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Dallas student film contest focuses on straw pollution

EarthxFilm's annual student film contest encourages filmmakers aged 12-21 to create 60-second films on the theme "Straw-Less Summer," highlighting the environmental harm of single-use plastics. The deadline is August 1, 2018, with prizes up to $500. This initiative raises awareness and promotes sustainable practices.

Park advocates split over proposed Botanic Garden fee

Park advocates are divided over a proposed Fort Worth Botanic Garden admission fee aimed at addressing $15 million in unmet repairs and operational needs. Although some support it, others argue it could exclude disadvantaged residents. Alternatives, including free passes and membership options, are under consideration to ensure accessibility.

DFW climate lobbyists report progress on latest DC trip

The Texas delegation of Citizens' Climate Lobby took more than 1,000 handwritten letters to Sen. Cruz’s office and nearly as many to Sen. Cornyn’s office. Photos courtesy of CCL DFW.

June 26, 2018

Local activists from Citizens’ Climate Lobby were upbeat after returning from CCL’s annual June Lobby Day in Washington. Earlier this month, they joined 1,300 volunteers from the nonprofit on its annual trek to DC to lobby Congress for climate action. 

Monarch gardens give wings to classroom lessons in Denton

STEAMGrown Gardens, a Denton nonprofit founded by Jen Bailey, aims to bolster monarch butterfly habitats at underfunded schools while aligning with Texas's STEAM curriculum. The initiative involves grants and volunteer support for creating wildflower gardens that serve as educational tools and help boost student engagement and ecological knowledge.

Dallas requires apartments to offer recycling by 2020

Dallas City Council voted unanimously to mandate recycling access for all multi-family complexes by 2020, catching up with Fort Worth’s 2014 policy. Advocates, backed by grassroots support, praised the decision, emphasizing equality in city services and aiming to extend recycling standards to businesses.

Eco-friendly hotel to open in renovated building in Dallas

The eco-friendly Element hotel is opening in a LEED renovated building across from Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas in the fall. Courtesy of Atlantic Hotels Group.

June 12, 2018

A LEED-certified renovated building in the Dallas medical district will soon reopen as an environmentally friendly boutique hotel.