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 In This Guide You Will Find Local Resources, Services, or Guides under these Headings:
1. Education and Ecology Centers
2. Ecovillages and Sustainable Living
3. Health
4. Home & Community Renewable Energy
5. Green Home Products
6. Greywater and Rain water Harvesting
7. Green building and Architecture
8. Construction Reclamation
9. Texas Recycle
10. Food and Agriculture
11. Sustainable business and Local Govts.
12. Horticulture and Native Landscaping
Education & Eco-Organizations
 The Permaculture Project
Sustainable Design, Development and Practice.
Regenerative Design, Appropriate Technologies, Systems Thinking, Sustainable Human Settlements; Permaculture brings it all together for learning, living, and working in this new Era of Ecology. http://www.forum.ntsos.org/default.asp
Registered Permaculture Design Consultant Wayne Weiseman
Heard Museum and Wildlife Sanctuary
Bringing nature and people together to discover, enjoy,
experience, restore and preserve our priceless environment
Connemara Conservancy is a nonprofit land trust dedicated to preserving and protecting open space and the natural beauty in North Texas for both present and future generations. Visit the Meadow in Allen http://www.connemaraconservancy.org/
Earth Share of Texas
Earth Share of Texas is an umbrella organization of 70 local, state, national and international nonprofit environmental groups. Employees all across Texas can support Earth Share of Texas and its participating organizations through their payroll contribution plans. Contributions can also be made directly to Earth Share of Texas. Earth Share of Texas began in 1992 as the Environmental Fund for Texas.
The Nature Conservancy
Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area http://www.ias.unt.edu/llela/main.htm
Tucked into the folds of the soft rolling hills of north central Texas, situated beneath the Lewisville Dam, the Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area (LLELA) occupies a unique ecological position in the landscape of North America. It is here where the northwestern-most extent of the bottomland forests stretch fingers into the southern end of the tallgrass prairie of the Midwest; where the Elm Fork of the Trinity River winds its way out of the sandy uplands of the dry Cross Timbers into the deep, rich soils of the Blackland prairies; where agricultural lands intergrade with ranching and a rapidly growing urban expanse.
Texas Parks and Wildlife http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/ Philosophy We seek to balance outdoor recreation with conservation as we achieve greater self-sufficiency. On one hand, we must manage and protect our natural and cultural resources. At the same time, we must generate increased revenue by adding value through more and better public services. We affirm that a culturally diverse well-trained staff will best achieve this balance. And we must never forget, not in the haste of business, nor in the pride of science, that the outdoors should above all be a source of joy! Providing outdoor experiences, whereby young minds form values, will be our greatest contribution to the future.
Natural Resources Conservation Service Texas http://www.tx.nrcs.usda.gov/
Texas Master Naturalists Mission: To develop a corps of well-informed volunteers to provide education, outreach and service dedicated to the beneficial management of natural resources and natural areas within their communities. No. Texas. http://www.ntmn.org/ Texas http://masternaturalist.tamu.edu/
SER Society for Ecological Restoration Texas Chapter http://www.ser.org/txser/default.asp
Founded in 1995, the Texas Society for Ecological Restoration is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing connectivity between individuals engaged in ecologically sensitive repair and management of ecosystems. Texas SER is one of 14 chapters worldwide of the Society for Ecological Restoration International, which has members in 37 countries. Texas SER is made up of researchers, practitioners, growers, land managers and teachers from across the state. We have joined together to ensure the long-term survival of native and endemic ecotypes, and promote a sustainable human culture which can involve itself intelligently and productively with these systems
Eco-Village & Sustainable Living:
 Earth and Green Living: Now is the time to start saving Planet Earth and saving Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas. DFW Earth is the place to find out how! Green Living in Dallas-Fort Worth http://www.dfwnetmall.com/earth/
 Eve's Garden http://www.evesgarden.org/
is located in the beautiful high mountain desert town of Marathon, Texas ( click for map in a new window), about 69 miles north of Big Bend National Park.Eve’s Garden is an organic Bed and Breakfast and Ecology Resource Center, located in the beautiful high mountain desert of West Texas, at the gateway to Big Bend National Park, in Marathon, Texas. Eve’s Garden is a research level organic gardening demonstration site and an urban hacienda, combining to provide a comfortable Bed and Breakfast environment and a conversational forum to address issues regarding the ecology we live in.
