Green Tip Guy: Make your own air filter
Jason shows you how to make a homemade air filter to clean your home's air. Photo courtesy of Storyblock.
North Texas
Trash Dash promotes Dallas park cleanup
The inaugural Trash Dash 5K at Harry S. Moss Park in Dallas was moved to May 12 due to trail conditions. Photos courtesy of organizers.
March 26, 2018
Bicyclists and trail runners at Harry S. Moss Park in Dallas know the 284-acre wooded hideaway is an urban treasure. Now the park’s loyal fans and an army of eco-friendly high school students are organizing an event aimed at keeping the wild space from disappearing under a mountain of trash.
Environmental magnet school in DeSoto offers taste of farm life
The greenhouse at Ruby Young Elementary Medical & Environmental Magnet Academy in DeSoto. Photos courtesy of Patty Wallace.
March 23, 2018
Abraham Lincoln said "The greatest fine art of the future will be the making of a comfortable living from a small piece of land." A hundred and fifty years later, with the growing popularity of urban gardening, his words appear to ring true. As part of that trend, more schools are teaching students the value of growing your own food, including one DeSoto elementary magnet school.
Green Tip Guy: Ditch the plastic straws
Jason explains why you should go straw free or at least find a more eco-friendly alternative. Read more about the global campaign at The Last Plastic Straw. Photo by Karl Thibodeaux.
Native plant sales spread sustainable gardening in DFW
Native plant sales in North Texas promote sustainable gardening, emphasizing drought-tolerant species that support wildlife. The Native Plant Society of Texas, founded in 1981, and Dr. Doug Tallamy advocate for native plants' ecological roles. Various sales occur in the region throughout April and May.
Flora and fauna is focus of Fort Worth artist's Tyler retrospective
The Tyler Museum of Art presents "Sticks and Stones," a retrospective of Fort Worth artist Helen Altman. Displaying works from 1992 onwards, the exhibit reflects Altman's fascination with nature, blending realism and surrealism with elements of nostalgia. It explores themes like artificiality and irony, on view until June 3.
Local college teachers needed to survey sustainability workbook
Lori Delacruz Lewis is seeking feedback on her sustainability workbook from higher education teachers. Courtesy of Storyblock.
March 12, 2018
Lori Delacruz Lewis wants to know what higher education teachers think of her sustainability workbook.
TCU’s environmental institute takes on ecological issues
TCU's research station/farm in Costa Rica allows students to immerse themselves in one of the most biologically diverse landscapes on the planet. Courtesy of TCU.
March 9, 2018
More universities are seeing collaboration as a way to foster environmental education, outreach and research.
Cedar Hill among top solar friendly cities in Texas
Cedar Hill, Texas, earned a Gold designation from Solsmart for solar friendliness, alongside Austin and El Paso. Recognized for sustainable practices, Cedar Hill applied for this in January and advanced solar adoption, benefiting consumers through ordinance updates and local partnerships, successfully fostering over 100 residential solar installations.
Climate change in North Texas to be addressed at free symposium
The North Texas Climate Change Symposium on March 9 at Belo Mansion in Dallas is a free event hosted by the city and the Dallas Bar Association to educate attendees on local climate issues. Featuring 13 speakers, including keynote Dr. John Nielsen-Gammon, it covers topics like climate resilience, justice, and economic impacts.