North Texas

Two climate researchers say the climate crisis should be a part of the state curriculum.

Aug. 2, 2019

While many cities around the globe are feeling the direct impacts of climate change, such as sea level rise, those who live in regions away from the coast, like North Texans, can find it more difficult to comprehend how it affects them locally. However, both formal and informal education on the topic can help residents in inland regions better understand the climate emergency.

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.

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.