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Mar 20 2019, Kiah Collier

Houston petrochemical fire out after three days of burning

A Houston-area petrochemical fire at Intercontinental Terminals Company was extinguished after three days. The facility had a history of environmental violations. While air quality was deemed safe, officials warned sensitive populations to limit exposure. Firefighting faced challenges due to reduced water pressure. No injuries or explosion risks were reported.
Mar 20 2019, Julie Ryan

Green activist training for big fights in Big D

Olinka Green at the Southern Sector Rising press conference at Dallas City Hall on March 20. Photos courtesy of Olinka Green.

March 20, 2019

A former youth educator turned Dallas environmental activist is finding her voice. 

Cow standing on a rocky surface under a starry night sky.
Mar 15 2019, MARSHALL HINSLEY

'World Peace Diet' author at Dallas film screening

Dr. Will Tuttle, animal advocate and author of "The World Peace Diet," spoke in Dallas, highlighting compassion for all beings and the spiritual links of diet. Following a screening of "A Prayer for Compassion," the event, hosted by Maya Acosta and Dr. Rizwan Bukhari, featured discussions, vegan food, and a piano performance.
Group holding a "Tour of Solar Homes" banner in front of a house with solar panels.
Mar 15 2019, JULIE THIBODEAUX

Plano engineer used smarts to shave energy usage

Bill Neukranz, an engineer from Plano and member of the North Texas Renewable Energy Group, passed away at 64. Known for cutting his energy cost by half, he shared insights through his presentations and home tours. Neukranz emphasized practical energy-saving steps and was a notable advocate for economic-conscious sustainability.
Two people seated at a conference table, one female, one male, with documents in front of them.
Mar 12 2019, JULIE THIBODEAUX

Dallas activists lobby in DC for action on Superfund site

Dallas activists Corey Troiani and Olinka Green traveled to Washington D.C. to urge EPA action on the Lane Plating Superfund Site. The site, contaminated with toxic metals, faces cleanup delays. Activists seek improved communication and prompt EPA action, as the responsible company is defunct.
Mar 06 2019, AMY MARTIN

Texas treasure endangered by wall, filmmaker says

'The River and the Wall' will screen during the EarthxFilm festival on April 25 at the Perot Museum. Photos courtesy of  Fin and Fur Films.

March 6, 2019

The Rio Grande is not just the border. It is the center — of a culture, an ecosystem, a watershed, a woven history that arose well before national borders and will continue long after the artifice has gone. 

Person selecting meals from a large refrigerated display in a store.
Mar 05 2019, ANDREA RIDOUT

Plant-based take-out venue opens third location in DFW

Two Dallas sisters, Marianne Lacko and Annette Baker, have expanded their all-vegan takeaway venture, Nature's Plate, by opening a third location in DFW. They offer delicious, healthy, prepped meals with eco-friendly packaging, along with classes and meal plans focused on unprocessed, plant-based foods.
Group of eleven people smiling outdoors, holding a "The Climate Reality Project" banner.
Mar 04 2019, MARSHALL HINSLEY

Group aims to teach North Texans about climate crisis

The DFW Chapter of the Climate Reality Project educates North Texans on climate change, promoting sustainable energy policies and public engagement. Founded in 2017, it hosts monthly meetings, supports new Climate Reality Leaders, and collaborates with local groups to influence policy and spread awareness at local levels.
Seven people in a field holding shovels with soil, trees in the background.
Feb 28 2019, ANDREA RIDOUT

Tiny house village breaks ground in Lake Dallas

A new tiny house village in Lake Dallas, breaking national news, is the first of its kind within a city. Developed by Terry Lantrip and tiny house advocate B.A. Norrgard, the community features 13 homes and shared amenities. Residents prioritize minimalist living, and the project aims to blend sustainability with local engagement.