by Mary Ann Lopez* For Earth Club members at Alief ISD’s Early College High School, giving back to their community is a key reason they get involved. However, it’s the club’s projects, their role in environmental sustainability, and global impact that drive the work. “Instead of only learning about environmental issues in a classroom, we actively work on solutions,” Angelina Nguyen, a junior…
by Susie Hairston Many Americans do not realize that honeybees are not native to the U.S. They were brought over by colonists in the 1600s. The first bees arrived in Virginia in 1622, and it took 231 years for them to make it all the way to California. The bees were originally brought to pollinate all the non-native food crops…
by Susie Hairston It’s been a long time coming, but July 31st was the grand opening of the very first co-housing project in the state of Texas, East End Commons, and it is right here in Houston’s East End. In addition to focusing on connection and inclusiveness, this cohousing community values sustainability, and has incorporated that value into its design. The…