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New interactive map orients hikers at Oak Cliff Nature Preserve

The Texas Land Conservancy launched an interactive smartphone-accessible map for Oak Cliff Nature Preserve to help hikers navigate its complex trails. Debuting on National Trails Day, June 3, the map aims to prevent confusion and attract more visitors to the urban Dallas park featuring trails, creeks, and diverse ecosystems.

New North Texas environmental coalition to lead ExxonMobil rally

The Coalition for Environmental Justice - North Texas is hosting the ExxonMobil Shareholders Meeting Protest on May 31 in Dallas to highlight climate change. Formed in February, CEJ-NTX unites various environmental groups against corporate influence and fossil fuel interests, aiming to become a political voice for necessary change.

Dallas artist finds urban blight 'littered' with beauty, lessons

A local artist wants us to take a closer look at litter. That’s why she blew up her images of artfully arranged trash to larger than life size. A collection of Dallas artist Sally Warren’s trash collages can be seen in her current exhibit Convenience Store, now on view at the Liliana Bloch Gallery in Dallas, through June 17.

Purple fields provide backdrop for annual lavender fest

The 9th Annual Lavender Festival at Lavender Ridge Farms, Gainesville, takes place May 27-29. Visitors can explore lavender fields, cut bouquets, and enjoy lavender-themed cuisine. The family-owned farm, with 160 years of history, offers arts and crafts, food vendors, and wine tastings amidst its scenic fields.

Rangers ballpark tops list of vegan-friendly stadiums in U.S.

Globe Life Park, home of the Texas Rangers, tops PETA's list of vegan-friendly ballparks in the U.S. for its new all-vegan food cart, featuring vegan nachos, chili with Beyond Beef, and black bean tamales. The initiative was influenced by a grassroots campaign led by fan Twalla Grant.

Treehouse B&B in Hunt County soon to be solar powered

Savannah's Meadow in Celeste features two treehouses and a shabby chic trailer. Photos courtesy of Savannah's Meadow.

May 16, 2017

Looking for an eco-friendly weekend getaway in North Texas? Savannah’s Meadow in Celeste offers an opportunity to sleep in the treetops surrounded by wooded acreage. Soon the treehouses will be solar powered. 

Repurposed bus delivers nature education to Dallas kids

Jennifer Stuart debuted her rolling eco-friendly classes at the Twelve Hills Nature Center in April.​ Photo by Stacey Potter Jemison. Additional photos by Andrea Ridout.

May 15, 2017

Jennifer Stuart is using a repurposed bus to introduce kids to a world she says a growing number of children are unfamiliar with – the outdoors. 

Eco-friendly Mother's Day gifts from local green retailers

May 10, 2017

Sunday is Mother’s Day and if your mom is as hip as you are, surprise her with an eco-friendly gift from a local merchant. When you shop local and go green, you honor not only your own mom but also this amazing planet that cares for us all. Mom will love you for it and so will Mother Earth!

IKEA to install solar panels atop new Grand Prairie store

IKEA plans to install a 1.25 MW solar array atop its new Grand Prairie store in Texas by summer. The system will include 2,800 SunPower panels, generating roughly 2,000,000 kWh annually. This marks IKEA's 48th U.S. solar project, reinforcing its sustainability efforts and investment in renewable energy.