Lifestyle

Dr. John Haley, a Dallas ophthalmologist, adopted solar energy early, installing panels at his home and office to mitigate Y2K concerns. The upgrades significantly cut energy costs—by up to 70% at his office—and highlight the environmental benefits and financial incentives of solar power adoption.

Treat your loved ones with eco-friendly Valentine's gifts. Options include local foods like White Rock Granola and Teasom teas, plus vegan treats from Reverie Bakeshop. For experiences, consider a drive-in movie at Coyote Drive-In, a romantic meal at Healthy Hippie Cafe, or an evening at the Perot Museum.

Angel Carter initiated the Fish Creek Cleanup Challenge after noticing persistent litter at Fish Creek Linear Park in Arlington. Despite COVID-19, the third annual event proceeds on January 30, 2021, adhering to social distancing. In 2020, 800 volunteers participated. Carter emphasizes education and community engagement for effective volunteer recruitment.

Dallas woman Jennifer Stuart created a 13-foot "temperature scarf" that visualizes 2019's North Texas climate, using yarn colors to depict temperature data inspired by The Tempestry Project. This project fosters awareness and conversation about climate change through creative textile artistry and community collaboration.

Green Source DFW debuted on Good Morning Texas, featuring reporters Andrea Ridout and Jason Winningham. They showcased 20 Green Tips for 2020, including alternatives to plastic coffee pods and eco-friendly dryer sheets, with host Alanna Sarabia at the WFAA studio in Dallas.

This series introduces eco-friendly products to promote environmental responsibility. Featured items include BioLite’s solar kit, House of Marley's audio gear from recycled materials, Nimble's plant-based phone chargers, Hamama’s microgreens grow kits, Savvy Rest's organic sheets, Elm West’s blankets, Monarch Watch initiatives, Behr's VOC-free paint, and Sola-Tile's recycled wall coverings.

When you’re shopping for holiday gifts, don’t forget the little pals who enrich our lives so much - our animal friends. Choose gifts that will make them happy but also help our planet at the same time. Support these local and national merchants with goodies that you’ll find around DFW and online.

The 2019 Green Gift Guide offers eco-friendly gift ideas across four categories: Women, Men, Kids, and Pets. Each installment includes items like planet-friendly lotions, eco-friendly utensils, educational toys, and organic pet treats sourced from local North Texas shops and online stores.

The 2019 Green Gift Guide for Women highlights ethical, eco-friendly gifts that combine self-care with environmental care. Featuring organic and plant-based products, artisan-made items, vegan and cruelty-free offerings, and sustainable crafts, this guide provides earth-friendly selections for the special women in your life.

The 2019 Green Gift Guide for Men encourages eco-friendly holiday shopping. It suggests buying from local stores and choosing sustainable products. The guide features gifts like puzzles, DIY kits, non-toxic rust remover, local coffee, books, bamboo combs, mushroom kits, specialty chocolates, men's skincare, waterproof notebooks, and more, all emphasizing sustainability.