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Two people with canoes filled with items by a riverbank on a sunny day.
May 01 2019, JULIE THIBODEAUX

Paddlers, runners to pick up trash at Dallas parks

Groundwork Dallas and Trinity Park Conservancy host a canoe clean-up on the Elm Fork of the Trinity River on June 9. The Environmental League of Dallas holds the Trash Dash 5K on May 11 at Harry Moss Park, where runners either exercise or drop litter at stations along the route.
Close-up of a vibrant green leaf with visible veins.
Apr 26 2019, MARSHALL HINSLEY

Artificial leaf inventor to speak at Dallas Harvard Club

Harvard professor Daniel Nocera, inspired by the Grateful Dead's ethos of sharing, will discuss his artificial leaf, a technology for creating fuel and fertilizer from sunlight, at the Harvard Club of Dallas on May 2. Aimed at global accessibility, the event's admission is $35.
Rotting apples and eggshells on compost heap.
Apr 22 2019, JULIE THIBODEAUX

Fort Worth launches pilot composting program

Fort Worth launched a pilot residential composting program, a North Texas first. For an annual $20 fee, residents receive composting supplies and access to collection sites. The initiative aims to reduce landfill waste and methane emissions while creating valuable gardening products. Over 200 participants joined in the first week.
Two smiling men standing under a porch, holding prizes.
Apr 15 2019, JULIE THIBODEAUX

Skies clear for fifth annual Run for Environment

The fifth annual Green Source DFW Run for the Environment took place on April 15, 2019, with Alberto Trevino winning first place and Karen Benitez as the fastest female. The event, benefiting Green Source DFW, was part of Oak Cliff Earth Day and featured sunny weather at Lake Cliff Park.
Bluebonnets in bloom along a grassy roadside, with a clear sky above.
Apr 03 2019, JULIE THIBODEAUX

Earth Day fests pop up across North Texas in April

Earth Day celebrations in North Texas span April weekends with events like Arlington's River Legacy Earth Day, Lewisville's ColorPalooza, and Dallas's Oak Cliff Earth Day. Activities include nature walks, art, environmental education, and more. EarthX film festival and eco expo feature screenings and exhibits promoting environmental awareness.
Cow standing on a rocky surface under a starry night sky.
Mar 15 2019, MARSHALL HINSLEY

'World Peace Diet' author at Dallas film screening

Dr. Will Tuttle, animal advocate and author of "The World Peace Diet," spoke in Dallas, highlighting compassion for all beings and the spiritual links of diet. Following a screening of "A Prayer for Compassion," the event, hosted by Maya Acosta and Dr. Rizwan Bukhari, featured discussions, vegan food, and a piano performance.
Mar 06 2019, AMY MARTIN

Texas treasure endangered by wall, filmmaker says

'The River and the Wall' will screen during the EarthxFilm festival on April 25 at the Perot Museum. Photos courtesy of  Fin and Fur Films.

March 6, 2019

The Rio Grande is not just the border. It is the center — of a culture, an ecosystem, a watershed, a woven history that arose well before national borders and will continue long after the artifice has gone. 

Seven people in a field holding shovels with soil, trees in the background.
Feb 28 2019, ANDREA RIDOUT

Tiny house village breaks ground in Lake Dallas

A new tiny house village in Lake Dallas, breaking national news, is the first of its kind within a city. Developed by Terry Lantrip and tiny house advocate B.A. Norrgard, the community features 13 homes and shared amenities. Residents prioritize minimalist living, and the project aims to blend sustainability with local engagement.
Pink rose cupcakes on a wooden surface.
Feb 06 2019, ANDREA RIDOUT

20 eco-friendly treats for Valentine's Day

This eco-friendly Valentine’s Day guide suggests ethical gifts and experiences, such as dining at Café Modern, exploring local gardens, enjoying vegan desserts, and purchasing fair-trade items. Options include sustainable dining experiences, vegan sweets, locally crafted goods, and eco-conscious gifts at various Texas locations and online.