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Arlington veteran says COVID not canceling annual park cleanup

Angel Carter initiated the Fish Creek Cleanup Challenge after noticing persistent litter at Fish Creek Linear Park in Arlington. Despite COVID-19, the third annual event proceeds on January 30, 2021, adhering to social distancing. In 2020, 800 volunteers participated. Carter emphasizes education and community engagement for effective volunteer recruitment.

Portable air monitors are latest tool for North Texas activists

Downwinders at Risk, a Dallas-based clean air advocacy group, is empowering citizens to monitor local air quality using portable devices. They train individuals to use these monitors, enabling them to gather data for personal or advocacy purposes. This initiative helps fill gaps due to limited official monitors in North Texas.

Co-ops making it easier for Texans to go solar

Solar United Neighbors simplifies solar adoption in Texas via co-ops, aiding cost reduction and decision-making with collective buying power and expertise. Hanna Mitchell details this process, explaining motivations, costs, tax credits, payment options, and co-op benefits, encouraging Texans to find or start co-ops for solar installations.

Dallas woman crochets 'climate' scarf

Dallas woman Jennifer Stuart created a 13-foot "temperature scarf" that visualizes 2019's North Texas climate, using yarn colors to depict temperature data inspired by The Tempestry Project. This project fosters awareness and conversation about climate change through creative textile artistry and community collaboration.

Owl meets shocking end in Fort Worth alley

A great horned owl met an untimely end in our Fort Worth neighborhood last month. My husband and I discovered him one Sunday morning. We kept hearing crows yelling in a nearby tree. Like bluejays, crows will join forces to scare predators away.

Green Source DFW launches reader survey

Green Source DFW has been around for nearly 10 years now. We thought it was a good time to get your feedback on our news publication. Please drop us a line telling us: what value do you get from reading Green Source DFW?, and how can we do better?

Nearly 100 bird species seen in suburban Arlington yard

Charley Amos, a Texas Master Naturalist, attracts 97 bird species to his Arlington yard by offering water, native seeds, and shelter without using chemicals. He warns of habitat loss and encourages using native plants. Amos’ favorite bird-watching spot is Big Bend National Park. His global bird count approaches 1,200.

Green Source DFW shares tips on 'Good Morning Texas'

Green Source DFW debuted on Good Morning Texas, featuring reporters Andrea Ridout and Jason Winningham. They showcased 20 Green Tips for 2020, including alternatives to plastic coffee pods and eco-friendly dryer sheets, with host Alanna Sarabia at the WFAA studio in Dallas.