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Hip Hop eco-activist to headline DCCCD Sustainability Summit

North Texans can hear a fresh voice in the environmental movement when an activist from the Hip Hop Caucus shares his take on environmental justice in Dallas next week. Mustafa Santiago Ali will be the keynote speaker at the seventh annual Dallas County Community College District Sustainability Summit.

Students vie for scholarships, prizes in Lexus Eco Challenge

For the 2016-2017 contest, a Frisco team, comprised of students Wail Aldahni, Abigail Love, Kylie Mannan, Avery Sinnathamby and Arvind Subramanian pictured with their teacher Kimberly Church, won the grand prize. Photo courtesy of Frisco ISD,

Sept. 24, 2017

New bike share program rolled out at UTA

UTA launched a new bike share program funded by a $58,000 Green Mountain Energy Sun Club grant. It offers students sustainable transportation with 30 Zagster bikes across campus. Membership costs $25 annually, with bikes free for two hours. The program promotes safety and reduced carbon footprints.

North Lake sustainability educator honored by Irving mayor

Brandon Morton, North Lake College's sustainability project coordinator, received the 2017 Mayor and Keep Irving Beautiful Educator Award for his dedication to sustainability education. His efforts include designing workshops, managing the SAGE Scholars program, and serving in community roles, contributing significantly to the college's and community's sustainability initiatives.

Austin filmmaker documenting climate change in America

Austin filmmaker Bruce Melton uses a musical documentary to engage climate change skeptics by showcasing real-world impacts of global warming across America. Drawing from his backgrounds in science and music, Melton's film integrates visual evidence with Austin Rock music to emotionally connect with viewers beyond mere facts.

Fort Worth musical theater troupe tackles environmental themes

A Fort Worth musical theater group, Kids Who Care, addresses youth environmental concerns with "Earth and Soul," a reworked musical about kids' journey to save the planet. It runs July 27-30 at Scott Theater, covering topics like conservation and ocean plastics, aiming to inspire all ages to take action.

Fort Worth school aims to show organic gardening is better for soil

Ninth-grade students at Trinity Valley School in Fort Worth are researching organic gardening's impact on soil fertility compared to conventional methods reliant on synthetic chemicals. The study, led by Billy Schlee, involves using compost-derived fertilizers and microorganism enrichment, aiming to demonstrate sustainable practices and inspire industry shifts.

UNT shows it ‘means green’ by opting for renewable energy

The Denton university switched to 100 percent renewable energy this spring. Above, wind turbine at UNT's LEED-platinum Apogee Stadium. Photos courtesy of UNT.

June 13, 2017

The University of North Texas is known as “Mean Green” in sports but the moniker has come to refer the campus’ ambitious environmental initiatives. This spring, the university demonstrated its committment to green policies when it switched to 100 percent renewable energy. 

Dallas community organizing school grads ready to blaze social justice trails

Downwinders at Risk held a ceremony last week for the first graduates of its community organizing school. Above, The College of Constructive Hell Raising's Spring Class of 2017. Front row with sign: Kristian Steffany, Amanda Polland, Frances Mayo, Michelle McAdam, Anita Mills, Brandon Pollard, kneeling. Back row: Rick Baraff, Janelle Kinney, Kyle Amato, Clarice Criss, Brent Cease, Anthony Gonzales, Rebecca Bateman, Corey Troiani, Jim Schermbeck. Photos courtesy of Jim Schermbeck.

May 29, 2017