General Topics and Announcements
Launch of Enviro Answers Q&A Series
Here at The Environmental Center, we get asked a lot of questions – from individuals, families, businesses, etc. – about how to live a sustainable lifestyle here in Central Oregon.…
Read MoreOregon Environmental Literacy Plan
Recently, The Gray Family Foundation shared the success story of the Oregon Environmental Literacy Plan (OELP). The article explains how OELP provides a road map to ensure that every Oregon…
Read MoreUpcoming City Council Work Session
Wow! 130 plus people turned out on July 21 to tell the Bend City Council how they feel about climate action in Bend. And the vast majority asked the Council…
Read MoreWe’re Hiring: Sustainability Educator
The Environmental Center’s Mission is to embed sustainability into daily life in Central Oregon. For us, sustainability is about people, the planet and prosperity for all. We seek to build…
Read MoreApplications for the 2016 Sustainability Awards Now Being Accepted
The Environmental Center is accepting applications for the 2016 Sustainability Awards, now through September 9, 2016. Awards will be given to an individual, small business, large business, and organization (agency…
Read MoreYour tips and resources to scare the phantoms away
The scoop When you’re away, the phantoms will play–and wreak havoc with your energy bills. A phantom load is any device that consumes electricity when when shut off–like your TV, entertainment…
Read MoreGreen 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 at upcoming concerts. The roll-out of this new program occurred last Friday at…
Read MoreGreen Spotlight: OSU Master Gardeners
Gardening: Get Good At It Growing in the High Desert can be quite a challenge! Want to learn more about gardening this year? Join OSU Master Gardeners and OSU Staff…
Read MoreJoin today as a new member – you could win prizes!
The Environmental Center team works hard every day to advance a future in Central Oregon where sustainability is front and center. But our success and impact depends on financial support…
Read MoreMountainfilm on Tour to Arrive in Bend
Mountainfilm on Tour to Arrive in Bend on February 26th & 27th. Don’t miss this great event and benefit for The Environmental Center!
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