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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…
Bend to Compete in National Energy Prize Competition
Last week The Environmental Center signaled its intent to compete for the Georgetown University Energy Prize. The…
Lindsey 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…
KPOV’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…
Repair Spotlight: Josh Sims of Gear Fix
Stepping into Gear Fix, formally known as Repeat Performance Sports, one might be fooled into thinking…
Gearing up for the Repair Cafe: Alison Murphy of Utilitu
Sitting amongst towers of fabric Alison Murphy, owner of Utilitu commands a kind of seamstress royal prowess….
6 Reasons I Still Have a Flip Phone
Yes, I really do still have a flip phone. And yes I’m eligible for a smartphone…
Oregon 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…
We’re Hiring!
We are looking for a highly motivated individual that is passionate about community sustainability to become our Membership…
Friends mourn passing of Tim Lillebo, forest advocate
If the spotted owl became a symbol of intractable conflict over the fate of the forests of…
Why Own When You Can Share?
The American Dream is changing – finally. People all across the nation are realizing we don’t…
Bend 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…