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Jul 29 2019, MINNIE PAYNE

North Texas businesses pick up slack on food composting

Recycle Revolution is one of the local recyclers that accepts compost. Photo courtesy of Recycle Revolution.

July 29, 2019

Many North Texans have taken the leap into food composting. That's a win-win for residents and cities alike.

According to the EPA, food scraps and yard waste together currently make up about 30 percent of what we throw away. So diverting your food scaps can not only cut down on your trash bill, it will extend the life of our precious landfill space

Smiling woman sitting on the floor, surrounded by numerous empty glass bottles.
Jul 24 2019, JULIE THIBODEAUX

Fort Worth theater puts environmental issues in spotlight

A longtime Fort Worth theater has been going green, thanks to a treehugger behind the scenes. 

Since joining Stage West fifteen years ago, executive producer Dana Schultes admits she has been gently steering the 40-year-old theater in a green direction.

Jul 24 2019, Adrian Shelley

Opinion: New Dallas mayor should lead on climate crisis

Adrian Shelley of Public Citizen outlines steps to avoid catastrophic effects of climate change.​ Photos courtesy of City of Dallas.

July 24, 2019

As the new mayor of Dallas, Eric Johnson’s first actions will signal his priorities. Setting ambitious targets for greenhouse gas reductions in the new Dallas climate action plan should be near the top of his to-do list.

Dallas’ previous mayor, City Council and its residents want to see swift action to address the climate crisis. And there is an imperative to do so.

Two men sitting on rocks, smiling and wearing hiking gear.
Jul 19 2019, JULIE THIBODEAUX

Film explores threats to Grand Canyon via epic hike

The documentary "Into the Canyon," screened by EarthxFilm, follows two journalists on a 750-mile Grand Canyon hike to highlight conservation issues like uranium mining. The free event on July 22 at the Angelika Film Center includes raffle prizes and a panel with Wendel Withrow and Robert Kent.
Portable device on yellow surface near open notebook.
Jul 18 2019, JULIE THIBODEAUX

DFW watchdog group tests air monitoring program for kids

A local environmental watchdog wants to teach kids some new tricks. Like paying attention to what they're breathing. Kids-U provides after school and summer programs for kindergarten through 8th graders at 12 apartment complexes in low-income neighborhoods in DFW.
Reflective pond with lily pads and a frog statue beside the water.
Jul 16 2019, JOHN KENT

Fort Worth Botanic Garden’s new fees start Friday

Fort Worth Botanic Garden introduces its first admission fee to address a $1.2 million budget shortfall. Revenue will support maintenance, program restoration, and new initiatives. Reduced and free entry options exist for families, students, and military. Planned improvements include greenhouse upgrades and a tram service.
Three officials seated at a panel; US and Texas flags behind them.
Jul 12 2019, JULIE THIBODEAUX

Controversial Texas nuke dump at center of Midland hearing

A Midland hearing addressed proposals to ship 40,000 metric tons of nuclear waste to West Texas, sparking protests. Interim Storage Partners seeks to store waste for up to 60 years, despite the absence of a permanent U.S. storage site. Activists argue risks, including transportation dangers, as opposition grows.
Jul 11 2019, Julie Ryan

Texas activists weigh in on legislative wins and losses

Frack Free Denton protesters June 2015 at the Vantage Energy drill site in Denton. Courtesy of Frack Free Denton.

July 11, 2019

Austin-based Texas Campaign for the Environment provided a wrap-up of environmental outcomes of the 86th Texas Legislature at a recent Dallas gathering.

The grassroots anti-pollution group’s scorecard delivered to supporters amid drinks and light bites at Times Ten Cellars came as no surprise:

Red electric bus with "the dash" text, parked outside a modern glass building.
Jul 08 2019, JOHN KENT

Electric buses to link up popular Fort Worth stops

Fort Worth is introducing four zero-emissions battery-electric buses, starting Sept. 22, connecting downtown, the Cultural District, and entertainment areas. This public/private initiative aims to reduce noise and emissions, with funding assistance from community partners and a charging station to support the 150-mile range vehicles.