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Mar 05 2018, MARSHALL HINSLEY

Denton's switch to renewables spurred by environmentalism, economics

In 2015, despite a historic fracking ban reversal, Denton committed to 100% renewable energy by 2020, driven by environmentalism and economics. With municipally-owned utilities, Denton secures affordable renewable contracts. While a natural gas plant remains contentious, the plan aims for stability and lower rates, championed by engaged citizens.
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Feb 28 2018, JULIE THIBODEAUX

Gas driller's request to waive setback in Arlington denied

The Arlington City Council denied Total E&P Barnett USA's request to reduce the gas drilling setback from 600 feet to 319 feet. The decision followed protests from local residents, Liveable Arlington, and the Dallas Sierra Club, highlighting growing concerns over gas drilling's dangers and community impact.
Hospital room with three people; one wearing a gas mask, others smiling.
Feb 27 2018, JULIE THIBODEAUX

Feisty Arlington activist took on environmental issues big and small

Harriet Varnum Irby, a prominent Arlington activist, dedicated four decades to environmental causes and fought against gas drilling despite her failing health. A memorial will be held on March 17 at First Jefferson Unitarian Universalist Church. Contributions can be made to the Harriet Varnum Irby Fund in her memory.
Feb 23 2018, MINNIE PAYNE

New coalition aims to unite DFW sustainability leaders

UTA's Institute for Sustainability and Global Impact invites sustainability stakeholders to meet March 1 to create a Regional Center of Expertise. Courtesy of Storyblock.

Feb. 19, 2018

Environmental entities abound in North Texas and UTA’s sustainability director wants to unite them to boost their regional impact.

Feb 21 2018, RITA COOK

Wolfgang Puck Catering dishes on its sustainable practices

Wolfgang Puck Catering served custom pancakes at a Perot Museum event in Dallas. Photo courtesy of Wolfgang Puck Catering Dallas

Feb. 21, 2018

When you think of Wolfgang Puck, sustainability is probably not the first thing that comes to mind. 

But a spokesperson for Wolfgang Puck Catering Dallas says the company works with sustainability partners across DFW on a regular basis. 

Seedlings in black trays on a wooden table, with sprouting leaves, in a greenhouse setting.
Feb 20 2018, MARSHALL HINSLEY

Seedling Farm nurtures gardening crusade in south Dallas

Seedling Farm, led by Dr. Owen Lynch, was established to address South Dallas's food desert and job desert challenges. Located at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center, it distributes thousands of seedlings annually, fostering local agriculture and economic revival through partnerships and community involvement.
Feb 16 2018, MINNIE PAYNE

Scholarship named for famed Dallas environmentalist

The North Texas Unitarian Universalist Congregation established the Ned Fritz Scholarship to help educate young environmentalists. Photo courtesy of Texas Land Conservancy and the Fritz family.

Feb. 16, 2018

A North Texas church congregation association wants to help budding environmentalists continue the legacy of a pioneering Dallas environmentalist.