant logo in front of a wooden wall.
Jun 26 2019, MARSHALL HINSLEY

Plano moving supply co. rents out reusable plastic boxes

Elephant Trunk Moving Supplies, co-owned by John Hancock in Plano, offers reusable plastic boxes as a convenient and eco-friendly alternative to cardboard. These durable totes reduce waste, save on labor costs, and offer a competitive rental service for movers, with home delivery and pickup included.
May 07 2019, JULIE THIBODEAUX

Solarized Dallas coworking space broadcasts sunny brand

The cheery billboard atop GoodWork coworking greets passers by at 1808 Good Latimer Road in Dallas. Photos courtesy of GoodWork.

May 7, 2019

You've heard of throwing shade. A Dallas coworking space wants to spread a little sunshine on North Texas.

Apr 04 2019, JULIE THIBODEAUX

Shingle Mountain is moving, thanks to mighty pushback

State district judge Gena Slaughter orderd Blue Star Recyling to shutdown for good on the property next to Marsha Jackson's south Dallas home. Courtesy of Downwinders at Risk. 

April 3, 2019

Dallasite Marsha Jackson heard the words she's been waiting to hear for months. Her personal shingle nightmare is almost over.

Person selecting meals from a large refrigerated display in a store.
Mar 05 2019, ANDREA RIDOUT

Plant-based take-out venue opens third location in DFW

Two Dallas sisters, Marianne Lacko and Annette Baker, have expanded their all-vegan takeaway venture, Nature's Plate, by opening a third location in DFW. They offer delicious, healthy, prepped meals with eco-friendly packaging, along with classes and meal plans focused on unprocessed, plant-based foods.
Black and white striped belts with square buckles on display.
Dec 12 2018, ANDREA RIDOUT

Eco-chic fashion 'pops' up at Northpark in Dallas

Bottletop's eco-chic fashion pop-up at Northpark Center, Dallas, offers luxurious accessories made from upcycled materials like pop can tabs. The boutique, open until Dec. 31, showcases ethical fashion with products handcrafted in Brazil, supports sustainability, and donates profits to education-focused efforts globally.
Dec 11 2018, JULIE THIBODEAUX

Dallas-based TreeHouse to close

The green home improvement store will close its two remaining stores in Dallas and Plano. Courtesy of TreeHouse.

Dec. 11, 2018

Sad news on the local green business front.

TreeHouse, the green home improvement store that aimed to give remodelers an eco-friendly alternative to big box stores, is closing.

The company was cofounded by green visionary Jason Ballard in Austin in 2011.

Rocky garden with flowering shrubs and green foliage.
Oct 07 2018, MARSHALL HINSLEY

Fort Worth landscaper launches online native plant store

A Fort Worth woman, Agnieszka “Anna” Hurst, launched Eco Blossom Nursery, an online store selling native and well-adapted plants. Aimed at environmental conservation and beautifying North Texas yards, these plants offer wildlife habitat, require minimal resources, and support local ecosystems while donating to local nonprofits.
Aug 07 2018, MINNIE PAYNE

Denton company cooking up nontoxic soap products

Lion Bear Naked Soap Co. founders Alex Schreiber and Jason Schreiber, left and right, shown with employee Chris Klabunde, center, and daughter Ally. Photo courtesy of the Schreibers.

Aug. 7, 2018

Five years ago, a Denton couple developed cleaning formulas that are safe for people and the planet. Thanks to a whimsical name and a ultra-green business model, today their company's future appears to be growing brighter.