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Group of people gathered on Capitol steps, clear day, building in background.
Dec 20 2018, Julie Ryan

Carbon fee bill introduced in Congress

A bipartisan carbon fee bill, The Energy Innovation and Carbon Dividend Act (H.R. 7173), was introduced in both the House and Senate, aiming to advance renewable energy and reduce emissions. Supported by Citizens' Climate Lobby, it imposes a carbon fee, redistributes revenues, and seeks broad support.
Dec 19 2018, MINNIE PAYNE

City of Dallas giving away trees to combat heat islands

The Dallas Branch Out program kicked off in November. Photos courtesy of the city of Dallas Office of Environmental Quality and Sustainability.

Dec. 19, 2018

Dallasites, there’s still time to get a tree. Not for the holidays but to provide shade and other health benefits for decades to come.

Red cardinal perched near a bird feeder in a green garden.
Dec 18 2018, ANDREA RIDOUT

Green Gift Guide: Pets will go wild for these eco-gifts

Surprise your pet with eco-friendly, durable, and chemical-free gifts from local and national merchants. Options include indestructible dog toys, ceramic cat canisters, vegan dog chews, bird seed treats, and chicken coops. Online finds offer recycled toys, hemp collars, feeder cams, and organic cat grass. Prices may vary by merchant.
Black and white striped belts with square buckles on display.
Dec 12 2018, ANDREA RIDOUT

Eco-chic fashion 'pops' up at Northpark in Dallas

Bottletop's eco-chic fashion pop-up at Northpark Center, Dallas, offers luxurious accessories made from upcycled materials like pop can tabs. The boutique, open until Dec. 31, showcases ethical fashion with products handcrafted in Brazil, supports sustainability, and donates profits to education-focused efforts globally.
Modern building with a sloped roof, illuminated sign reading "TreeHouse" at dusk.
Dec 11 2018, JULIE THIBODEAUX

Dallas-based TreeHouse to close

Dallas-based TreeHouse, a green home improvement store co-founded by Jason Ballard in 2011, is closing after efforts to expand beyond Austin. Despite initially impressing with eco-friendly products and receiving accolades, pricing issues and leadership changes contributed to its decision to wind down operations.
Dec 11 2018, Brandon Castillo

Pumpkin collection highlights need for more waste diversion

Cowboy Compost, a Fort Worth-based compost recycler, held a pumpkin collection earlier this month. Photos courtesy of Brandon Castillo.

Dec. 11, 2018

On Dec. 1, Cowboy Compost set up five locations around Fort Worth to collect pumpkins from residents. Thanks to the city's Park and Recreation Department, we had collection points at two recreation centers, two parks as well as SiNaCa Studios on Magnolia Avenue. Altogether, we collected about 11,600 pounds of pumpkins or almost six tons!

Green dinosaur sculpture near museum entrance sign.
Dec 10 2018, ANDREA RIDOUT

Green Gift Guide: Fun eco-friendly gifts for kids

The Green Gift Guide suggests eco-friendly gifts for kids, including science kits, knitted finger puppets, solar lanterns, recycled art kits, bamboo dining sets, and museum experiences. These gifts, available locally and online, promote environmental awareness and creativity through sustainable materials and engaging learning activities.
A group of smiling people at a banquet, one holding a framed award.
Dec 07 2018, JULIE THIBODEAUX

Green Source DFW honored at Peacemaker Awards

Green Source DFW received the Media Accountability Award at the Peacemaker Awards in Dallas, recognizing its role in promoting the North Texas green movement. Founded by Phillip Shinoda under the Memnosyne Institute, the site connects and informs the environmental community through news, events, and advocacy.
Dec 05 2018, GREEN TIP GUY

Green Tip Guy: Build an underground pet house

Jason, along with his canine companions Lucy and Ethel, show how to build an underground house for your dog or cat to keep them warm in the winter and cool in the summer.

Man loading plants into a black truck with "GroundworkDallas.org" on the side.
Dec 05 2018, JULIE THIBODEAUX

Volunteers spruce up Hines Park in Dallas

Southwest Airlines volunteers, alongside Trinity Park Conservancy and Groundwork Dallas, spent a November weekend improving Hines Park. Efforts included planting, litter cleanup, and developing a rock garden. Regular volunteer days and recent additions like a loop trail and amphitheater have transformed the park.