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Texas Green Report logo with green plant graphic.
Aug 26 2019, JULIE THIBODEAUX

Green Source DFW launches podcast

Green Source DFW and the Memnosyne Institute launch a new podcast, the Texas Green Report, featuring environmental experts from Texas. Reporters include Marshall Hinsley and Andrea Ridout. The podcast aims to inform and entertain listeners, with sponsorships available. Pilot episodes are online for feedback.
City skyline split by dry, cracked earth and vibrant green grass under contrasting skies.
Aug 23 2019, MARSHALL HINSLEY

Why climate change is bad for our health

Climate change poses significant health risks, including heat-related illnesses, allergies, asthma, and vector-borne diseases, particularly in North Texas. Experts Dr. Tony Perri and nurse Dorothy Perri highlight the urgent need for proactive measures to mitigate these effects and encourage engagement with local climate initiatives.
Basil plant in pot with labeled pencil stake.
Aug 22 2019, ANDREA RIDOUT

Send kids back to school with these green supplies

Send kids back to school with eco-friendly supplies like the Eco School Kit, Sproutable Pencils, Bento Boxes, reusable and compostable bags, Eco Utensils, and more. These sustainable options help teach kids about environmental stewardship while providing practical and fun school essentials.
Split okra with biscuit and sauce on a black plate.
Aug 19 2019, MARSHALL HINSLEY

Okrapalooza celebrates 10 years with two-day fest

The 10th annual Okrapalooza festival on Sept. 14-15 at Reeves Family Farm will feature a Seed to Table dinner and a family-oriented fest with a chef cook-off. Proceeds benefit Promise of Peace Gardens' programs like Soup It Forward, aiding Dallas food deserts with fresh produce and nutritional education.
Woman chopping vegetables in a kitchen next to a sink.
Aug 14 2019, ANDREA RIDOUT

Water Filters 101: Tips for wading through the options

In north Texas, tap water can taste unpleasant despite being generally clean. To improve water quality, consider filters, which vary from carbon, ion exchange, and reverse osmosis to multi-stage systems. Tested brands like Brita, Zero Water, Life Straw, Aquasana, and others offer varying benefits, while eco-friendly options are emerging to reduce waste.
Aug 14 2019, Lara Korte

Plastic bags are killing horses and cows across Texas

Kristie West, who owns a ranch and bed and breakfast in Pleasanton, has worked to raise awareness about the fatal impact plastic bags have on livestock. Photo by Callie Richmond for The Texas Tribune.

From the Texas Tribune

Aug. 14, 2019

Kristie West was driving down the highway in rural South Texas when she saw it.

The drive from her ranch to the nearby town of Poth was usually uneventful. But on that day in 2017, West saw something that made her slam on the brakes of her pickup.

A brown wide-brimmed hat with a yellow note inside.
Aug 13 2019, JULIE THIBODEAUX

Nominations sought for Green Source DFW Awards

Nominations are open for the 8th annual Green Source DFW Sustainable Leadership Awards, accepting entries until Sept. 15. The event, on Nov. 14 at the Dallas Arboretum, will feature Montopolis. Winners will be judged by the North Texas green community, forgoing public voting. Categories and sponsorships are available.
A small turtle rests on a person's hand outdoors.
Aug 07 2019, MARSHALL HINSLEY

Fort Worth students survey turtles along Trinity River

Biologist and Paschal High School science teacher Andrew Brinker initiated a three-year Trinity River Turtle Survey to assess turtle populations in North Texas, amid urban development. Students collect, measure, and tag turtles for analysis, contributing to baseline data and gaining valuable research experience.
Aerial view of an industrial plant with smoke, surrounded by fields.
Aug 07 2019, Jim Schermbeck

Opinion: Local cement plant seeks to burn 100 percent petroleum coke

Holcim Cement’s Midlothian plant seeks a permit to increase air pollution, releasing more carbon monoxide and burning 100% petroleum coke. This could boost emissions of particulate matter and CO2, raising environmental concerns. Community action includes public meetings and contested hearings to oppose the permit.
Children exploring a lakeshore with nets on a cloudy day.
Aug 06 2019, MINNIE PAYNE

North Texas kids are learning to be master naturalists

North Texas kids are trained as Junior Master Naturalists at the City of Coppell’s Biodiversity Education Center and The Perot Museum. Targeting fourth to sixth-graders, these programs offer interactive learning and field trips, encouraging young people to appreciate and understand Texas ecosystems.