Posts by Lauren Williams

‘Youth Energy Heroes’ Set in Motion

Last summer, you may remember The Environmental Center’s campaign to raise money for Youth Energy Heroes. Our…

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Bend La Pine Schools Compete to Reduce Energy Use

With Bend’s current 11th place standing among 50 communities competing for the Georgetown University Energy Prize, the Bend…

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Bend Ranks 11th in National Energy Reduction Competition

Bend ranks 11th among 50 communities competing for the Georgetown University Energy Prize, a national competition to…

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Garden Program Registration Now Open

Check out the most recent Bend Parks & Rec Playbook! We’ve got 2 new garden programs scheduled for…

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Local Students Tour the Landfill

The Environmental Center, in partnership with Deschutes County Solid Waste, has delivered waste education to fourth and…

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AmeriCorps NCCC Teams Aim to Help Bend

Two AmeriCorps National Civilian Community Corps (NCCC) teams, Blue One and Blue Six, will be serving in…

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Free LED Light Bulb Installation Program

The Bend Energy Challenge, a program of the Environmental Center, is offering a free and convenient way to…

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What To Know About the UGB Remand

The City of Bend is getting close to completing its third (and hopefully final) urban growth boundary…

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The Environmental Center Announces Bend Energy Challenge Week & the 15th Annual Green Tour

This year, the 15th Annual Green Tour (formerly Green & Solar Tour) was organized by The Environmental Center…

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We Need Your Help To Inspire Youth Energy Heroes

By now you’re likely familiar with The Bend Energy Challenge, our team in the Georgetown University Energy Prize…

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