Posts by Lauren Williams

Here we go!

We’re very excited to be launching our Outdoor School Days campaign, just in time for school to start…

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a blue flag is flying in the breeze with a picture of planet earth on it. behind the flag the sun shines through tree canopy

Launch of Enviro Answers Q&A Series

Here at The Environmental Center, we get asked a lot of questions – from individuals, families, businesses,…

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Oregon Environmental Literacy Plan

Recently, The Gray Family Foundation shared the success story of the Oregon Environmental Literacy Plan (OELP). The…

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Upcoming City Council Work Session

Wow! 130 plus people turned out on July 21 to tell the Bend City Council how they…

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We’re Hiring: Sustainability Educator

The Environmental Center’s Mission is to embed sustainability into daily life in Central Oregon. For us, sustainability…

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Applications for the 2016 Sustainability Awards Now Being Accepted

The Environmental Center is accepting applications for the 2016 Sustainability Awards, now through September 9, 2016. Awards…

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Update: Bend Climate Action Ordinance (Now Resolution)

The Good News: The Bend City Council took our proposal for a Bend Climate Action Ordinance very…

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Your tips and resources to scare the phantoms away

 The scoop When you’re away, the phantoms will play–and wreak havoc with your energy bills. A phantom load…

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1,250 Students Participate in Outdoor Learning Experiences

With support from The Forest Service and the Children’s Forest of Central Oregon, our youth education team successfully…

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Bend-La Pine Schools Energy Competition – Mid-Competition Awards

Four local schools are awarded mid-competition prizes as student / teacher collaborations add up to winning strategies…

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