American Wetlands Month: What Are Wetlands and Why They Matter
May 7, 2026
A wetland is an area of land where water covers the soil or is present either at or near the surface for part or all of the year.
Seawater Desalination in Texas
May 5, 2026
Seawater desalination – the process of removing salt from ocean water to produce fresh water – has emerged as a potential solution to increase the state’s water supply.
A Night to Remember: Neil Carman's Retirement Celebration
April 29, 2026
We invite you to explore the pictures and videos from Neil Carman’s Retirement Celebration, and read the stories and histories shared in our celebratory storyboard below.
It's Official: The Draft 2027 State Water Plan Is Out for Public Comment
April 28, 2026
Earlier in April, Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) released the Draft 2027 State Water Plan for public comment.
What Is Ethylene Oxide? The Cancer Risk in Texas, and the Ongoing Fight for Clean Air
April 22, 2026
For decades, Sierra Club Lone Star Chapter Clean Air Director, Dr. Neil Carman, has been a leading voice on air pollution in Texas, pushing for transparency, stronger protections, and accountability from regulatory agencies.
Texas Private Utilities Unveil 2027 Energy Efficiency Plans
April 20, 2026
For the first time ever, the Public Utility Commission of Texas is requiring large private utilities to publicly present their proposed budgets and plans for their 2027 Energy Efficiency offerings.
$32 Million for Clean Air: Honoring Neil Carman’s Lasting Impact in Texas
April 15, 2026
As Neil Carman’s official retirement celebration approaches, we’ve been reflecting on the stories that define his incredible decades of work.
Is Texas Ready to Start Reusing Oilfield Waste?
April 7, 2026
By Evgenia SpearsWhat if the water used to extract oil and gas could be cleaned and reused? At first glance, it might sound like a practical solution, especially in a state like Texas, where water supplies are increasingly strained. But the deeper...
Sierra Club Participates in the 8th Texas Plastic Pollution Symposium
April 7, 2026
This year, Sierra Club – alongside partners - led the panel discussion focused on current policy needs to address pre-production plastic pollution in Texas.
Texas Legislature Heats Up with New Charges and Upcoming Hearings
April 7, 2026
Cyrus Reed breaks down what's going on at the Texas Capitol; from interim charges to key committee hearings.