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Wind Denton's new energy source
2009-07-03
Denton leaders believe by using wind power, they've taken a giant step toward producing greener and cleaner electricity that will lower their air pollution. Steve Stoler reports.

Clean air rules could cost jobs in Midlothian
2009-06-18
Cement plants provide many of the jobs for people living in Midlothian. But one of the city's manufacturing firms says proposed new environmental restrictions will not be good for business, as Gary Reaves explains.
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Yard clippings clog landfills
2009-06-17
Landfill operators strongly encourage cities and haulers to haul yard clippings to a facility where they are composted and then sold back to the public as mulch. Jonathan Betz reports.

Texas 'Clash for Clunkers' program goes national
2009-06-15
A look at proposals in Congress to provide consumers with rebates of up to $4,500 to turn in their gas-guzzling cars and trucks for more fuel-efficient vehicles.

Plans for tree removal near levees spur concerns
2009-06-09
A 23-mile area along the levees in Dallas are nearly 3,000 trees. The Army Corps of Engineers wants the trees out, but some that promote tree preservation wonder if the city is doing all it can to save them.

Is drilling to blame for recent earthquakes?
2009-06-08
The second earthquake in two days happened Monday morning. Both quakes were near Cleburne. The first was on Sunday. This one kept 9-1-1 operators busy. These recent quakes have people asking....what's causing them? Channel 8's jim douglas reports, some are asking if drilling is to blame.

Wind farm generates nearly half of Denton power
2009-05-22
When people talk about the greenest cities in America Denton, Texas is never at the top of the list. That's changing. Denton showed News 8 its new wind power facility that generates 40 percent of the city's power.

Memorial Day Sale: Extra 20% Off on Everything
2009-05-19

Obama's plan: Greener cars
2009-05-19
President Obama will announce the nation's first major effort to cut global warming on Tuesday. It's one that will help you get around faster -- while spending less. Cynthia Vega reports.

Texas researchers seek to convert algae into fuel
2009-05-11
Texas Researchers are studying how certain types of algae might one day be converted into fuel. The science is still in its infancy

Work starts to create forest oasis near downtown Dallas
2009-05-08
We could soon have a serene place just a few minutes from downtown Dallas, where families can immerse themselves in nature, walking on trails, through a great forest. Steve Stoler reports.

Homeowners use stimulus tax credits to install solar panels
2009-05-07
The stimulus package gives homeowners 30 percent tax credits on solar panels. That's all one Allen family needed to go green. Shelly Slater reports.

Program to offer cash for clunkers
2009-05-04
A plan to help the environment is giving cash to car owners. Ccongress is taking up legislation that would let you trade in a gas guzzling car that's at least nine years old for a voucher to get something more energy efficient.

Hawks to be removed from dangerous light poles
2009-04-21
A North Texas school district finds itself taking on an unlikely job - federal-licensed baby hawk relocator. The birds are perched on stadium lights poles that are in danger of falling. Chris Hawes reports.

Chainsaws end fight to save Bedford trees
2009-04-17
There were tears among the raindrops for a Bedford couple Friday as Oncor cut down four trees they had battled to save. Brad Watson reports.

McCaa, Delkus put 'green' diapers to the test
2009-04-13
John McCaa and Pete Delkus compare new environmentally friendly Huggies diapers with regular Huggies.

Frustration follows leaks at water treatment plant
2009-03-30
The North Texas Municipal Water District is leaking so much water, it's forming its own creek. A $200,000 fix doesn't even include plugging the leaks, as Jonathan Betz explains.

Dallas looks into buying natural gas garbage trucks
2009-03-24
They cut costs and emissions, but there is a trade off. They also can't be used on nearly half the pickup routes. Wednesday, the Dallas City Council will decide whether to spend nearly $4 million o buy the first natural gas powered garbage trucks for the city.

Texas gets $327M to help make homes energy efficient
2009-03-17
For those looking for help on cutting down their utility bill, weatherizing one's home could save $300 a year.

Study claims Barnett Shale emissions staggering
2009-03-11
A new study finds pollution from Barnett Shale is equal to all of the vehicle emissions in North Texas.

Plan to build wind farm transmission lines
2009-02-19
A plan for wind farms may mean new lines by 1012 or 2013, which would mean lower bills for energy consumers.

Plans unveiled for North Texas rail network
2009-02-16
North Texans already agree more rail is needed to alleviate crowded highways and cut down on pollution. Until today, the roadblock has been how to fund it. Now state leaders from both parties have come together to unveil plans for footing the bill, as Cynthia Vega explains.

Dallas will turn off lights for Earth Day
2009-02-13
Downtown Dallas' distinctive skyline will soon be making a change. It's lights out for one hour and one good cause. Gary Reaves reports.

Algae blamed for bad-tasting water
2009-02-05
There are no health hazards involved, but water from Lake Lavon doesn't smell or taste very good. Steve Stoler reports.

Southlake considers banning grass trash
2009-01-30
An environmental initiative that could also save some green is being met with a yellow caution light in Southlake. The reason -- it involves the lush lawns that the suburban area prizes.

