Climate
2021 Sustainability Awards Winners Announced
The Environmental Center announced the 2021 Sustainability Award winners during a live-streamed celebration from Open Space Event Studios on Thursday, November 4. The Environmental Center presented three Sustainability Awards to:…
Read MoreAct Today! Submit your comments on the Climate Protection Plan
Written comments on the draft Climate Protection Plan are due by Monday, October 25th! Right now, you can help make climate protection in Oregon stronger by adding your voice to…
Read MoreLet’s get these bills over the finish line!
It’s been a busy session with many important bills passing out of the legislature and heading to the Governor’s desk … but our work is not done yet. This year’s…
Read More5 Reasons You Should Pay Attention to Plastic
Everyone should care about plastic. It’s true the stuff is a miracle to human health — plus it’s cheap for us to buy as individuals. However, plastic has a dirty,…
Read MoreTake action: Share your priorities with Bend City Councilors
New City Council Means New Goals Let The Council Know Your Thoughts Today Every two years, right after new Bend City Councilors are sworn in, the City Council sets new…
Read MoreSingle Use Disposables. Are they actually better than reusables?
What’s better, paper or plastic? Single-use foodware made of petroleum-based or compostable plastics? A reusable canvas bag or a single-use plastic bag? A plastic-lined paper coffee cup or a durable…
Read MoreACTION ALERTS: Big Agenda for Bend City Council This Wednesday
Support Funding the Core Area Plan The vision for a vibrant, sustainable mixed-use neighborhood in the Bend Central District with safe east & west connections depends on the Core Area…
Read MoreGet involved with Bend’s climate future
The City of Bend is actively recruiting nine positions for the Environment and Climate Committee (ECC) until July 31, 2020. During the June 17th, 2020 City Council meeting, Bend City…
Read MoreAction Alerts: Speak with local leaders this week
1. Bend’s New Transportation Plan Enters Final Stretch Let local leaders know you support it. After two years of hard work, Bend’s Citywide Transportation Advisory Committee (CTAC) recently held their…
Read MoreSustainability Series at Ridgeview & Redmond High
Each trimester, The Environmental Center Youth Educators present our Sustainability Series to Health 2 classes at Ridgeview and Redmond High Schools. We have a wonderful collaboration with Coaches Millington, Pileggi,…
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