Power Hour is an educational series hosted by our Climate Solutions team that takes a deep-dive into various emerging energy topics every other month. These events are meant to ignite new conversations and possibilities in our community so bring your curiosity and questions!
Power Hours events are free to attend but we welcome a donation at anytime throughout the year. With your donation, you join a network of members who share your value of local sustainability. Thank you!
Next Power Hour: TBD
Please check back later for our next Power Hour event date. If you are a zero-energy enthusiast, we encourage you to register for the 2024 Central Oregon Green Building Tour!
What is Deschutes Energy Future?
Our July Power Hour featured a presentation by Grace Andrews, our Energy Program Coordinator, about the Deschutes Energy Future project-- a major part of her two years with us as a RARE AmeriCorps Member. Watch the recording to learn all about this exciting new initiative, which launched officially in Fall 2023!
2022: Homegrown Renewables
Our previous Power Hour series focused on how Central Oregon can and should be a leader in the local generation of renewable energy.
Watch the event recordings below for a deeper dive into each topic:
Past Virtual Power Hour Events
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November 2021 | Watch Movie: Other Side of the Hill
Watch: Panel Discussion with Jim Walls and Nick Johnson who were featured in the film for their work at Lake County Resources Initiative, plus Deschutes County Commissioner Phil Chang.
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September 2021 | Can I afford an electric vehicle?
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February 2021 | Community Solar: A path to Solar for all
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December 2020 | Home Energy Score: What's in a score and why do we need them?
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August 2020 | Is Efficiency the Key to Affordable Housing?