Resources for Schools/Campuses | Conserve North Texas

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Saving Water Indoors and Outdoors, Test your Water and Turf IQ Quiz - North Texas Municipal Water District

Information on how to use water wisely in indoor and outdoor settings. Also, test your knowledge with the Water/Turf IQ quiz.

www.ntmwd.com

Smart Growth for Dallas

web.tplgis.org

Sprinkler Pipes Leak Due to a Freeze

Provides tips on how to avoid having your outdoor pipes freeze in sub-zero temperatures.

homeguides.sfgate.com

State and Local Planning for Energy (SLOPE) Tool

This tool, created by the National Renewable Energy Lab (NREL), incorporates energy efficiency data and renewable energy opportunities to improve data-driven state and county energy planning across the United States.

gds.nrel.gov

Stormwater One- Free Trainings

For those looking for training on stormwater permitting and credentials

stormwaterone.com

Stormwater Pollution Prevention – Lawn Care Video – NCTCOG

Learn how to maintain your lawn while preventing stormwater pollution.

www.youtube.com

Sustainable Development

To increase sustainable development across the North Central Texas region through a variety of programs, campaigns, and funding opportunities.

www.nctcog.org

Sustainable Facilities Tool - Water Efficiency

The Sustainable Facilities Tool - Water Efficiency provide resources on a variety of methods that increase water efficiency in and around buildings.

sftool.gov

Sustainable SITES Initiative

The Sustainable SITES Initiative certifies and rates development projects that demonstrate excellence in sustainable landscapes.

www.sustainablesites.org

Take a Load Off, Texas

Take a Load Off, Texas informs consumers of the energy efficiency and renewable energy incentive programs offered by Oncor.

www.takealoadofftexas.com

Take Care of Texas – Free Publications

Use this page to request FREE copies of the Take Care of Texas materials listed below.

takecareoftexas.org

Take Care of Texas Infographics - Easy Steps to Find and Fix Common Household Leaks

An infographic with pictures and easy-to-follow instructions about how to repair common household water leaks.

takecareoftexas.org

Take Care of Texas Infographics - Tips to Conserve Water

Tips for homeowners about how to conserve water.

takecareoftexas.org

Take Care of Texas TV Public Service Announcement

Texans are encouraged to do their part to conserve water. This PSA includes tips to help Texans save water and money. For more tips visit TakeCareOfTexas.org

www.youtube.com

Take Care of Texas Virtual Field Trips

For teachers and at-home educators to share with students.

www.youtube.com

Take Care of Texas, Teacher Resources

Make a teacher's job easier with high quality, FREE resources to help teach students how they can do their part to Take Care of Texas. Project interactive activities and PDFs are available for you to use on your classroom whiteboard.

takecareoftexas.org

Taking Care of Texas Infographics – “Mow Like a Pro, Tips and Tricks for a Green Lawn”

A downloadable flyer with tips on how to "Mow Like a Pro".

takecareoftexas.org

Target Finder

Target Finder assesses energy performance of commercial building designs and existing structures.

www.energystar.gov

TCEQ’s “Drought in Texas” Webpage

Weather patterns and demand on water supplies vary dramatically across the state. When dry conditions are prolonged, it can put a strain on all uses. Here is information to help you make better decisions about water use, including surface and groundwater regulations, and emergency procedures.

www.tceq.texas.gov

Texas A&M AgriLife Research & Extension Center at Dallas

The Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Extension Center education activities are focused on urban needs in planning and implementing strategies for convenience, quality of life, economic attractiveness, and sustainable stewardship of natural resources.

dallas.tamu.edu

Texas A&M Forest Service Water Resources Program- Best Management Practices Pictorial Directory

For education on stormwater-related terms

resources.nctcog.org

Texas Regional Alliance for Campus Sustainability (TRACS)

TRACS facilitates the implementation of sustainable solutions within Texas higher education organizations through expertise, educational resources, and training as well as an annual summit.

texascampussustainability.com

Texas Renewable Energy Industries Alliance (TREIA)

TREIA seeks to advance the growth of the renewable energy industry in Texas.

www.treia.org

Texas SmartScape Program

The Texas SmartScape program educates citizens on the ecological, economic and aesthetic benefits of using landscaping plants, shrubs, grasses and trees that are native or adapted to our regional climate and local conditions. The program also promotes education on pollution prevention through efficient and effective water use for citizens' benefit.

www.txsmartscape.com

Texas Trees Foundation

The Texas Trees Foundation is a nonprofit organization whose goals are to create an urban forest by planting trees on public streets, boulevards, and rights-of-way and to improve parks and public natural green spaces.

www.texastrees.org