Our Rethink Waste Blog
Our blog tells the stories of the people and organizations, the programs, tools and technologies, that make sustainability real every day. You’ll find the inspiration and resources you need to put sustainability into action in your life, at home or at work.
Be sure to check out our community calendar for upcoming events, and get to know our Partner Groups. Need a space for an event? Our door is open for learning, collaborating, and a whole lot more.
The Environmental Center is your friendly neighborhood sustainability hub.
- All
- Advocacy
- Waste (Rethink Waste)
- Events
- Education: Youth and Garden
- Electric Vehicles
- Energy
- Fundraising
- General Topics and Announcements
Bend-La Pine Schools Energy Competition – Mid-Competition Awards
Four local schools are awarded mid-competition prizes as student / teacher collaborations add up to winning strategies…
Rays the roof–with solar, of course!
Calling all local businesses – check out this new solar incentive program! Together with local businesses, we know…
Green Spotlight: Les Schwab Amphitheater’s New Sustainability Initiative
We’re excited to see that Les Schwab Amphitheater recently launched their “Take Note Initiative” to reduce waste…
Green Spotlight: OSU Master Gardeners
Gardening: Get Good At It Growing in the High Desert can be quite a challenge! Want to…
Indoor water-saving tips from the pros
In Bend, our water and sewer rates were recently modernized and we now we pay for every…
Record Number of Local Schools Awarded Oregon Green Schools Certification
Sixteen schools in Bend recently earned Oregon Green School Certification for their efforts to reduce resource consumption…
Outdoor water-saving tips from the pros
The single most important thing Bendites can do to conserve water is to know how much…
Bend City Council to Discuss Climate Action Ordinance
The Bend City Council is considering a draft climate action ordinance to help Bend city government, residents…
Buying a new appliance? There’s a cert for that.
Are you an Energy Star? Did you know that there are Energy Star certifications for more than…
Happy Hour in the Garden Returns
Warmer temps mean it’s time to get our Learning Garden ready for another season! This ongoing volunteer…
Keepin’ your cool when picking out your new fridge
When choosing a refrigerator not all are created equally, or efficiently. This is one household appliance that…
27th Annual Earth Day Fair & Parade
The Environmental Center will celebrate Earth Day by hosting its annual Earth Day Fair and Parade on…