using litter audits to teach the scientific method

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Using Litter Surveys to Teach the Scientific Method to Students

By Amanda Hockney, Black Cat GIS Using Litter Surveys to Teach the Scientific Method to Students Like it or not, litter is nearly everywhere! Many of the items we use each day produce trash. When that trash is not properly disposed of, it creates litter. Littering is primarily the result…

laraAugust 5, 2024

KTB Blog

Vietnamese Fishermen vs. Formosa Plastics on the Texas Gulf Coast

by Kirsten Sorensen Since the 1980s, Vietnamese fishermen on the Texas Gulf Coast have been at the forefront of environmental justice, battling the industrial pollution caused by Formosa Plastics. This long-standing struggle underscores the resilience and determination of a community fighting to protect their livelihoods and environment. Vietnamese Settlement on…

laraMay 30, 2024

KTB Blog

Staying Eco-friendly During the HOT Texas Summer

Contributed by the 2023-24 Young Texan ambassador Leadership Council When it comes to summer heat, Texas doesn't mess around. When temperatures hit the triple digits, Texans know it's time to crank up the air conditioning or seek refuge in a cool pool. While these methods offer temporary relief from the…

laraMay 23, 2024

KTB Blog

What is Greenwashing?

by Amina Mukaty, 2024 Spring Programs Intern What is Greenwashing? Due to the global efforts towards mitigating the impacts of climate change and embracing sustainability, various eco-friendly trends have emerged across several industries. Many brands have latched on to the sustainability movement to market their products to environmentally-conscious consumers. The…

laraMay 1, 2024

KTB Blog Recycling

Keep Texas Recycling: Connecting Communities through Recycling

by Zoe Killian, Keep Texas Recycling Program Manager Who keeps the Lone Star State recycling? Texans do! Since 1994, the Keep Texas Recycling program has expanded recycling access to and improved programs in rural communities across the state, impacting over 517,000 Texans. Community partners have recycled 333 million lbs of…

laraApril 26, 2024

KTB Blog

4 Easy Steps to Completing a Community Project

by the Young Texan Ambassadors Leadership Council: Aishwaryaa Udeshi, Ocean Landreneau, June Kim, Priya Patel, Jennifer Cox, Sydney Brown, Abigail So, Saanvi Mylavarapu, Marleigh Alvarado, Claudia AmatoEmbarking on a community project requires dedication, but the rewards—strengthened community bonds, improved environments, and the joy of achieving a shared goal—are immeasurable. Steps:…

laraApril 24, 2024

Beautify Texas Awards KTB Blog Recognition

The 2024 Beautify Texas Awards Winners

The 2024 Beautify Texas Award Winners Keep Texas Beautiful's Beautify Texas Awards recognize efforts made by individuals and organizations to enhance their communities and protect the Texas environment. These are the people who work to make their communities cleaner, safer, and more inclusive for residents and visitors. These awards range…

laraApril 22, 2024

KTB Blog

A Guide to Seasonal Allergies in Texas

By Amina Mukaty, 2024 Spring Programs InternHere in the Lone Star State, pollen is not just an irritant; it's a vibrant ensemble of tiny grains that make every season of the year eventful. From McAllen to Austin - Texas is home to a diverse range of pollen-producing plants, each with…

laraApril 12, 2024

GCAA KTB Blog Recognition

The 2024 Governor’s Community Achievement Winners

Keep Texas Beautiful is proud to announce the winners of the 2024 Governor’s Community Achievement Awards (GCAA) for outstanding community improvement. For over three decades, Keep Texas Beautiful, in collaboration with the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), has been recognizing Texas communities for their outstanding overall efforts to keep their…

laraApril 2, 2024

KTB Blog Recycling

Keeping Texas Recycling: Enhancing Recycling Accessibility Across Texas

by Karla Camacho, KTB Communications Coordinator Who says recycling isn’t happening? Well, in Texas, it sure is! Over the past three decades, Keep Texas Beautiful’s Keep Texas Recycling (KTR) program and its network of community partners have made a remarkable impact on the Texas environment. Together, participating communities have recycled…

laraFebruary 28, 2024

KTB Blog

5 Black Texan Environmentalists and Organizations to Know in 2024

by Karla Camacho, KTB 's Communications Coordinator Cover Photo from Black Women WhoIn celebration of Black History Month, it is essential to recognize and honor the contributions of Black individuals and organizations in the environmental movement. Here are five remarkable Black Texan environmentalists and organizations who have made significant strides…

laraFebruary 21, 2024

Beautify Texas Awards KTB Blog

The 2023 Beautify Texas Award Winners – Organizational Categories

The Beautify Texas Awards honor Texas companies, schools, and organizations doing extraordinary things in their communities. We're proud to showcase the 2023 Beautify Texas Awards winners in the Organizational category, and thank these Texans for their hard work as volunteers, educators, and leaders. Ebby Halliday & Maurice Acers Business/Industry Award…

