Texas has been at the fore-front of renewable energy for over thirty years. Way back in 1978, Texas voters approved a constitutional amendment to exempt solar power and wind turbine equipment from property taxes. Generally speaking, when you hire someone to install solar panels or a wind turbine, they will request a permit from your
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News on the Garey Ranch Property
The Good Water Chapter of the Texas Master Naturalists is having its first chapter meeting for 2017 this Thursday, January 12th. The presentation and discussion will be regarding the Garey Ranch gift to Georgetown and how it will be developed. This ranch is a 525 acre property located on Highway 2243 just east of Ronald Reagan Blvd.
Presentation on “Invasives in Texas”
Presented by: Dr. Hans Landel Join the Texas Master Naturalists Good Water Chapter meeting on Thursday, January 26, 2017, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Free of charge and open to the general public. Dr. Hans Landel has conducted over ten years of field research, including studies of endangered wildlife species. He has worked with the
Dark Sky
When city dwellers look up at the night sky, a few stars might be visible. What if you could see billions? Your eyes would just trail on forever without resetting. Is this even possible? With the right lighting you will be amazed just how far your vision can take you. During the day, we can
Texas Amphibian Watch at Austin Pond Society
Monday Evening July 18th 2016 at 6:30pm Mark Klym of the Texas Amphibian Watch will be the guest speaker at the monthly Austin TX Pond Society meeting held just off MoPac at 2220 Barton Springs Road in the Zilker Botanical Garden’s Austin Area Garden Center meeting room. This is a good match of two great
Crepe Murder in Cedar Park, Texas
Crepe Murder has taken place in in Cedar Park, Texas. Don’t let this happen at your home or business.
Austin Texas Christmas Traditions
The Austin, Texas area in Central Texas is steeped in Christmas Traditions. What traditions does your family have?
Economic Benefits of Sustainable Gardens and Wildlife Habitat
I am a National Wildlife Federation certified backyard habitat steward as well as a REALTOR® who specializes in green homes. I proudly display my TOFGA (Texas Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association) as well as NWF Habitat signs on my yard’s gate as well as display the signs on my table at green events where I
Central Texas Fall Foilage
Central Texas Fall Foilage is out in full force.
Electric Vehicles NOW In Austin Texas
Did you know that if you want to, you can drive an all electric vehicle now? Revolt Custom Electric Vehicles can take an ordinary car and turn it into a clean, all electric vehicle capable of running at highway speeds and needing no dirty oil changes.