Transportation
What does my house need to charge an Electric Car?
Whether you already own an electric car (EV) or are considering one in the future, when you are looking at new homes it is important to consider what it takes…
Read More4 things you need to know about the EV Charging Tax Credit
In a late December session, congress passed a bill that extended the electric vehicle charging tax credit that will cover 30% of the cost for residential or workplace charging. Because…
Read MoreDC Fast Charging in Madras Oregon
CCS Charging comes to Madras Central Oregon now has it’s first functional CCS combo charging thanks to Pacific Power’s installation of 4 DCFC stations located at the Madras Chamber of…
Read MoreTips for Buying an EV at the end of the year
December is a great month to take advantage of the Federal EV Tax Credit. If you have been on the fence about purchasing an EV, now might be the perfect…
Read MoreIndividual action is crucial… but is it enough?
A simple but powerful mission guides our work here at The Environmental Center: to embed sustainability into daily life in Central Oregon. As Peter Geiser, one of our founders, says,…
Read MoreCharge Ahead Expansion
Fall 2019 Oregon EV Rebate Program Updates The Oregon Environmental Quality Commission approved the expansion of the Oregon Clean Vehicle Rebate Program, making it easier for people to purchase electric…
Read MoreIntersections Ahead
Bend Needs a Transportation System That’s Good for People and the Planet Our mission is to embed sustainability into daily life in Central Oregon. It’s a large, complex job that…
Read MoreBend’s Transportation Plan: Moving People, Not Cars
The City of Bend recently launched a new planning effort, this time focused on transportation. Its purpose is to develop a plan to meet Bend’s transportation needs through 2040, when…
Read MoreAction Alert: Support Clean & Modern Transportation
The Oregon Legislature is currently considering HB 2017-3 to meet a wide range of transportation needs across the state. After a failed effort in 2015, and then many months of…
Read MorePublic Transit Funding Tools for Central Oregon
A robust public transit system is a cornerstone of a livable community. It helps people get to work, get to school and access a whole range of services they need…
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