Climate

In 2017, more than one million people worldwide gathered together in the largest event for science advocacy in history.  In 2018, we unite again to hold our elected and appointed officials responsible for enacting equitable, evidence-based policies that serve all communities and science for the common good. March for Science Central Oregon will be held Saturday, April 14, 10am at the Drake Park…

What Wolves can tell us about the World's Health: How the Yellowstone Experiment Led to the Second Warning to Humanity:  Presented by Dr. Bill Ripple, Oregon State University Free Event @ Worthy Brewing’s Hop Mahal Dr. Bill Ripple is a distinguished professor of ecology in the Department of Forest Ecosystems and Society at Oregon State…

Come taste some of the best vegan food in Central Oregon. You'll be in great company. Professionals will have a short educational panel. Beverages provided. Try to bring your own plate, utensils and beverage cup, although we'll have extras. Gluten free options will be available. This event is cosponsored by 350 Deschutes and VegNet. Suggested…

Fleeing from Wildfire Smoke? Most people can go indoors. But some don’t have it that easy. Professor Mick McCann will provide a FREE presentation on how water and food shortages, rising temperatures and other climate impacts will cause migrations that may affect all of us, even our national security. 6:00 to 7:00 PM - Planning Local…

This annual fundraiser for 350Deschutes is essential to supporting their work in Central Oregon. Come celebrate their success, have fun, and learn new ideas! There will be live music by Joyroot, food and drinks, raffle and silent auction.  

The Climate Action Steering Committee (CASC) is working on a Community Climate Action Plan to implement the policy direction established by Council resolution in 2016. The Community Climate Action Plan goals are to establish a roadmap for the community to achieve fossil fuel use reductions of 40% by 2030 and 70% by 2050. Development of the Community Climate Action Plan calls for…

The Climate Action Steering Committee (CASC) is working on a Community Climate Action Plan to implement the policy direction established by Council resolution in 2016. The Community Climate Action Plan goals are to establish a roadmap for the community to achieve fossil fuel use reductions of 40% by 2030 and 70% by 2050. Development of the Community Climate Action Plan calls for…

Calling all educators, scientists and communications staff—join OMSI and High Desert Museum staff to learn evidence-based strategies for writing and talking about climate change in a productive and hopeful way. In this free one-day introduction to the National Network for Ocean and Climate Change Interpretation (NNOCCI) you’ll learn the basics for framing productive conversations, practicing…

The Climate Action Steering Committee (CASC) is working on a Community Climate Action Plan to implement the policy direction established by Council resolution in 2016. The Community Climate Action Plan goals are to establish a roadmap for the community to achieve fossil fuel use reductions of 40% by 2030 and 70% by 2050. Development of the Community Climate Action…

The "smoking guns" that prove fossil fuels are warming the Earth. Doors open @6:30 lecture / @7pm. Free event in the Worthy Hop Mahal. Seating is limited, come early! Humans burning fossil fuels are responsible for 100% of the excess heat building up in our oceans and atmosphere, but half the people you know are…