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Free LEDs expanding to Prineville and Madras
We’re excited to announce that The Energy Challenge the Free LED Program to two new communities –…
Free LED Program Expands to Madras & Prineville
We’re excited to announce that The Energy Challenge is expanding its successful Free LED Program to two…
Earth Day Fair and Parade on Saturday, April 21st
Take part in a colorful celebration of our natural world! The Environmental Center will celebrate Earth Day…
Earth Day Costume Workshops
Make your own costume for the parade! We’re pleased to announce two costume-making workshops hosted by local…
Green Spotlight: HeartSprings Landscape Design
HeartSprings Landscape Design has been celebrating our unique high desert terrain since 1991, offering landscape services ranging…
2018 Legislative Session: The Good & The Bad
The 2018 legislative session is over and, as always, there’s some good news and some bad news…
Getting up to Speed on ADUs
Accessory Dwelling Units – A Backyard Revolution This isn’t going to be a deep-dive into Accessory Dwelling…
Size Matters: How ADUs Can Help Prevent Waste
Although the unofficial American mantra seems to be “Bigger is Better”, thankfully there is a strong cultural…
Green Spotlight: Stemach Design + Architecture
Maybe you haven’t heard of Stemach Design + Architecture, but chances are you’re familiar with The Restore,…
Deschutes Water: The Next 50 Years
Learn about a new study that will shape water management for years to come. Water is a…
City of Bend Needs Volunteers to Help Develop its Climate Action Plan
Do you want to see the Bend community become a leader in reducing climate pollution? Now is…
Support Bills to Reduce Climate Pollution
Updated on 2/28/18: With only 11 days left in this year’s legislative session, it’s time for a…