Events
The 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…
Read MoreOpen the Door to Savings
Energy Performance Score (EPS) from Energy Trust of Oregon can help you find the perfect home. Experience the beauty of energy efficiency at this year’s Central Oregon Green Tour. You’ll…
Read MoreRethink Eclipse: 4 things you can do to help keep our community clean.
Whatever your plans are for the upcoming eclipse, it’s inevitable that you’ll be joined by – or impacted by – a large number of people in our area. And with…
Read MoreEarth Day Fair and Parade on Saturday, April 22nd
The annual parade will be bigger, more colorful this year! The Environmental Center will celebrate Earth Day by hosting its annual Earth Day Fair and Parade on Saturday, April 22nd.…
Read MoreFabric Donations Needed for Earth Day Project
Help us collect used fabric for a special Earth Day project that will be showcased on April 22nd at the parade! See below for details.
Read MoreSchedule A Rethink Waste Presentation
Looking to brush up on your recycling know-how? Got compost questions? Need ideas for creative reuse? Wondering if less really is more? The Rethink Waste Project offers FREE community presentations…
Read MoreMountainfilm on Tour to Arrive in Bend February 24 & 25
WHAT: A fundraiser for The Environmental Center, featuring two nights of inspirational documentary films with themes of exploring cultures, preserving environments and promoting adventure. The event showcases the very best…
Read MoreRepair Café Returns to DIYcave
The Rethink Waste Project will be returning to DIYcave for a Fall Repair Café on Tuesday November 15th, from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Volunteer fixers will be on hand to…
Read MoreTickets On Sale for the 2016 Sustainability Awards
A limited number of tickets are now available for the 2016 Sustainability Awards on November 3, 2016. Early registration is encouraged as space is limited and this event will sell…
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