NTMWD Celebrated World Water Day with Water Trivia World Water Day was March 22nd. NTMWD celebrated the day with water trivia at Herman Marshall Whiskey in downtown Wylie. Over Fifty people came to the new tasting room and tested their... more
Tag: Environment
Did you know? “Flushable” Wipes, Fatbergs and Costly Plumbing Problems
Wet wipes have been around since the 1960s, but it wasn’t until the mid-2000s that they were marketed to adults as an alternative to toilet paper. Sales of flushable wipes are expected to top $3.5 billion in 2023, with advertisers... more
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center Receives Texas Leopold Conservation Award
The North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) is delighted to offer its congratulations to the John Bunker Sands Wetland Center and Rosewood Ranches as recipients of the 2022 Texas Leopold Conservation Award, the state’s highest honor for private land conservation.... more
Time to Recycle or Compost Holiday Decorations & Food
Before you throw away any of those holiday decorations or food scraps, Water Expert Denise Hickey and Horticulturalist Patrick Dickinson want you to know where most end up versus where they should go. Decor – Think Recycle or Compost First Over... more
News Stream – December 2018
Our December edition of News Stream highlights recent presentations made by Executive Director Tom Kula, ways we continue to manage costs, water plant winter maintenance and information on a new water operations center. We’ve also got industry conference information, events in... more
News Stream – November 2018
In this month’s edition of News Stream, we answer the question on whether or not the recent events down in Austin could happen in North Texas, share useful information about water industry conferences and best communication practices, and provide links... more
Watering Tips to Get You Through the Last Blast of Summer
Even though it was raining during our most recent WFAA Green Segment, it’s always a good time to talk about when and how to water our lawns in the heat of the summer. Whether Mother Nature takes care of it,... more
Every day can be a green Father’s Day!
Water Expert Denise Hickey and Horticulturalist Patrick Dickinson shared some green ideas for the techie side of dads as well as his green thumb on their most recent visit to WFAA. Stay Charged When Working Outdoors Who doesn’t want a... more
NTMWD celebrates completion of renewable energy gas plant in Melissa
Capturing landfill gas helps reduce emissions and offset operating costs Officials with the North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) held a ribbon cutting ceremony and tours on Wednesday, June 20 at the new Morrow Renewable High BTU Gas Plant operating... more
New Conservation Campaign Underway – “Love Lavon Lake”
“Love Lavon Lake” is a new conservation campaign designed to help North Texans know their primary water source. As North Texans get set to dive into longer days and 100 degree-plus temperatures, the North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) has... more