General Topics and Announcements
Think Local, Act Local When it Comes to Climate
The recently released National Climate Assessment gives us a stark glimpse into how carbon emissions will not only affect our country, but the local livability we cherish so much. While…
Read MoreBend to Compete in National Energy Prize Competition
Last week The Environmental Center signaled its intent to compete for the Georgetown University Energy Prize. The Prize is a national competition that aims to dramatically improve America’s energy standing…
Read MoreLindsey Hardy Joins The Environmental Center, Goes to DC
Lindsey Hardy joined The Environmental Center last week to lead our new Clean Energy Challenge Program. We are thrilled to have Lindsey on our staff team. She comes to us…
Read MoreKPOV’s Spring Pledge Drive is April 10th – 19th
88.9 KPOV, High Desert Community Radio, relies on donations to help it provide quality local programming originating right here in Central Oregon. Help KPOV get a jump start on one of its two annual…
Read MoreOregon Active Transportation Advocates Get Warm Reception in DC
Oregon advocates might have the easiest job of any of the state delegations here at the National Bike Summit. No matter which of the seven offices they entered during the…
Read MoreWe’re Hiring!
We are looking for a highly motivated individual that is passionate about community sustainability to become our Membership and Outreach Manager.
Read MoreFriends mourn passing of Tim Lillebo, forest advocate
If the spotted owl became a symbol of intractable conflict over the fate of the forests of western Oregon, across the Cascades, forest and wilderness advocate Tim Lillebo over those…
Read MoreBend Area Habitat ReStore Renews Former Backstrom Builders Center
Since its purchase of the property in October, Habitat has been designing a project that emphasizes environmental stewardship in all aspects of the renovation.
Read MoreCentral Oregon Conservation Network Announces Priority for a Healthy Central Oregon
Today, the Central Oregon Conservation Network (COCN) announced its second Priority for a Healthy Central Oregon by declaring support for the protection of the Whychus-Deschutes area.
Read MoreBend Bottle Drop Redemption Center to Open December 19
Bottle Drop will allow consumers to redeem their bottles and cans quickly and efficiently in a fully staffed, indoor facility seven days a week from 9am to 6pm. The new…
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