Health
Holistic Helper Directory of Services
The Holistic Helper since 1996,has served to bring the Holistic Community together through event announcements and Holistic marketing. In our complete DFW Metroplex Directory, you will discover over 1,000+ specialized listings
Home & Community Renewable Energy:
GreenEnergyChoice can help you make your home green with several renewable energy options. Find out more about the green energy providers: http://www.greenenergychoice.com/
Nowadays, we've made it our business to serve up the entire array of sensible, available, renewable energy technologies, educating and empowering our readers toward more sustainable lifestyles. Whether you're a renewable energy enthusiast, end-user, or professional, every issue of Home Power delivers pages and pages of fresh information to inform and challenge you.
 Sustainable Energy and Economic DevelopmentThe Sustainable Energy and Economic Development (SEED ) Coalition is an alliance of individuals, businesses, and organizations advocating sustainable energy strategies for Texas, including the use of renewables and conservation. SEED also educates the public about the economic, environmental, and health benefits of a sustainable energy strategy. http://www.seedcoalition.org/about.html
DFW Biodiesel is retail supplier of Biodiesel and Biodiesel blends. The company makes Biodiesel available to end users wishing to purchase the fuel in and around the Dallas / Fort Worth Metroplex.
Tel: 940-300-5345
Alice Derbyshire
COOLER ATTIC SYSTEMS, INC.
We are pleased you took the time to research innovative methods to counter rising electric bills and to minimize the effects of the TEXAS heat. Cooler Attics offer inexpensive and effective solutions to address these concerns.1671 Riverview Dr. Suite: 2 Lewisville, TX 75056
(972) 668-3520 - Metro
(866) 768-3520 - Toll Free Metro
(972) 668-3195 - Fax
I personally contacted this company to do a home energy audit. My interest is how to take a conventional, not so green home and not only save money through energy savings, but to explore what makes sense comparing $ investment and $ savings, as well as lessening our ecological and carbon footprint long term. Check them out ! Tell them You found them on this NTSOS Website!
Texas Renewable Energy Resources: http://www.infinitepower.org/
The Texas State Energy Conservation Office (SECO) created the Infinite Power of Texas Renewable Energy Educational Campaign to accelerate the acceptance of renewable energy resources in Texas. SECO's main focus is to increase public awareness through demonstrating new technologies and by developing the infrastructure required to escalate their use in state programs
Texas Renewable Energy Incentives
http://www.seco.cpa.state.tx.us/re_incentives.htm
Texas Solar & Wind Services
Home Products and Local Resource Guide:
Green Living ™Earth-Friendly Goods For Your Home:
A retail store that offers the Earth-friendly equivalents of products you use everyday and unique eco-products that we're excited to introduce. ....and, we are more than that. We like to call Green Living a community resource center, because not only do we provide our patrons with a wide range of recycled, organic, and fairly traded goods for the home, office, garden and garage, we are a place to bring your recycling, a place of information about local and global Earth issues, and a place to learn about living green.
Clean Air Gardening, L.C.
2501 Worthington Street | Dallas, Texas 75204
Tel: 214 370 0530
RAINWATER / GREYWATER
 http://www.tceq.state.tx.us/comm_exec/forms_pubs/pubs/pd/020/06-02/everydrop.html
Summary: All about all aspects of grey water systems. Why to use them, how to choose, build and use them, regulations, studies, and examples. Includes grey water irrigation, grey water treatment, grey water filters, and indoor grey water reuse. http://www.oasisdesign.net/greywater/index.htm
Tierra Designs provides innovative and cost effective rainwater harvesting systems and intelligent landscape design services. We specialize in the design and installation of comprehensive rainwater harvesting systems that conserve water and add beauty and functionality to your landscape.
