Texas seeks to learn lessons from West Nile virus disaster. Reuters

Fort Bend County power plant looks to Dallas for smog relief. Houston Chronicle

New disease strain found in Midland mosquitoes. Midland Reporter-Telegram

Rising water use is challenge: Expert says El Paso poised to manage growing needs. El Paso Times

Keystone XL breaks ground in Texas. Washington Post

If Austin sheds its coal power, would the city’s carbon footprint. Austin American-Statesman

Scientists warn of increased risks to Texas from hurricanes and tropical storms. Dallas Morning News

Texas wind boom threatened by expiring tax credit. Texas Tribune

Power retailer’s entry sheds light on green gains. Houston Chronicle

At universities, fracking research funded by oil and gas companies. Texas Observer

Texas heat pushes electricity use to new monthly record. Reuters

Power retailer’s entry sheds light on green gains. Houston Chronicle

Texas West Nile outbreak now worst in state’s history. Houston Chronicle

Renewable incentives spark debate at Texas hearing. Texas Tribune

Solar power can aid strained Texas grid, officials say. Texas Tribune

Texas coal plant scales back operations. Texas Tribune

A year after fires, communities focus on prevention. KUT

Scientists warn of increased risks to Texas from hurricanes and tropical storms. Dallas Morning News