The Environmental Center

Farm to Table
2015-08-27 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join us for a FARM TO TABLE DINNER fundraiser at Broken Top Bottle Shop!
5 courses paired with spirits from Oregon Spirit Distillers!
~greens & vodka~
~pork & rum~
~fowl & gin~
~beef & whiskey~
~sweets & absinthe~
featuring food & spirit from HDFFA Members & Farmers:
Savory Spice Shop Bend, The Next Season Farm, Rainshadow Organics,Juniper Jungle Permaculture Farm, Gunpowder Roasting Ranch, and Dancing Cow Farm!
We are proud to annouce that the dinner will be created by Guest Chef Ingrid Rohrer. You may know her as the former Executive Chef at 10 Below at the Oxford Hotel or maybe you took one of her culinary tours with the Well Traveled Fork. She has been living in Oregon for several years, but hails from California. She was formerly an Executive Chef for Bon Appetit, and prior to that was the Chef de Cuisine at the Organic Kitchen of the well-known Earthbound Farm and Executive Chef of the Daily Planet. She is a graduate of the California Culinary Academy, now Le Cordon Bleu, in San Francisco. Chef Ingrid describes her food as high-end comfort food with an ethnic twist and is thrilled to bring her years of experience cooking farm-to-table to BTBS and HDFFA for this exciting event!

Waldo Lake Campout
2015-08-28 - 2015-08-30 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Spend a few days exploring Waldo Lake. One of the most beautiful places in Oregon, Waldo Lake is motor-free and remains beautiful because of it. From our group camp we will take day hikes to explore the surrounding the area, and provide information about the geology and natural systems that keep this lake pristine. Kayaks and canoes are welcome!
Watch for details on the Juniper Group web site: http://bit.ly/junipergroup

10th Annual Hollinshead Community Garden Open House
2015-08-29 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Plan to join us Saturday, August 29th from 10 am -2 pm at the 10th annual Hollinshead Community Garden Open House.
There will be free classes taught by OSU certified Master Gardeners starting at 10:15. Tomato tasting, artists in the garden and other fun activities will be offered. If you’ve wanted to tour the 90 plot community garden, hear from the gardeners about their successes, and see the demonstration beds, now is your chance.
The Hollinshead Homestead House and Barn will also be open for tours.
Hollinshead Community Garden is located in Hollinshead Park, 1235 NE Jones Road, Bend

Meet the Makers
2015-08-29 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join 20+ local vendors to celebrate and taste Central Oregon products. There will be fun kids activities, grilling, and music that transform the parking lot into a street fair. If you’re as excited as we are to celebrate, we would love to see you there!

Building a Better Nest
2015-09-02 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
For 15 years, Evelyn Hess and her husband lived in a tent a trailer, without electricity or running water, on 20 acres of wild land in the foothills of the Oregon Coast Range. When they decided to build a “real” house at long last, they knew it would have to respect the lessons of simple living that they learned while living their camping life. “We also knew we could not do it alone,” says Hess. Her book,” Building a Better Nest,” chronicles the experience of seeking a model for sustainable living as they constructed a tiny house of their own. In this talk, Hess will discuss sustainable living, living off the grid and her own adventures in “building a better nest.”

Backyard Farm Tour
2015-09-12 08:00 - 2015-09-13 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | OR
The 6th rendition of the BackyardFarmTour will take place the weekend following Labor day, Sept. 12-13. Still to be determined is if it will be 1 or 2 days. As always we will seek out some new places and revisit some of our old favorites. The BYFT is largely self selecting, so let me know if you are interested in participating this year. I also appreciate any other other ideas or input you may have. Of course the key part of putting the BYFT together is finding the farms and gardens to be on it. I appreciate any and all leads. Even if it is just a place you drove by that looks good.
Volunteers on the organizational side are sought, too.
We are having another fabulous year for gardening in Central Oregon, so how could we not have another fabulous BackyardFarmTour?
Follow BYFT developments on at http://backyardfarmtour.com where you can get our RSS feed, subscribe to our email list or at our Facebook page, http://facebook.com/Backyardfarmtour.