Building and Construction Resources:
Green Built North Texas is a voluntary partnership of local home builders, industry supporters, and sponsors committed to creating awareness and interest in the construction of higher-performance, lower-impact residential homes in North Central Texas. The program establishes elements of housing construction that HBA members have deemed essential in order to carry a “green built” label. Homes certified into the program conform to high standards of site management and waste recycling, water efficiency, indoor air quality, energy efficiency, materials, and homeowner education.
AndersonSargent Custom Builder, L.P. is nationally recognized as a leader in building healthy, high performing, energy efficient residential construction. http://www.andersonsargent.com/index.html
In 2004, AndersonSargent won world acclaim for it's Zero Energy Home in Frisco, Texas - walking away with 'Best Overall Favorite' and 'Best Interior Design.' The home was featured in the 2004 13th Annual Dallas Parade of Homes and achieves "net-zero" energy by producing as much energy as it uses. You can find out more about North Texas' first Zero Energy Home by visiting http://zeroenergyhomedallas.com.
Construction Reclamation
Construction and Demolition Recycling is a relatively new field full of exciting opportunities for builders, contractors, and developers. C&D Recycling has been very successful - in diverting large volumes of C&D debris from local landfills, in demonstrating environmental stewardship, and in saving considerable cost normally associated with project disposal. The City’s Green Building plan extends the C&D Recycling program to include the engineering and architectural phase of construction, allowing builders to incorporate even more environmental and sustainable design features into their projects to help achieve a cleaner, healthier Plano. The Green Builders Program is anticipated to evolve through four separate phases over the coming years. To learn more about the Green Builders Program please contact Robert Smouse at (972) 769-4199 or roberts@plano.gov.
TEXAS RECYCLE
http://cleantexas.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=public.resources_texasrecycle
Texas Recycled is an online database provided by the TCEQ that contains information on recycled-contact products made by businesses in Texas. Company information is self-reported and listings, which are voluntary and free of charge, are con tinuously updated.
Manufacturer: Which Texas manufacturers are producing recycled products?
Product Category: What product category are you looking for?
Product Category: What product category are you looking for?
This rebate program is designed to offset the initial investment
Allen residents may have with water conservation efforts. All rebate applications must be received within 120 days of purchase and all rebates will be in the form of a credit on your water utility account. All rebates are subject to the availability of funds
City of Plano Electronic Recycling: http://www.plano.gov/Departments/Environmental+Services/WasteServices/005electronic_recycling.htm
Computer, Electronics List by area:
http://texas.earth911.org/usa/master.asp?s=ls&cat=1&serviceid=85&type=-1
Local Services, Events, Information by zip: http://texas.earth911.org/usa/master.asp
Dallas Computer Parts Acceptable items may also be dropped off at Dallas Computer Parts located at 1135 E. Plano Parkway, Suite 2, any weekday from 9 am – 3 pm. When taking acceptable items to either location, a driver’s license is required and must reflect a Plano or Allen address. For more information, please call 972-769-4132.
