The nonprofit collects, restores and distributes medical equipment. Grand opening celebration of the new facility.

The Texas/Oklahoma Chapter of the International Interior Design Association (IIDA) will host its annual Leaders Breakfast, featuring Eric Ryan, co-founder and chief brand architect of Method Products, Inc. , maker of environmentally-conscious household products. Deborah Fuller, RID, IIDA, LEED AP will be honored for her 30 years of work in the interior design industry, and particularly for her efforts in the area of sustainability and LEED certification.
Ryan will provide the keynote address, “The Method Method: Seven Obsessions That Helped Our Scrappy Start-Up Turn an Industry Upside Down." Ryan has been named an eco-leader by Vanity Fair, and an eco-revolutionary by Time Magazine.

A celebration of the founding of Social Venture Network in 1987 by entrepreneurs and investors, many who comprise today's certified B Corps. Join Nathan Joblin of Social Venture Network, Andy Fyfe of B Lab and Dallas business leaders interested in the sustainability movement for light hor d'oeuvres, networking and good conversation. Learn how the generous support of SVN's community of values-aligned leaders can be transformative as you scale your social enterprise and how B Corps are redefining success in business and how your business can become a B Corp.

Prospective SVN members, certified B Corps and their guests are encouraged to attend. Note: registration is inclusive of refreshments and parking. Cash bar will also be available. Admission: $20-$25.

Women in the Environment is a networking group for women conquering the challenges of the environmental industries. The annual Chocolate and Wine Mixer will be held at a member's home in Irving. Bring your favorite chocolate, munchies or a bottle of wine for sharing. RSVP: http://www.eventbrite.com/event/3189404595

This two-day course is offered by North Lake College Continuing Education. The introductory workshop describes 20 years of thinking about what sustainability is and how to achieve it. It is grounded in best practices, rigorous science and the contributions of thousands of experts, business professionals and community leaders from around the world. This workshop will introduce you to the basic concepts of The Natural Step Framework allowing you to practice applying those concepts to business and detail ways in which others have successfully applied the framework to their operations. Cost is $175. Follow up four-day course is held Nov. 2-10.

By Teresa McUsic
The fourth annual Ecofest Arlington, a free event to promote environmental awareness, will be held Saturday, Sept. 22 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. at Founders Plaza, 100 W. Abram St. in downtown Arlington. The event is expected to draw more than 10,000, according to a city official.
The festival will feature more than 40 vendors, who will spotlight their green products and services. Ecofest also will include free demonstrations, classes and kid-centered activities. Live entertainment will feature local bands performing at the outdoor Levitt Pavilion. Tap water will be available for free all day, while food and drinks from local restaurants will be on hand as well.
“This isn’t a city event, this is a regional event,” said Heather Dowell, parks and recreation urban forest land manager for Arlington. “We want everyone in North Texas to come.”
Arlington will give away 1,500 trees in 12 varieties on a first come first serve basis at the festival. Last year, 1,000 trees were gone within the first four hours, Dowell said.
Arlington residents also will be able to sign up for a $10 class in the city chambers for making their own rain barrel.

Over the past 11 years, this community and family oriented Green Living Fair has grown to be the largest “green show” in the South. It occurs at the end of September, every year, in historic Fredericksburg, Texas. You can see the latest in eco-friendly technologies. Learn how to save and create your own energy. Attend informative talks by the experts. Visit with our vendors to see contemporary green living and sustainability practices. Come test drive the next generation in personal transportation. It’s fun, environmentally friendly, and a great place to learn how you can make a difference!

Eileen Birnbaum worked in the legal field for 27 years before begining the World Wear Project, LLC 2 years ago. Through her efforts, this business has been a force not only for landfill diversion, but distribution of clothing resources and fund raising for schools, religious institutions, community organizations and a variety of other nonprofits. Hear her story, get educated about opportunities to further reduce our landfill contributions and grab some lunch from the Texas Harvest Pie Company.

DFW Greenweavers was established for the purpose of networking those professionals and companies who are either green-minded, eco-friendly or wishing to become more so.

We welcome those entrepreneurs, inventors, contractors, local food growers and similar synergistic partners helping us "grow" a better green business environment in the DFW area.

According to Farm Aid, every week 330 farmers leave their land. As a result, there are now nearly five million fewer farms in the U.S. than there were in the 1930s. This class is designed to provide attendees the opportunity to meet local farmers and discuss how the local food economy is important to the community. Attendees also will learn more about local farmer's markets, community supported agriculture (CSA), and local food co-ops.

*Part of Irving’s Urban Farming Lecture Series

Thursday, Aug. 16
5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
West Irving Library
4444 W. Rochelle Road

Speakers:

To register online click here.

For more information, call the Office of Environmental Stewardship at (972) 742-2296.

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