laraFebruary 12, 2024

Beautify Texas Awards KTB Blog

The 2023 Beautify Texas Award Winners – Individual Categories

The Beautify Texas Awards honor ordinary Texans doing extraordinary things in their communities. We're proud to showcase the 2023 Beautify Texas Awards winners in the Individual category, and thank these Texans for their hard work as volunteers, educators, and leaders. Sadie Ray Graff Educator Award Recognizes the efforts of an…

laraFebruary 9, 2024

Yuengling Lager's KTB branded special edition cans

KTB Blog News

Yuengling and Keep Texas Beautiful Renew Partnership For 2024

NEWS PROVIDED BY D.G. Yuengling & Son, Inc 06 Feb, 2024, 09:00 ET Limited-Edition Packaging and Special Events Support Texas Beautification Initiatives POTTSVILLE, Pa., Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, The Yuengling Company announced a 2024 partnership with Keep Texas Beautiful (KTB) – a nonprofit organization that empowers Texans to keep our communities clean…

laraFebruary 6, 2024

KTB Blog

Small Actions to Give Back to the Environment in 2024

by Karla Camacho, KTB Communications Coordinator As we step into a brand-new year, let's make 2024 the year of positive change for our environment. Wondering where to start? Here are five small yet impactful actions you can take to give back to Mother Earth: Embrace the Green: Simple Initiatives for a…

laraJanuary 12, 2024

KTB Blog

Tackling the Litter Problem in San Marcos

by Kirsten Sorensen, Cleanups and Research Programs Manager KTB has had the honor of managing an EPA Grant through their Trash Free Waters program since 2020, extending project funds throughout the state to different organizations working to prevent the flow of litter into the Gulf of Mexico. On December 5th,…

laraDecember 18, 2023

KTB Blog

Sustainable Celebrations: Embrace Eco-Friendly Holiday Decor

by Karla Camacho, KTB's Communications CoordinatorThe holiday season is a time of joy, celebration, and spreading warmth to those around us. As we indulge in the festive spirit, it's essential to consider the environmental impact of our traditions, including holiday decorations. Embracing sustainable practices in your festive decor not only…

laraDecember 13, 2023

KTB Blog

What’s The Strangest Item You Found During Your Fall Sweep Cleanup?

by Kirsten Sorensen, Cleanups and Research Programs Manager Fall Sweep has officially wrapped for the 2023 season, and while the wrap-up reports trickle in, we love hearing about your results! As many folks have learned from experience, you often run into things you don’t expect while out cleaning up your…

laraDecember 5, 2023

KTB Blog

Preserving Habitat and Ecosystems with the Galveston Bay Foundation

KTB has had the honor of managing an EPA Grant through their Trash Free Waters program since 2020, extending project funds throughout the state to different organizations working to prevent the flow of litter into the Gulf of Mexico. On October 27th, Kirsten Sorensen, KTB’s Research and Cleanups Program Manager,…

laraNovember 29, 2023

KTB Blog

Keeping Trash out of Houston Waterways with the Buffalo Bayou Partnership

KTB has had the honor of managing an EPA Grant through their Trash Free Waters program since 2020, extending project funds throughout the state to different organizations working to prevent the flow of litter into the Gulf of Mexico. Removing Floatable Trash from the Buffalo Bayou On October 26th, Kirsten…

laraNovember 15, 2023

KTB Blog

Using Litter Surveys to Teach the Scientific Method to Students

Vietnamese Fishermen vs. Formosa Plastics on the Texas Gulf Coast

Staying Eco-friendly During the HOT Texas Summer

What is Greenwashing?

Keep Texas Recycling: Connecting Communities through Recycling

4 Easy Steps to Completing a Community Project

The 2024 Beautify Texas Awards Winners

A Guide to Seasonal Allergies in Texas

The 2024 Governor’s Community Achievement Winners

Keeping Texas Recycling: Enhancing Recycling Accessibility Across Texas

5 Black Texan Environmentalists and Organizations to Know in 2024

The 2023 Beautify Texas Award Winners – Organizational Categories

The 2023 Beautify Texas Award Winners – Individual Categories

Yuengling and Keep Texas Beautiful Renew Partnership For 2024

Small Actions to Give Back to the Environment in 2024

Tackling the Litter Problem in San Marcos

Sustainable Celebrations: Embrace Eco-Friendly Holiday Decor

What’s The Strangest Item You Found During Your Fall Sweep Cleanup?

Preserving Habitat and Ecosystems with the Galveston Bay Foundation

Keeping Trash out of Houston Waterways with the Buffalo Bayou Partnership

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