Electric vehicles are happening. They’re not just the future of driving—they are already hitting the road in record numbers all over the world. Oregon has an opportunity to be behind the wheel, helping to drive this transformation. Our state ranks fifth in the nation, per capita, for the number of plug-in vehicles with more than 16,000 registered EVs. But we aspire to go even further.

Bend is developing a community climate action plan to reduce local greenhouse gas emissions that contribute to climate change. That means taking a hard look at new sources of energy, since the majority of the energy we use today is generated by burning fossil fuels. Join us for a thought-provoking discussion about two options that our community could use to rapidly transition to a low-carbon, 100% renewable energy future.

Please RSVP in advance - space is limited. Join the Environmental Center and Earth Advantage for our February Power Hour! Building a home that produces as much energy as it needs is no longer a dream or distant goal. We often see hyper-efficiency in custom luxury homes, but there are builders today (in our own community) that can…

As the cannabis industry grows, so does its carbon footprint. Indoor grow operations require a large amount of energy and have historically used inefficient technology for lighting, ventilation, and dehumidification. Join us as we learn about a local business who is shining a light on the opportunities that exist for the cannabis industry to shift to more sustainable practices.

Meet the newest appliance in your home: the smart meter. Learn how to demystify your energy and water bills. Please register in advance.

August Power Hour: A networking event with a panel of experts to ignite new conversations around energy efficiency. More info to be announced - stay tuned!  Free event, please RSVP in advance.

This Power Hour will highlight why ADUs are a key answer to energy efficient living and how to get your own project started. Thanks to our host, GreenSavers (the event will be The Environmental Center but is hosted by GreenSavers).

The solar market is a dynamic force in 2020 with lots of new opportunities for more of our community to reap the benefits of solar power. Come see what’s on the horizon for 2020 and make sure you aren’t missing out on the chance to make the switch to clean energy this year!

Whether you're looking for your first-time home purchase or your fifth, and whether the house is 3 years old or 50, we’ll help you determine what to expect from your potential utility bills, energy hogs to keep an eye out for.

Zero energy homes might just be the missing link to creating more affordable housing for our entire community. Join us to hear the whole story from Jacob Clark, Director of Construction with Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity, and Amy Warren, Executive Director, Kor Community Land Trust. They will show us how their homeownership programs are changing lives and why zero energy is a crucial piece of their missions.