Posts by Lauren Williams
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…
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…
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…
Green Spotlight: Les Schwab Amphitheater’s New Sustainability Initiative
We’re excited to see that Les Schwab Amphitheater recently launched their “Take Note Initiative” to reduce waste…
Green Spotlight: OSU Master Gardeners
Gardening: Get Good At It Growing in the High Desert can be quite a challenge! Want to…
Record Number of Local Schools Awarded Oregon Green Schools Certification
Sixteen schools in Bend recently earned Oregon Green School Certification for their efforts to reduce resource consumption…
Bend City Council to Discuss Climate Action Ordinance
The Bend City Council is considering a draft climate action ordinance to help Bend city government, residents…
Happy Hour in the Garden Returns
Warmer temps mean it’s time to get our Learning Garden ready for another season! This ongoing volunteer…
27th Annual Earth Day Fair & Parade
The Environmental Center will celebrate Earth Day by hosting its annual Earth Day Fair and Parade on…
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The Environmental Center team works hard every day to advance a future in Central Oregon where sustainability…