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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.

Tall dry grasses in a field, bare trees in the background under a blue sky with clouds.
Feb 13 2018, AMY MARTIN

Urban prairie hidden in Crawford Park

Crawford Memorial Park in Dallas features a thriving 27-acre Blackland Prairie, offering diverse ecosystems with native grasses and plants. This urban prairie, sustained by undisturbed soil, attracts naturalists and future plans include enhancing trails. The park balances developed areas with its untouched southern third, promoting ecological diversity.
Feb 12 2018, RITA COOK

Ecopreneurs put 'green' polish on fume-free nail salon in Dallas

Brandon and Lucy Lyon opened the eco-friendly Pink Pedi Salon last February in a LEED-certified building. Photos courtesy of Pink Pedi.

Feb. 12, 2018

Walking into this trendy little mani-pedi salon tucked away in an eco-friendly shopping area on Sylvan Avenue in Oak Cliff, you notice something missing.

It’s the harsh smells of chemicals that permeate so many salons these days. 

Feb 09 2018, Julie Ryan

North Texas cities combating climate change from bottom up

Dallas and Fort Worth are among 12 Texas cities that have signed the Mayor's Climate Protection Agreement. Above, City of Dallas Environmental Quality Department at a recent Clean Air Action Day. Courtesy of Green Dallas Facebook page.

Feb. 9, 2018 

Aerial view of suburban neighborhood with roads and open fields.
Feb 07 2018, JULIE THIBODEAUX

Environmentalists push back against reduced drilling setback in Arlington

Ranjana Bhandari, leader of Liveable Arlington, opposes a drilling setback reduction to 319 feet by Total E&P Barnett USA. The Arlington City Council is voting on this issue, which could impact resident health. Bhandari, citing environmental dangers, hopes to sway council opinions against the permit.
Heart-shaped metal ornament surrounded by pink flowers.
Feb 05 2018, ANDREA RIDOUT

Green valentine gifts show love for the planet

Whether you're pampering your sweetheart, bringing some cheer to a loved one or just treating yourself, choose something special for Valentine's Day this year. Here's our list of Cupid-approved, ethical and eco-friendly gifts – including several experiential ideas.