C.R.O.P. Farm Tours: Smudgie Goose Farm
2015-09-12 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
The Crooked River Open Pastures (C.R.O.P) Events are ways for you and your family or friends to experience the farm and ranch life in Central Oregon. The High Desert Food & Farm Alliance along with a dedicated group of farmers and community members in Crook County are offering these FREE farm tours and rotating Farmer’s Market throughout the summer. Each farm host will have vendors from 10am-2pm on the listed dates and offering free tours and other family friendly activities.
Saturday’s 10am-2pm
Join for the Fall Fantastical Harvest Gala!
Smudgie Goose Farm – See Address

Deadline: Oregon Wild Outdoor Photo Contest
2015-09-14 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
For over a decade, the Oregon Wild Outdoor Photo Contest has been a platform for stunning portraits of the state we call home. Amateur and professional photographers alike have submitted incredible images of mountainscapes, rivers, and elusive creatures that embody our ideal Oregon. In 2015, we’re expanding the contest aesthetic to include Oregon’s dark side – giving a face to the issues we must address to keep our state pristine and wild. Nature photographers are conservation photographers, so we’re calling on you and your superior eye to capture it all. Send us the scenic and the tragic; the light and the dark – the full Oregon spectrum.
Enter your photos in the 11th annual Outdoor Photo Contest’s four main categories:

Wildlands
Wildlife
Waters
Endangered Places (this year subtitled Oregon: high-contrast, featuring the state and private logging practices that currently harm and continue to threaten our landscape.)

An entry fee of just $5 enables you to submit up to five total photos to any of the four main categories, and enters you into the chance to win exciting prizes from our outstanding sponsors, including:

$250 gift certificate to Pro Photo Supply
More prizes to come…

For all submissions:
Before you send in your images, please review the contest Rules and Submission Guidelines for complete details, including an explanation of the categories. All submissions must be accompanied by a completed entry form.
Finalists are announced after an initial round of judging in September. Oregon Wild supporters will vote online for the grand prize winners in each category. We will announce the winners at our annual benefit, Call of the Wild, to be held in Portland on the night of October 16, 2015.
Please note: The Oregon Wild staff work tirelessly to protect the wildlands, wildlife, and waters that are the focus of this contest. We are unable to take phone calls regarding this contest and urge you to utilize the maps, detailed submission guidelines, and additional resources provided on our website to the best of your ability. Thank you for understanding, and best of luck!

Volcanoes and Hydrology, Water in Central Oregon
2015-09-16 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
VOLCANOES AND HYDROLOGY, WATER IN CENTRAL OREGON

Open to the Public
Contact: Gretchen Valido, 541-389-0785
What do volcanoes have to do with your water supply? The volcanic landscapes of Central Oregon have shaped the hydrology of this area in surprising ways, giving us one of the most unique groundwater systems in the western U.S. Spring-fed rivers and streams in Central Oregon are directly connected to groundwater systems, which provide steady flows and cool water temperatures year-round. How have volcanoes created this special connection between groundwater and surface water? And what does this connection tell us about water use in Central Oregon and the impacts of withdrawing groundwater for development? Presented by Daniele McKay, Ph.D., Vulcanologist and Adjunct Instructor at OSU Cascades.

Urban Growth Boundary Scenarios at Pints and Politics
2015-09-17 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Special guests: Brian Rankin and Mike Riley present the proposed UGB boundary scenarios.
In late September and early October the City of Bend will launch a public survey and hold three public meetings related to the Urban Growth Boundary Remand. City of Bend Principal Planner Brian Rankin and Mike Riley from the UGB Boundary and Growth Scenarios Technical Advisory Committee will discuss the proposed locations for redevelopment as Bend grows. Join us to learn about the process, ask questions and find out how you can offer feedback on the proposed scenarios.
Join OLCV and fellow community members who care about protecting Oregon’s natural legacy for Pints and Politics on the third Thursday of the month.

Days of Caring
2015-09-18 - 2015-09-19 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Volunteer Connect and United Way of Deschutes County are teaming up to organize and present the 2015 Days of Caring on Sept. 18 & 19, an event that brings together volunteers from local businesses to provide project-focused volunteer service to non-profit and public organizations.
Help nonprofits across Central Oregon this year by signing up your business team for one of nearly 30 volunteer projects. Whether you paint, plant, clean, or rake leaves, this is your chance to lend a hand, get connected, and Live United! Sign up online at volunteerconnectnow.org or call 541-385-8977.
Hosted by Volunteer Connect and United Way

