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North Texas Renewable Energy Group

Posted by Peter on November 12, 2008

wind_power_us_turbines2From the NTREG website:

Who We Are

The North Texas Renewable Energy Group (NTREG – website) was established in 2001 with the primary goal of educating North Texans about the power of renewable energy (“RE”).

Whether you’re experienced in renewable energy .. or so new to “RE” you don’t know what to ask, The North Texas Renewable Energy Group is for you! Would you like to learn more about energy conservation, energy efficiency, solar electricity, solar hot water, and related topics? You’re welcome to participate in our free Yahoo conversation group (sign-up link below) and attend our meetings!  …

Our Mission

The Mission of North Texas Renewable Energy Group is to further the development of renewable energy, sciences and technologies with concern for the ecological, social and economic fabric of our community and state. NTREG promotes renewable energy through the exchange of ideas and information at meetings, discussion group and public and private events.

Additional areas of interest include electric cars and alternative transportation, biodiesel, as well as all aspects of energy conservation, both residential and commercial. If it pertains to energy, we’re probably discussing it.  …

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The Trinity Trust Affinity Groups

Posted by Peter on August 18, 2008

The Trinity Trust has two groups, the River Rats and the Rat Pack, who are “friends of The Trinity Trust who support the Trinity Project – environmental efforts, outdoor recreation, real estate development, project design, and community rehabilitation.”

More info is available on the Trinity Trust site.

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Dallas Area Meetup Groups

Posted by Peter on May 9, 2007

You’re all probably familiar with meetup.com, a site dedicated to connecting people who share similar interests who live within a common geography. In addition to the many outdoor activities oriented groups, my limited research has produced the following local conservation and environmental groups which exist and appear to be active (let me know if you find others):

Sustainable South Dallas – Urban Conscious Living

The Dallas Backyard Poultry

Dallas Sustainable Living & Organic Gardening

The North Texas Environment

The Dallas Progressive Alternative Energy

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