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Solarize Deschutes, a Community-Driven Campaign Offers Discounted Solar to Deschutes County Residents
If you have been thinking about going solar, now is the time to get a bid while the Solarize Deschutes campaign is offering big discounts. The Environmental Center, Energize Bend,…
Read MoreThe Environmental Center Launches New, Free Home Energy Assessment Program
Bend, Ore.– As we head into another hot summer with a high likelihood of climate impacts such as wildfire smoke, many may be concerned about their home’s readiness to handle…
Read MoreWith EPS, energy performance is in the details
Guest post from Energy Trust of Oregon See the benefits of energy-efficient homes at this year’s virtual Central Oregon Green Tour. Energy experts and homeowners will give you the insider’s…
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 MoreTips for buying an energy efficient home
The home buying process is, well, a process. It’s important to have conversations about efficiency during the homebuying process and not just after so that you can find an energy…
Read MoreClean Up Your Furnace Filter’s Act
Want in on a dirty little secret? A less-than-pristine furnace filter could be costing you, big time. Furnaces with dirty filters or ducts waste energy and money, shorten the life…
Read MoreA loan for energy projects paid through your energy bill
This is way more exciting than it sounds If you’re going to save money when you make home energy upgrades, wouldn’t it be nice to apply those savings directly to your…
Read MoreExpiring tax credits for efficiency products and solar
Excellent motivation to jump on your energy-saving to do list before the end of the year Almost forty years ago Oregon was a leader in the energy efficiency movement when…
Read MoreThe Powerhouse on Union Street – Green Tour Site # 1
A Creative Path To Zero Energy for Two Small Homes The accessory dwelling unit (ADU) on this property is a powerhouse. Literally. The solar panels on the roof of this…
Read MoreImproving Indoor Air Quality: Creating a truly healthy home
Conversations about indoor air quality have long been part of building an energy efficient home. Now, increasing concerns about mold, radon, carbon monoxide, other allergens, and wildfire smoke are driving…
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