North Texas

Seventeen Texas House Democrats, led by Rep. Erin Zwiener, formed a climate caucus to advocate for climate change discussions at the Capitol. They aim for legislative recognition of scientific consensus, addressing the disproportionate impact on minority communities, and fostering clean energy collaboration despite partisan challenges.

Green Source DFW readers shared their favorite environmental books, including classics and lesser-known works, such as "The Overstory" by Richard Powers. Notable mentions include "Goodbye to a River," "Ecology of Commerce," "Braiding Sweetgrass," "The Vertical Farm," "Walden," "Silent Spring," "Desert Solitaire," and "A Sand County Almanac".

The 2021 Valentine's Green Gift Guide offers eco-friendly gifts like Joel Sartore's Photo Ark prints, dining at sustainable restaurants, EarthX memberships, Galentine Gift Boxes, local grocery products, VegePod kits, Teasom tea service, and Tayst compostable coffee pods, emphasizing sustainable and local options for Valentine's Day gifting.

Jason shows you how easy is it to make an eco-friendly de-icer with items found in your kitchen.

The 2021 Valentine's Green Gift Guide offers eco-friendly gifts like Joel Sartore's Photo Ark prints, dining at sustainable restaurants, EarthX memberships, Galentine Gift Boxes, local grocery products, VegePod kits, Teasom tea service, and Tayst compostable coffee pods, emphasizing sustainable and local options for Valentine's Day gifting.

Dallas transformed a shopping center parking lot at 6959 Arapaho Road into Hillcrest Village Green Park. The project, championed by former council member Sandy Greyson, involved collaboration with SHOP Cos. and city funds, revitalizing the space with green areas and attracting businesses, setting a template for urban renewal.

A climate-focused Dallas youth coalition, including the Sunrise Movement, rallied outside Rep. Marc Veasey’s office, urging support for the Green New Deal and opposing his stance on Biden’s halted oil and gas leases. They criticize Veasey's fossil fuel ties and demand action on economic, racial, and environmental issues.

Four Texas Democrats opposed Biden’s pause on new oil and gas leases on federal lands, arguing it harms jobs and the economy. Despite supporting the Paris climate deal, they urge reevaluation of the order, advocating balanced policies addressing climate change while protecting jobs.

EarthxTV's partnership with NowThis Earth aims to engage Millennial and Gen-Z audiences with daily environmental news and solutions. Launched by EarthX, the platform seeks to inspire and provide balanced discussions. The collaboration extends NowThis Earth's reach, addressing urgent environmental issues and empowering young people to act.

Shingle Mountain's removal from Dallas is underway after years of health concerns due to toxic shingle piles from Blue Star Recycling. Over 109,000 tons have been cleared since December 2020, with final clean-up expected by April 2021. Local activists continue advocating for comprehensive environmental restoration.