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Less Stuff, More Fun
There were quite a few reasons to go shopping last weekend: Labor Day sales, end of summer…
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…
Recycle Right with Signs for Home or Office
One of the resources we have available here on the Rethink Waste Project website are downloadable signs…
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…
#climatesign – uniting people for climate action
While Bend is rallying around energy efficiency and the Bend Energy Challenge, people around the world are…
Look What You Built: Garden Update Summer 2015
“These are the best berries I’ve ever tasted”, said 3rd grader Jovanie after gulping down a handful…
The Environmental Center Receives Award From AmeriCorps NCCC
We are proud to share that AmeriCorps NCCC Pacific Region Class XXI has awarded “Project Sponsor of…
Net Zero Energy Home Wins Best in Show at COBA Tour of Homes
2481 nw drouillard ave, nw crossing, bend, or Built by: SolAire Homebuilders This beautiful home, located in NW Crossing…
Neil Kelly’s Educational Showcase
61518 skene trail, tetherow, bend, or Built by: Neil Kelly Co. This year the COBA Tour of…
COBA Tour Of Homes Features Energy Efficiency
The Central Oregon Builders Association (COBA) Tour of Homes starts this weekend! The tour will be held…
Tips for Choosing Your New Air Conditioner
We don’t have to tell you it is hot here on the High Desert! Record breaking heat…
2015 Outdoor School Wrap-Up
This year, The Environmental Center team served 1,190 students from the Bend LaPine, Redmond and Culver districts.