North Texas

Jan 03 2017, RITA COOK

Fort Worth teen helps city assess multifamily recycling program

Debbie Branch of the city of Fort Worth and Trinity Valley High School senior Lara Turan presented the results of Turan's multifamily recycling study at the State of Texas Alliance for Recycling Summit in San Antonio in October. Courtesy of Debbie Branch.

Jan. 3, 2017

Like other professions, a career in environmental services can begin with an internship. It's a win-win for organizations who provide the opportunity for young students to gain some real-life experience and get help from additional staff in the process.

Jan 02 2017, RITA COOK

Dallas artists explore recycling, conservation in 'Book Forest' exhibit

Book Forest created by the Dallas artist named VET and Sheila Cunningham is on display at the Irving Arts Center until Jan. 29.

Jan. 2, 2017

For nature lovers who like to read, the whimsical installation on display until Jan. 29. at the Irving Arts Center will make you smile.

The Dallas artists who created "Book Forest" also hope to make viewers think about the interdependent relationship of books and trees and the environmental issues surrounding them.

Dec 28 2016, JULIE THIBODEAUX

Year in Review: North Texans made headlines in 2016 for eco-friendly strides

While the year ended with a fossil fuel-loving president-elect and cabinet waiting to take office and threatening to rollback environmental progress, locally there was much to rejoice about in 2016. For North Texas, the year was packed with pioneering achievements from local activists, entrepreneurs and other greenies.

Dec 28 2016, AMY MARTIN

North Texas Wild: Smart phone apps enhance your connection to nature

Amy Martin has compiled the ultimate nature app guide. Photo courtesy of StarWalk. This article originally published Aug. 8, 2016.

North Texas Wild Ever seen someone out in nature with the nose to a smart phone? It may not be a case of social-media addiction. More likely they’re using an app to enhance their outdoor experience. Whatever your nature need, there’s an app for that.

Dec 20 2016, RITA COOK

Every Mavericks’ three-pointer plants another tree in Dallas

Trees for Threes volunteers planted trees at Reverchon Park in Dallas this spring.

Dec. 20, 2016

Every time the Dallas Mavericks score a three pointer, the city of Dallas gets a little greener. That’s because since 2010, Trees for Threes, a partnership between the Mavs, PWC, a Big Four accounting and consulting firm; Arbological Services; and the Dallas Independent School District, plants one tree for every three point basket.

Dec 18 2016, JULIE THIBODEAUX

Film Review: French documentary 'Seasons' thrills with poetic view of animal history

A new nature documentary Seasons, directed by Jacques Perrin and Jacques Cluzaud, the French filmmakers who made Winged Migration and Oceans, offers animal lovers an emersion into a world where wild things rule.

Dec 14 2016, JULIE THIBODEAUX

PETA's Dallas billboards promote kindness to cows in cattle country

They didn't venture into Cowtown, but PETA recently placed a pair of PETA billboards promoting kindness to cows in Dallas – and just a stone's throw from two McDonald's restaurants. It was a nervy gesture in a city known for its steaks and barbecue.

Dec 14 2016, BARBARA KESSLER

North Texas watchdogs partner with academics, cities to step up air quality monitoring

Downwinders at Risk is working with a researcher from the University of Texas - Dallas and others to monitor air quality in North Texas hot spots using drones as well as stationary monitors. Photo courtesy of Downwinders at Risk.

Dec. 14, 2016

Dec 13 2016, RITA COOK

Our 2016 green gift guide showcases eco-friendly retail in North Texas

Rooster Home and Hardware in Dallas sells Roma Boots, which are made by an eco-friendly Dallas company with a mission. For every pair of boots sold, a new pair is donated to a child in need.

Dec. 13, 2016

Dec 06 2016, MARSHALL HINSLEY

Environmental singer-songwriter to perform North Texas concerts

Jim Scott will perform three concerts in Fort Worth and Hurst at Dec. 9-11. Courtesy of Jim Scott.

Dec. 5, 2016

Massachusetts-based singer-songwriter Jim Scott will appear for three North Texas performances this weekend, welcoming old fans and inviting the new to enjoy a night of music that celebrates peace, justice and the earth.