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Free LED Light Bulb Program to Expand to Sisters
Starting in December, residents in Sisters will be able to save $100 a year with free energy-saving…
Tax credits for efficiency and solar expiring 12/31/17
Jump on your energy-saving to-do list before the end of the year There’s been a lot of…
Expiring 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…
October in the School Garden
Cool, wet days and nights with temperatures below freezing become regular in October in the high desert….
Recycle Right, Now More Than Ever
By now you’ve probably heard of China’s impacts on US recycling markets through their more stringent recycled…
VIDEO: Heat Pump Water Heaters
Neil from The Energy Challenge answers some common questions we get about heat pump water heaters: Will…
Green Spotlight: Cascade Financial Strategies
Last week, we met with Jack Schniepp and Neal Richards at Cascade Financial Strategies. This duo is…
Three-bin Composting Tips
At The Environmental Center, we have a variety of composting systems, and they each have pros…
VIDEO: Fall Clean-up in the Garden
It’s cooling off in Central Oregon and our growing season is coming to a close. What does…
Update: Garden For Every School
Since our Garden For Every School launch back in June, we have made some exciting strides. For…
Green Tour Highlights Positive Solutions to Save Energy in Central Oregon
In Central Oregon, fall means getting cozy and visiting forward-thinking and energy efficient homes on the Green…
Range Apartments – Green Tour Site #2
NW modern design in the heart of NWC Good looks. Smart design. Open floor plans. Light-filled spaces. It’s…