How Would You Spend $690 million in Federal Energy Efficiency Funds? Texas Wants to Know!
September 25, 2024
One of the most groundbreaking aspects of the Inflation Reduction Act signed by President Joe Biden in 2022 is its historic investment in energy efficiency rebates, tax incentives, and programs. Chief among them are two programs known as the HOMES...
Theatre and Environmental Activism Join Hands To Inspire Change... One Story At A Time
September 3, 2024
When one thinks of environmental activism in North Texas, the following thought usually isn't about theater, but the innovative non-profit, Watering Hole Collective, is wanting you to connect the two in ways never thought possible.
Forest Service Approves Hurricane Beryl Salvage Logging on the East Side of Sam Houston National Forest
August 31, 2024
In August, the U.S. Forest Service approved salvage logging of about 1,700 acres on the east side of Sam Houston National Forest after trees were blown down during Hurricane Beryl. Our Forestry Chair weighed in...
Separating Facts from Fiction in Surface Water Quality
August 29, 2024
August is National Water Quality Month, giving us a perfect chance to reflect on our relationship with water and its importance to the well-being of our health, environment, and communities.
Sierra Club Reacts to Massive Fossil Fuel Subsidy Giveaway at Public Utility Commission of Texas
August 29, 2024
Wealthy energy companies to receive $5 billion that could have gone to lowering electric bills, faster solutions to grid crisis.
The Lone Star Chapter Is Hiring!
August 26, 2024
The Sierra Club Lone Star Chapter is hiring a Chapter Communications Manager to support our work to defend clean water from oil & gas pollution, organize for a clean and resilient electric grid, and build power for everyday Texans and our...
The Ripple Effect, or Why Your Involvement in Shaping Texas Water Quality Standards is Critical
August 6, 2024
Let’s begin with a simple truth: water is life. As you’re reading this, you’ve likely used water recently—whether to quench your thirst, wash your hands, take a refreshing shower, bathe your child, or clean the dishes. Perhaps
Gas, Gas Everywhere?
June 24, 2024
Texas is the leading producer of gas in the U.S. Unfortunately, political leadership and many Texans seem to mistakenly believe that we must invest even more in gas power plants to meet our growing electricity needs.
Rio Grande Valley Update: People-Powered Solutions to the Record Heat and Climate Crisis
June 21, 2024
Global warming is in full effect as we speak, and we want to work with you to ensure our communities are protected and supported in this crisis. Are you a member of one of Texas’ 76 rural electric cooperatives?
ERCOT Agrees With the Sierra Club??
June 3, 2024
Sierra Club filed comments that call for better and stronger programs that help Texas families reduce energy waste and lower their bills (that also reduces stress on the grid). ERCOT said something similar... but can you guess who doesn't like this...