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Two women smiling at an outdoor event with a branded backdrop.
Apr 25 2018, GSDFW

Anti-fracking documentary wins top prize at EarthxFilm 

The EarthxFilm festival awarded its top prize to *Unfractured*, a documentary directed by Chanda Chevannes about biologist-turned-activist Sandra Steingraber. Highlighting the human cost of activism, the film supports grassroots anti-fracking efforts, notably in Texas, with Chevannes dedicating the award to Liveable Arlington.
Apr 25 2018, MINNIE PAYNE

Plant-inspired sculptures powered by wind at Arboretum

A row of wind sculptures, modeled after tulips, are part of exhibit by Lyman Whitaker at the Dallas Arboretum. Photos courtesy of the Dallas Arboretum.

April 25, 2018

An artist who gets his inspiration from plants and wind power recently opened a whimsical outdoor exhibit at the Dallas Arboretum. 

Red and yellow flower held in a person's hand.
Apr 24 2018, JULIE THIBODEAUX

North Texans gearing up for City Nature Challenge

North Texans are preparing for the City Nature Challenge, held April 27-30, to defend their title. Hosted by iNaturalist, the global event involves over 70 cities. DFW enthusiasts, led by Sam Kieschnick, aim to record the highest number of local plant and animal observations.
Deceased bird with exposed plastics in its abdomen.
Apr 23 2018, JULIE THIBODEAUX

Film depicts 'albatross' of plastic consumption

Seattle-based photographer Chris Jordan spent eight years creating the film "Albatross," documenting the impact of plastic consumption on albatrosses on Midway Island. It creatively explores humanity's crossroads without dictating solutions, offering the film for free on Earth Day and World Oceans Day.
Silhouettes of people watching erupting volcano at night.
Apr 18 2018, Julie Ryan

‘The Human Element’ that can solve climate change opens EarthxFilm 

'The Human Element,' a film by James Balog, opened EarthxFilm, showcasing captivating scenes of climate impact through the elements, with a focus on humanity’s role. Screened alongside 'Ditch the Van,' both films aired at EarthxFilm, part of the significant EarthX environmental expo in Dallas.
Apr 17 2018, GSDFW

EarthX expands Dallas expo with more...of everything

Now in its 8th year, the three-day environmental expo also features five days of conferences and a 10-day film festival.

April 18, 2018

EarthX changed its name last year from Earth Day Texas to reflect its ambitions to grow. This year, event-goers will experience that growth as the three-day festival now is held in conjunction with a five-day group of conferences and 10-day film festival.

Apr 17 2018, MINNIE PAYNE

City of Fort Worth offering free native plants to residents

Fort Worth residents picked up free native plants and learned about local wildflowers and their pollinators at a Native Neighborhoods event held in September. Photos by Michelle Villafranca.

April 17, 2018

A new city of Fort Worth program aims to teach residents the benefits of native landscaping by giving them a starter kit.

Runners crossing a finish line in a park.
Apr 17 2018, JULIE THIBODEAUX

Oak Cliff Earth Day roars back with Run for Environment

Oak Cliff Earth Day returned at Lake Cliff Park in Dallas, featuring the "Run for the Environment." Organized by Green Source DFW and Memnosyne Institute, the event included a Native American opening prayer, green development talks, musical performances, and over 130 green vendors, celebrating community and sustainability.
Woman standing by a calm lakeshore, arms crossed, under a clear sky.
Apr 13 2018, JULIE THIBODEAUX

Modern day Rachel Carson to speak at two venues in DFW

Sandra Steingraber, an environmentalist inspired by Rachel Carson, will speak on April 21 in DFW about fracking's harms. With a focus on environmental activism informed by personal cancer experience and scientific research, she highlights ongoing chemical risks and the need for collective action against corporate environmental damage.