North Texas

Oct 22 2019, MINNIE PAYNE

Eastfield College to host free sustainability summit

Eastfield College will host the free annual DCCCD sustainability summit on November 8, featuring Ian Garrett, who will discuss creativity in sustainability. Attendees can explore five learning tracks, including Social Equity and Resource Efficiency, to address various sustainability challenges. Lunch is provided, pre-registration requested.

Oct 21 2019, ANDREW RIDOUT

Veggie Fair moves to Dallas Farmers Market

The Texas Veggie Fair, now at Dallas Farmers Market on Nov. 2, features plant-based foods, vegan vendors, and live music. Expect over 15,000 visitors and highlights like speakers, cruelty-free products, and food from vendors like El Palote and Beyond Meat. Parking and transit options are available.

Oct 19 2019, JULIE THIBODEAUX

Methane rules rollback under fire at Dallas EPA hearing

Environmentalists gathered at a Dallas EPA hearing to oppose the Trump administration's rollback of methane emission rules, fearing increased pollution. Activists, including those from the Dallas Sierra Club and Earthworks, emphasized the need for stronger regulations and highlighted the harmful environmental impacts of loosened standards.

Oct 16 2019, AMY MARTIN

The road to becoming a North Texas master naturalist

GSDFW reporter Amy Martin shares the thrill of becoming a certified nature expert. An intro to the program will be held Oct. 22 at 7:30 p.m. at the Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Extension Center in Dallas. Photo by Amy Martin.

Oct. 16, 2019

Oct 16 2019, JULIE THIBODEAUX

If passed, Texas Prop 5 would boost funds to state parks

Texas Proposition 5 proposes dedicating sales tax revenue from sporting goods to fund state parks, wildlife, and historical agencies, without raising taxes. Advocates highlight its potential to address park underfunding, create new parks, and enhance recreational opportunities, supported by numerous environmental organizations.

Oct 15 2019, ANDREA RIDOUT

Texas A&M AgriLife unveils renovated Dallas campus

Texas A&M AgriLife in Dallas unveiled its renovated campus, featuring eco-friendly technologies and new facilities. Highlights include the Urban Agriculture Building, greenhouses for research, the Water and Land Resources Building, the Gardens, and the Benny J. Simpson Ecopark, all promoting sustainability and educational outreach.

Oct 09 2019, JOHN KENT

Native flora of U.S. illustrated in Fort Worth exhibit

The "Botanical Art Worldwide: America’s Flora" exhibit in Fort Worth showcases 46 artworks depicting native U.S. plants in various media. Developed by the American Society of Botanical Artists and the U.S. Botanic Garden, it aims to raise awareness of plant diversity and runs free through Nov. 27.

Oct 08 2019, AMY MARTIN

Austin-based group to bring Big Bend to Big D

Oct. 8, 2019

For most people, Big Bend is a myth. They’ve never been there. They’ve read an article perhaps, seen photographs, maybe a documentary. Big Bend is what they conjure it to be in their mind, undoubtedly romanticized to the max.

So how do you get people to care about the land they’ll never experience? Can the urgency of a live arts performance convey enough sense of place to create compassion for a landscape and its inhabitants?

Oct 07 2019, MINNIE PAYNE

Green careers to be showcased at Irving event

Oct. 7, 2019

Want to make a career out of saving the planet?

The city of Irving is hosting a free Environmental Career Symposium on Saturday, Oct. 19.

City of Irving Environmental Programs Coordinator Emily Asbury and her staff aim to enlighten people interested or curious in environmental job opportunities.

Oct 02 2019, ANDREW RIDOUT

New vegan restaurant pops up in Plano

Viridescent Kitchen, a new vegan café in Plano, offers a plant-based, largely gluten-free menu. Founded by Laura Thornthwaite, Gabrielle Reyes, and Brooke Ali, it features dishes like Monster Nachos and Beyond Beef Figgy Burger. The restaurant prioritizes taste, environmental friendliness, and caters to dietary needs.