Environmental Impact

The Price of Oak Wilt What North Texas Oak Tree Owners Should Know

In this informative video, join Wes Rivers from TreeNewal as he sits down with Kimberlee Peterson, an expert on oak wilt, to discuss the significance of this widespread issue in Texas. The discussion centers around the actions property owners should take if their oak trees become infected with oak wilt. Kimberlee emphasizes the importance of contacting…

Why Removing Dead Trees is Vital for Storm Safety

In this informative video, ISA Certified Arborist James Allen delves into the critical reasons behind the swift removal of dead trees. The discussion centers on the inherent hazards these trees pose to both property and people. James stresses the urgency of this process, emphasizing that delaying removal increases the risk of falling limbs,…

The Latest Tree Heat Stress Scenario in DFW: A Comprehensive Update

A Comprehensive Update: In this vividly described scene, ISA Certified Arborist Cory Herpel takes us on a drive through the DFW area, where the landscape is marked by signs of extreme stress. The environment is dominated by a bleak palette of browns and crisped foliage. Cory points out the distressing sight of dead trees…

Trees and Pools: What You Need to Know for a Stunning and Sustainable Landscape

In this informative video, ISA Certified Arborist Wes Rivers delves into the delicate balance between urban development and the preservation of nature. The focus is on a property where a large, mature tree stands at the back, while the owners are eager to install a pool. The central question: Can the tree and the…

Rooted in Suburbia: Embracing Post Oaks as Native Trees

Native Trees: In our captivating video, ISA Certified Arborist, Wes Rivers, delves deep into the fascinating characteristics that make Post Oaks both common and fragile in these developing landscapes. As he explores the delicate nature of these native trees, we uncover the core reason behind their vulnerability – their small and fibrous root system….

What Causes Urban Stress?

In this informative video, Wes Rivers and James Allen from TreeNewal engage in an enlightening discussion about urban tree stress. They delve into the common problems affecting trees in urban areas, such as DFW. They discuss topics including issues related to soil quality, heat stress, water scarcity, and the detrimental effects of construction activities….

How the Indestructible Molecule that is PFAS Effects the Environment

In the most recent episode of “There’s More to IT,” host Jason Claybrook discussed the widespread exposure of Per and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances, better known as PFAS, in various aspects of everyday life. His guest was Yuran Li, the director of MS Commercial Strategies at Alternative Biomedical Solutions — a Texas based laboratory. The two talked…

How has Composting Grown and What is its Future?

The word “sustainability,” is on the tip of everyone’s tongues lately. Commerce and business worldwide are looking for better and cheaper ways to keep business viable into the future. Industries like agriculture, architecture, civic design, and others are starting to catch on to the cost-effective and high-performing product that is compost. Today’s guests are…