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Aug 29 2018, RITA COOK

North Texas tours showcase waterwise gardens

Dallas and Plano are hosting their annual waterwise garden tours in October. Photos courtesy of city of Plano.

Can you have an attractive yard in DFW without running up your water bill? Two garden tours give North Texans a chance to check out the yards of folks who have mastered the art of sustainable gardening.

The city of Dallas pioneered the event, launching its annual Waterwise Tour 24 years ago. Plano began its own tour six years ago and both cities have transitioned from a spring event to a fall tour in October.

PLANO TOUR

Aug 28 2018, Julie Ryan

Dallas climate action plan clears first hurdle

Dallas City Council's Quality of Life committee passed an amendment to adopt a climate action plan on Monday. Photo by Storyblock.

Aug. 28, 2018

On Monday, the city of Dallas set in motion the process for creating a climate action plan with the approval of a budget amendment by the Council’s Quality of Life Committee. 

Calls for an environmental plan that includes a climate action plan had been raised by environmentalists at City Council town hall meetings held during the month of August. 

Aug 27 2018, Ryan Pierce

Ag center teaches 'renewable' lesson in Arlington ISD

The net-zero Agricultural Science Center features rooftop and ground-level solar, a wind turbine and a rainwater collection system. Photos courtesy of AISD.

Aug. 27, 2018

In its first year of operation, Arlington ISD's new state-of-the art Agricultural Science Center has proven to be a sustainable success story.

Sorting trash on a blue tarp, two people, smiling, holding tongs, surrounded by bags and buckets.
Aug 22 2018, JULIE THIBODEAUX

Volunteers needed to audit commercial trash in Dallas

The Texas Campaign for the Environment seeks volunteers for a waste audit of Dallas businesses, involving sorting and analyzing trash to aid recycling program expansion. The project is from September 26 to October 6, funded by a Meadows Foundation grant, offering experience in sustainable practices and potential Green Business Certification. Interested parties can apply online.
Aug 20 2018, RITA COOK

Dallas sculptor shows cosmic side of nature

Rachel Muldez with her piece "Event Horizon," made from magnolia seed pods. Photos courtesy of the artist.

Aug. 20, 2018

A Dallas sculptor uses earthy objects, such as leaves, bark and seeds, to evoke a cosmic perspective.

Rachel Muldez gathers natural material for her eco-friendly artwork on daily walks, which she takes following meditation. 

Three tacos with beef, avocado, lettuce, and drizzle on a white plate.
Aug 17 2018, MARSHALL HINSLEY

Inaugural veg fest to be held in OKC

VegFest OKC, Oklahoma City's first vegan festival, will be held on Sept. 8 at Myriad Botanical Gardens. It features plant-based foods, cruelty-free products, fitness classes, and speakers promoting healthy lifestyles. The event aims to highlight Oklahoma's growing acceptance of veganism and improve the state’s health statistics.
Chickens confined in small cages in a dimly lit environment.
Aug 13 2018, JULIE THIBODEAUX

Kroger suspends ties to Collin County egg supplier

Kroger announced it is suspending ties to Mahard Egg Farm, based in Prosper in Collin County, after People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals released video footage showing hens caged with dead hens that had apparently died of heatstroke and hens beaten to death at one of its facilities.
Corridor with brown panels, windows, and people outside a glass-walled room.
Aug 10 2018, JULIE THIBODEAUX

New botanical lab in Fort Worth to aid plant conservation

The Botanical Research Institute of Texas is unveiling the George C. and Sue W. Sumner Molecular and Structural Laboratory in Fort Worth to enhance plant conservation efforts. The facility will enable DNA analysis of plants, supporting research on plant relationships, rarity, and conservation by BRIT, universities, and the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.