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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…
The new face of solar
Who ever said solar didn’t look good? These houses look great all done up with solar.
The low-down on the good deal that is solar energy
I hear solar’s a good deal. But what does that really mean? First of all, let’s get…
Solar net metering
When you install solar on your home, your new net meter is what allows your utility provider…
Best Practices for Low Waste Events
When we talk about planning a low waste event, we are really talking about low waste as…
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Cash back for making energy-saving improvements to your home
A Homeowner’s Guide for Central Oregon Energy Efficiency Rebate Programs Did you know that you may be…