National Recycle / Trade
ARC has been a leader in the Electronic Recycling Industry since 1996. Our goal is to provide a zero waste solution to our customers. ARC International recycles computers and other electronic products helping our customers meet all state and federal regulations. ARC has been diverting over 50 Million Pounds of Electronic Waste from landfills in 2006. http://www.arcic.com/
 The Freecycle Network™ is made up of many individual groups across the globe. It's a grassroots and entirely nonprofit movement of people who are giving (& getting) stuff for free in their own towns. Each local group is moderated by a local volunteer (them's good people). Membership is free. http://www.freecycle.org/
Food and Agriculture
http://www.traditionaltx.us/index.htm
North Texas Traditional Living is a resource to help fellow North Texans find locally grown meat, eggs, dairy products and produce. We work towards the return of nutrient-dense foods to American tables. We support traditional lifestyles. However, we do not sell these foods, we refer you to good people in the area who do. We do not offer medical or nutritional advice, but may be able to refer you to fine practitioners who do. We support the work of Dr. Price and others who have found that diet and other factors can have a profound impact on the health of entire families. Looking for local food? Please visit the Farms section for local growers of nutrient dense food. For information on real milk in Texas, see the TX Milk Law page.
TEXAS ORGANIC FARMERS & GARDENERS ASSOC.
TOFGA is a publicly supported, non-profit association whose members include ranchers, farmers, commercial plant growers, retailers, wholesalers, processors, distributors, consumers, and anyone desiring to support the organic industry in Texas. Our primary mission is to promote organic agriculture as a sustainable systems approach in the production of food and fiber - a system that protects human and animal health, and preserves the environment.
 http://www.localharvest.org/
The freshest, healthiest, most flavorful organic food is what's grown closest to you. Use our website to find farmers' markets, family farms, and other sources of sustainably grown food in your area, where you can buy produce, grass-fed meats, and many other goodies. If you are a farmer, market manager, or run a business related to locally-grown food, you can add your listing to our directory - free.
Continuing to play a major role in promoting health, justice, and sustainability.
Texas Soil Lab and Consulting
Vegetarian Education Network http://dfwnetmall.com/veg/
Business, Finance, Local Govts.
The North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) is a voluntary association of, by and for local governments, established to assist local governments in planning for common needs, cooperating for mutual benefit, and coordinating for sound regional development
Vision North Texas is making an important contribution to the future quality of life, economic desirability and long-term sustainability of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. It is increasing public awareness about important regional land use issues that affect mobility, air quality, water supply and other economic and environmental resources http://www.visionnorthtexas.org/main.html
 New Rules Project: http://www.ilsr.org/newrules/index.htm
We've already worked with more than 100 communities to develop policies to nurture their locally-owned businesses.Why New Rules? Because the old ones don't work any longer. They undermine local economies, subvert democracy, weaken our sense of community, and ignore the costs of our decisions on the next generation.
Horticulture, Native Landscaping, Preserves
Organic Gardening Clubs
North Texas Master Gardeners
The Tarrant County Master Gardeners Association is a non-profit organization dedicated to teaching the fundamentals associated with gardening in the state of Texas. We are affiliated with The Texas A&M University as well as the Texas Agricultural Extension Service. We are a group of over 250 volunteers whose goal is to provide advice to the home gardener, and anyone interested in growing plants in North Texas. This web site will provide information on plants, landscaping, bugs and insects as well as providing links to other valuable gardening information.
Dallas Master Gardeners http://www.dallasmastergardeners.org/original_site/index.html
An educational and volunteer program offered by TCEQ service of the Texas A&M University system. and One component of the Dallas County Master Gardener program is offering free gardening advice to county residents. We are glad to try and help with any of your gardening questions or concerns. 214-904-3053
Master Composter http://www.mastercomposter.com/
3941 Legacy Drive Ste 204 #197-B
Plano, TX 75023-8320
The "Local Programs" and "Compost Education: Local" sections list web sites offering Master Composter programs, home composting training, compost demonstration areas, and compost programs by non-profit and for-profit organizations, subject to the approval of www.mastercomposter.com™
Botanical Research Institute of Texas http://www.brit.org/
Our mission is to conserve our natural heritage by deepening our knowledge of the plant world and achieving public understanding of the value plants bring to life.
Native Plant Society of Texas
The purpose of the Native Plant Society of Texas is to promote the conservation, research and utilization of the native plants and plant habitats of Texas, through education, outreach and example. State Site: http://www.npsot.org/
Find a Chapter of the native Plant Society of Texas close to you.
