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Our blog tells the stories of the people and organizations, the programs, tools and technologies, that make sustainability real every day.  You’ll find the inspiration and resources you need to put sustainability into action in your life, at home or at work.

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Garden Educator Network Tour at the High Desert Horticultural Center

Thanks to our friends at the High Desert Horticultural Center for the native plant tour for our…

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Board Announcement: Executive Director Transition

Dear Friends and Supporters of TEC: We have some big news to share: our Executive Director, Mike…

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Food Waste Prevention Week: Local options for businesses looking to reduce their food waste!

The Rethink Waste Project has worked to engage individuals and families in reducing their food waste through…

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An evening of sewing and community building

Thank you to those who attended our Sewing, Mending, and Darning Workshop last week, and a huge…

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Eight Creative Community Endeavors in 2024

Learn more about the eight projects funded by Community Innovation Fund in 2024

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Youth Education Program Expansion to Engage Spanish Speaking Youth & Families

Have you driven by the Redmond RootedHomes development lately? It’s buzzing with activity as the homes in…

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Important Update: Earth Day Celebration

For several years, The Environmental Center has been proud to bring together our community to celebrate Earth…

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Reuse Bend: Coming Soon!

In August, we shared our plans to bring reuse to Bend through an initiative we called Reuse…

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What’s the deal with “Hard to recycle” materials & Specialty Recycling Programs?

What are “hard-to recycle” materials? Can batteries be recycled? What do I do with shoes too old…

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Estamos contratando! Bilingual Youth Education Program Coordinator (YEPC)

We are looking for a Bilingual Youth Education Program Coordinator (YEPC) to join our team! Applications are…

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We’re Hiring: Communications Manager

We are looking for a Communications Manager to join our team! Applications are due December 31, 2024….

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A Repair Café with Deschutes Public Library

On Wednesday, we had our final Repair Café of the year. For this one, we were glad…

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