Sept. 21, 2015
According to U.S. recycling statistics, recycling has vastly improved each year since the first U.S. recycling center opened its doors in 1896, but it has a long way to go before reaching perfection.
Above, White Rock Crossing in Dallas is being built cohousing-style, with homes facing each other across a courtyard. Courtesy of White Rock Crossing.
Sept. 7, 2015
"Green Tip of the Week " is an ongoing feature created by Green Tip Guy Jason Winningham of Duncanville.
PalletSmart in Fort Worth makes furniture, home decor and custom projects out of repurposed pallets and other reclaimed material. Photos courtesy of PalletSmart.
Sept. 2, 2015
BMW i3 Range Extender hybrid has a 150-mile range. Photo by Rita Cook.
Aug. 31, 2015
Gecko Hardware is raising money through a GoFundMe campaign to restock inventory after a slow start in 2015 that threatens the business' future. Photos courtesy of Gecko Hardware.
July 20, 2015
Andrea Ridout, owner of Gecko Hardware in Dallas, appealed to the public for help last week.
The eco-friendly hardware store needs more revenue to keep going.
Beverly Thomas' Veggie Van is stocked with fresh organically grown produce from her farm in Weatherford. Photos courtesy of Beverly Thomas.
July 13, 2015
Sometimes stopping by the farmers market is not an option for busy North Texans. They may live too far from the nearest produce stand or simply run out of time during the weekend. For fresh food produce lovers in the western Metroplex, now the farmers market can come them, thanks to the Veggie Van.
This vegan handbag from Cykochik, based in Dallas, incorporates recycled material. Photos courtesy of Nikki Duong Koenig.
July 10, 2015
Since launching her custom handbag company in 2003, Nikki Duong Koenig, the founder of Cykochik, wanted to create a brand that was stylish and fun but also compassionate and conscientious.