Native Prairies Association of Texas http://www.texasprairie.org/index.htm
Texas Discovery Gardens http://www.texasdiscoverygardens.org/
Located at historic Fair Park in Dallas, Texas Discovery Gardens is a year-round urban oasis filled with natural wonders for visitors of all ages. Ten different themed areas include a butterfly habitat, native wildlife pond, scent garden, shade garden and heirloom garden. The first certified organic public garden in the state, Texas Discovery Gardens features spectacular native and adapted plants grown using sustainable methods that conserve water and protect the environment
Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary http://www.heardmuseum.org/
The Heard is a natural science education center, uniquely set in the middle of Texas fastest growing county (Collin County). With a 289-acre sanctuary, four miles of hiking trails, two-acre native plant garden, live animals, indoor and outdoor exhibits, classrooms and laboratories,.
The Fort Worth Nature Center and Refuge (FWNC&R) is located just inside the city limits of Fort Worth , Texas http://www.fwnaturecenter.org/
At over 3600 acres the FWNC&R is the largest city-owned nature center in the United States , and offers residents and visitors the opportunity to immerse themselves in the natural history of north central Texas .
Nurseries: Landscaping Supplies & Materials
Many cities are offering composting programs, free mulch, recycled materials e.g. non stained /treated wood ground, mulch, compost, concrete. For example: Check out City of Plano, Environmental Waste (see link above), 972-769-4150 or Garland Street Department at 972-205-3989. Be sure to check with your city facilities water municipal districts for more resources.
Living Earth Technologies is the largest manufacturer and provider of mulch, compost and other landscaping materials in Texas, as well as Texas' largest recycler of green material. We operate 15 locations in Dallas, Houston, Fort Worth and Pineland, selling to commercial landscaping contractors, nurseries and homeowners. Living Earth’s product offering includes a variety of mulches, composts, blended soils, soil amendments and convenience items such as stone, gravel and river rock. http://www.livingearth.net/
 http://www.seedsource.com/
Benny Simpson’s Native Texas Trees
http://aggie-horticulture.tamu.edu/ornamentals/natives/tamuhort.html
Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center http://www.wildflower2.org/index.html
The Native Plant Information Network's goal is to assemble and disseminate information that will encourage the cultivation, conservation, and preservation of wildflowers and other native flora throughout North America.
http://www.wildflower2.org/NPIN/Bibliography/Regions/Southwest.asp?offset=0
Native Texas Shrubs
http://aggie-horticulture.tamu.edu/ornamentals/nativeshrubs/indexscientific.htm
Native Plant and Seed Sources (TPWD) http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/landwater/land/habitats/southtx_plain/urban/native_plant_sources.phtml
Texas Soil Lab Consulting, Inc.
Natural Resources Conservation Service Texas (Plant Information link) http://www.tx.nrcs.usda.gov/plants.html
Aggie Horitculture
http://aggie-horticulture.tamu.edu/
Wildflower Reference Guide and Seed Catalog http://www.wildseedfarms.com/
Wildseed Farms is the nation's largest working wildflower seed farm, where you can purchase wildflower seeds direct from the grower. Our 2006 catalog can be viewed online or a free print copy can be mailed to you. The catalog features seeds for over 90 varieties of wildflowers, native grasses, regional wildflower mixes, exotic garden varieties, and herbs.
Full service landscape and horticulture nursergy:native trees and plants on 7 acres in Frisco.
We specialize in all-organic products, native plants, bird feeders and feed, all natural pet foods, organic lawn and tree care, and landscape design.
Howard Garrett “The Dirt Doctor” http://www.dirtdoctor.com/
Bluestem Nursery in Arlington http://www.bluestemnursery.com/index.htm
We are a wholesale nursery specializing in ornamental grasses native or adapted to Texas, the Southeast, and the arid Southwest.
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