New hybrids give hope to struggling automakers
2009-01-29
The Tarrant County Auto Show opened Thursday at the Fort Worth Convention Center. Several automakers unveiled new hybrids hoping to entice drivers.

Cities see green on cement
2009-01-23
Dallas, Fort Worth, Arlington and Plano all have a policy to pay up to five percent more for cement if it comes from an environmentally-friendly factory. But with cities slashing budgets, is it okay to spend taxpayer dollars to encourage social change? David Schechter has a Project Green report.

Grand Prairie company recycles TVs, saves environment
2009-01-17
In 2006, Americans threw away nearly 26 million televisions. Placed side by side, those TVs would circle the earth. With the switch to digital this year, that number is expected to get higher. But the landfill is not the only option. David Schechter reports.

Flying car faces intercontinental challenge
2009-01-14
It flies like a plane. It drives like a car. And runs on biofuel. It may sound like something from a movie, but a revolutionary new machine desiged by British engineers, is very real, and ready to take to the roads, and skies. CNN's Phil Black reports.

DART still debating diesel vs. natural gas for new fleet
2009-01-13
DART officials have been trying for a year to decide whether to fuel their next generation of buses with natural gas or diesel. One year ago, diesel looked to be $100 million cheaper, but not anymore.

EPA proposes 'cow tax' to curb greenhouse gases
2009-01-12
Among all the problems on President-Elect Barack Obama's plate. add beef to the mix. The Environmental Protection Agency is considering rules to regulate cow emissions, as a cause of global warming. Ranchers complain it will drive up the price of beef.

Alvarado pole plant providing 'green' jobs
2009-01-10
We all know about rising unemployment numbers but one little town south of Fort Worth is bucking the trend. Jim Douglas reports.

Alvarado pole plant providing 'green' jobs
2009-01-10
Jim Douglas reports.

Tree disease threatens North Texas
2009-01-09
There's growing evidence that tree diseases that have hit across the country are in North Texas. David Schechter reports.

Recession takes toll of Dallas Recycling
2008-12-08
Trash no longer generates much cash. The recession has killed recyclables like metal, cardboard and plastic.

Recycling your old analog TV
2008-12-08
With American television on the brink of a switch to all-digital transmissions, many families are replacing their old analog TV sets. So what happens to all those old TVs? Cynthia Vega says recycling is a good option.
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Farmer turns to three-wheel pick up to save cash
2008-11-28
We're all looking for ways to save gas and money. One north Texas man says he has found the solution. Are you willing to convert to three wheels? Jim Douglas reports.

The reality of radiant barriers
2008-11-22
We've all seen the commercials: Radiant barriers promise to cut your energy bill. Janet St. James says some homeowners consider it to be a good investment.

Protesters target TV recycling
2008-11-17
With just three months remaining until the nation's transition to digital television, manufacturers of old analog TVs got a recycling report card. Cynthia Izaguirre reports.

Brady Blog: Guilt about "going plastic"
2008-11-17
Jeff discusses his guilt over "going plastic" this holiday season.

Leaking water from gas well may be killing trees and pastures
2008-11-14
Leaking waste water from a gas well is being blamed tonight for killing several acres of trees and pasture in Parker County. Jim Douglas reports.

Pickens' decision to delay wind farm a bad sign for alternative energy?
2008-11-13
Wind is supposed to be the solution to the nation's energy problem. But a stunning announcement from Texas Billionaire T. Boone Pickens is taking the wind out of development plans. He's putting wind farms in the panhandle on hold.

Mesquite ISD buses now 'green machines'
2008-10-24
The Mesquite ISD is the first in the nation to turn its entire fleet of school buses into 'green machines.' It didn't take long for word to spread. As Jonathan Betz reports, other school districts are already interested.

Brady blog: My family's efforts to "Go Green"
2008-10-22
Jeff talks about the little habits that his family has adopted to "Go Green".

Green effort goes global
2008-10-16
Going green goes world wide. The whole world is now making positive changes when it comes to the environment.

Mayor to landlords: Fix up or pay up
2008-10-15
Owners of decrepit vacant buildings in Dallas could be facing thousands of dollars in fines unless they clean them up and make repairs. Debbie Denmon reports.

Denton residents fight to save trees
2008-09-24
A City of Denton neighborhood is fighting to save trees. It's one of the few pristine areas that is still intact but neighbors fear it will not be that way for too much longer.

Victim of 'eco-terrorist' speaks out
2008-09-24
The crime surprised a community. An upstanding Southlake senior citizen was captured on surveillance vandalizing an SUV. The owner of that Hummer has spoken publicly for the first time.

Cogill's interview with Ed begley, Jr
2008-09-10
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Campaign for FW bike lanes
2008-09-01
A growing North Texas neighborhood has an unusual request: whittle our road and eliminate an entire lane of cars. As Chris Hawes reports, it's all to make way for bicycles -- and, perhaps, a new future.