Action for a greener, healthier Texas

Tell Costco: Help save the boreal

The boreal forest is being cut down to make toilet paper. Costco has a chance to make a major difference on preventing widespread deforestation in North America's biggest and most vital forest by committing to only sell products made sustainably.

New Life for the Ocean

Join us on an underwater hike at six marine protected areas to explore these unique, diverse ecosystems rich with wildlife.

Top Victories for Texas’ Environment in 2020

In a year that tested people and our planet, Environment Texas helped win several victories for our state's environment.

Hays County approves $75 million parks investment

Most Texans would agree that more nature in our lives would be a good thing. 

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We’re working to harness our wealth, technology and imagination to make our communities and our country greener and healthier places to live for all of us.

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News Release | Environment Texas

Millions of Pounds of Air Pollution Released Because of Grid Failure, Freeze in Texas

Oil refineries, petrochemical plants and other unprepared industrial facilities in Texas reported releasing an estimated 3.5 million of pounds of extra pollution into the air during the state’s electric grid failure and freezing temperatures last week.

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Will my electric bill go up?

As freezing temperatures rock the Texas power grid, electricity prices are surging. Will your bill go up? We have answers.

News Release | Environment Texas

Consumer advice: electricity prices

Large scale power outages and energy shortages across the state from this week’s winter storm have caused wholesale electricity prices to rise more than 10,000 percent, leaving many Texans wondering if their electricity bills will increase, too. TexPIRG Education Fund and Environment Texas Research and Policy Center jointly released a guide Friday with tips to help consumers understand their electric bills, assess their situations and agree on payment plans with their electric providers. 

News Release | Environment America

Statement: U.S. officially rejoins the international Paris Agreement

WASHINGTON -- The United States officially rejoined the international Paris Agreement on Friday. The act brings America back into a key accord aimed at reducing planet-warming emissions. 

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Why do I have a water boil notice? What does it mean?

Cities across Texas are posting water boil notices left and right as water pressure falls across the state. Here are some resources on how to make sure your water is safe, why our water is unsafe right now, and how we can pull together to get through.

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Coronavirus update

Our work to defend the environment can’t stop and won’t stop in the face of the coronavirus pandemic. We’ll keep advocating on your behalf — at a safe social distance — for clean air, clean water, clean energy, wildlife and open spaces, and a livable climate.