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Intern Spotlight: Alondra Schuster
Meet Alondra, our rockstar intern! Alondra has been involved with our organization for quite some time now…
Calling all Energy Heroes in Redmond and Bend!
You may have heard that we have some very exciting news for 2017 –we have our expanded our…
We need YOU to help our LED program a success
Calling all Energy Heroes in Redmond and Bend! You may have heard that we have some…
3 Ways I Will Have Less Stuff & More Space in 2017
Once again, I’m kicking off the year with a re-energized burst of wanting less stuff, and more…
No Big Black Bag on Christmas Morning
Prepare for Christmas morning, or whenever you are exchanging gifts, with a few handy containers to avoid…
Avoid Leftover Leftovers
As mentioned in an earlier post, we create an additional 25% more waste over the holiday period,…
Light Up the Night with Candlelight Dinners
Local Bend businesses with a history of sustainable practices are partnering with the Bend Energy Challenge team…
Baby it’s cold (and dark) outside
But saving energy will make you feel warm and fuzzy inside! You can make your home bright…
Handmade Holidays
Do It Yourself My husband is awesome with a sewing machine. He’s made upcycled bike pannier bags,…
Experience Based Gifts – More Fun, Less Waste!
The holidays – a time to get together with friends and family, share laughs and spread joy,…
Think Local. Take Action.
It’s been nearly three weeks since the election, and truth be told, I am still reeling. It’s…
A Post-Election Message
These last two days have been difficult here at The Environmental Center. Mostly, I am grieving. The…