North Texas

Dallas-Fort Worth residents can provide input on the regional climate action plan through public meetings and an online survey. NCTCOG is developing a plan funded by the EPA to improve air quality and reduce emissions. Public feedback will shape finalized strategies focusing on energy and transportation.

Clear Creek Natural Heritage Center in Denton faces threats from nearby development plans, raising concerns among residents and environmentalists about the impact on the unique ecosystem. Rapid population growth challenges preservation efforts, while the Northeast Denton Area Plan seeks to balance development and environmental protection.

Last year, my daughter and I unknowingly rented an electric vehicle to visit my mother-in-law north of Boston. Unfamiliar with EVs, we relied on Google to learn how to charge it. Despite initial challenges, we discovered charging stations and EV basics. This experience highlighted the need for rental companies to inform customers about EVs.

The 2023 Last Minute Green Gift Guide offers a variety of eco-friendly, locally sourced gifts perfect for the holiday season. Highlights include Crazy Water experiences, Half Price Books finds, unique coffee and pastries, Texas craft beers, quality tools, and vegan treats—all easily accessible from local businesses.

North Texas prairies, integral to the region, benefit from controlled fires to rejuvenate ecosystems and prevent wildfires. A workshop on Jan. 10-11 in Fort Worth aims to educate land managers on prescribed fire techniques, featuring expert speakers.

The 2023 Green Gift Guide for Pets recommends eco-friendly gifts that prioritize sustainability and pet well-being. Suggestions include natural treats, durable toys, stylish beds, and innovative pet care products—all aimed at reducing environmental impact while delighting your furry companions.

The Amon Carter Museum exhibit "Trespassers: James Prosek & the Texas Prairie" highlights endangered Texas prairies through immersive, exquisitely detailed art. Watercolors, sculptures, and multimedia works illustrate prairie fragmentation and wildlife displacement, stirring awareness of this vital ecosystem's plight.

The 2023 Green Gift Guide for Kids highlights eco-friendly gift ideas, including a Made in Texas onesie, bird workshops, gardening kits, and STEM toys. The guide features unique offerings like Lump of Coal products, dragon playsets, and recycled material toys, promoting sustainability and creativity for young eco-conscious gift recipients.

The 2023 Green Gift Guide features eco-friendly gifts such as Farmer’s Defense sleeves, reMarkable 2 tablets, organic fruit baskets from Harry and David, and Lomi composters. It highlights sustainable products like Confetti Snacks, Crystal deodorant, and Susan’s Own CBD products, promoting gifts that align with environmental and health-conscious living.

The Caddo Lake Institute, founded in 1993 by Eagles frontman Don Henley, protects the Texas lake's environmental integrity from development and invasive species. The organization collaborates with agencies to restore natural water patterns, tackle pollution, and safeguard threatened species like the American paddlefish.