2015 Free Appliance Recycling Event
2015-09-19 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
The annual appliance recycling event will be held Saturday, September 19 from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at Knott Landfill Recycling & Transfer Facility, 61050 SE 27th St. in Bend. Residents are encouraged to recycle their own used appliances and appliances that have been dumped on or around their property.
Only the items listed below will be accepted at the appliance event:

Stoves
Ovens
Washers
Air conditioners
Dishwashers
Dryers
Refrigerators*
Trash Compactors*
Freezers*
Water heaters
Furnaces
Heat Pumps

* These items will not be accepted if they contain food or food residue

KPOV's Fall DJ Class
2015-09-19 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Are you interested in learning more about radio? Thinking about hosting a show on KPOV? Love music? Want to get involved in your community?
KPOV’s Fall DJ class, coming up on September 19, is your answer! You’ll learn non-profit radio dos and don’ts on the 19th at COCC, and then get hands-on studio sessions at KPOV.
Check out all the details about the adult and teen classes at kpov.org.
Click here to register online now. Or you may sign up by phone by calling COCC at 541-383-7270.
We offer this 3-session class twice a year through COCC community education. All students attend a common informational class Saturday, September 19 from 9am-12noon at COCC, followed by two hands-on studio sessions at KPOV.
The informational class will be Saturday, September 19, 9:00 am-12 noon at COCC Boyle Education Center, room 152.
The studio sessions, here at the KPOV station, are as follows:
Studio Session 1: Sat/Sun, September 19 & 20, 6-9pm
Studio Session 2: Mon/Tues, September 21 & 22, 6-9pm
Teen Session: As scheduled on an individual basis

Green Lakes Hike, Three Sisters Wilderness
2015-09-19 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Difficulty: Moderate
Distance: 8.4 miles round trip
Elevation Gain: 1,100 feet
Leader: Pam Hardy
Location: Three Sisters Wilderness (carpools depart from Bend)
A classic Central Cascades hike in the Three Sisters Wilderness, this trail passes waterfalls, wildflowers, and large old trees en route to a set of gorgeous alpine lakes. We’ll have lunch at the lakes, possibly take a swim if it’s warm, and head back down.
RSVP here!
**Due to the popularity of our hikes we urge you to only sign up if you are sure you will be attending. If you do not have access to e-mail please contact Pam Hardy with any questions: (541) 382-2616 or ph@oregonwild.org. If signing up more than one person, please use the guest feature on the next page. Minors must be accompanied by adults. Hike leaders will provide more details as the hike date approaches.
Help Oregon Wild continue to provide high-quality, guided hikes into Oregon’s spectacular wildlands by making a small donation with your hike sign-up. Your support helps offset the costs of our hikes program, and ensures we can all continue to explore and enjoy Oregon’s natural heritage. Suggested donation of $5 (Oregon Wild members) and $10 (non members). If you are unsure if your Oregon Wild membership is current, please call 503.283.6343 x 200. To join, please click here.

C.R.O.P. Farm Tours: Brasada Ranch
2015-09-19 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
The Crooked River Open Pastures (C.R.O.P) Events are ways for you and your family or friends to experience the farm and ranch life in Central Oregon. The High Desert Food & Farm Alliance along with a dedicated group of farmers and community members in Crook County are offering these FREE farm tours and rotating Farmer’s Market throughout the summer. Each farm host will have vendors from 10am-2pm on the listed dates and offering free tours and other family friendly activities.
Saturday’s 10am-2pm
Haven’t been to Brasada before? Now’s your chance to see this award winning resort.
Brasada Ranch – See Address

Class - End of the Season Gardening Issues
2015-09-19 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Information from OSU Master Gardeners™ about composting, seed saving, dividing plants, mulching, pruning and care of bulbs.

Birders' Night
2015-09-19 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Scheduled 9 times a year, 3rd Thursdays of month. Social gathering time is from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Programs begin at 7:00 p.m. and usually last until 8:30 p.m.
March 19:
“Bird Friendly Native Landscaping.” Birders Karen Theodore and Rick Martinson of WinterCreek Restoration will share identify native plants, and share tips about landscaping, designed to transform any yard into a bird friendly sanctuary.
April 16:
“Birding Every Corner of Alaska” Crooked River Ranch locals John and Marilynne Keyser recount their Alaska birding trip with stories and photographs from St. Paul Island (a part of the Pribilofs,) