General Topics and Announcements
DIY: Composting – Reporter tries to get some black gold using worms
It’s often called black gold, and it’s easy to make. Well, relatively easy. It’s something I’ve always wanted to do since moving to Central Oregon 10 years ago, and it’s…
Read MoreBend’s First Bike Share Station Open May 24th
Commute Options will host an Opening Ceremony for Bend’s first Bike Share Station on Friday, May 24th at 12:00pm.
Read MoreCommute Options Week Becomes Drive Less Challenge, Moves to October
After two decades, Commute Options Week, formerly a week-long event in June, will become the Drive Less Challenge. The Drive Less Challenge will be part of a statewide event taking…
Read MoreRecycle Your Scrap Metal Into Help for Struggling Families
In May all scrap metal proceeds generated by the Bend ReStore will fund the Family Access Network voucher program providing struggling local families with basic home furnishings and appliances. Call…
Read MoreApplications for the 2012 Sustainability Awards are now being accepted
The Environmental Center is now accepting applications for the 2012 Sustainability Awards. Applications will be accepted through August 31st. Awards will be given to a citizen, small business, large business,…
Read MoreJennifer Letz Shares Fire Camp Waste Reduction Strategy with Sustainable Business Group
Jennifer Letz, the Sustainable Operations Specialist for the Deschutes and Ochoco National Forests in Central Oregon, will be speaking about managing waste at a fire camp (and its parallels to…
Read MoreTickets now available for the 2012 Sustainability Awards
A limited number of tickets are now available for the 2012 Sustainability Awards on October 18th. Early registration is encouraged as space is limited and this event will sell out.…
Read MoreRethink Waste “The Art of Recycling” Youth Art on Display
BEND, OREGON – The Rethink Waste Project kicks off this weekend with the opening of The Art of Recycling youth art project at the Bend Fall Festival. The Art of…
Read MoreAt least 71,000 Watts to Be Generated Through Go Solar! Central Oregon Program
BEND, OREGON – Go Solar! Central Oregon has already helped 17 Central Oregon households make the smart choice for their family, the environment, and the local economy by installing solar electric…
Read MoreRethink Waste Project Asks the Community to Recycle Right, For a Cause
The Environmental Center is excited to announce our latest efforts to raise awareness regarding resource use in Deschutes County, through the Rethink Waste Project. The Rethink Waste Project engages…
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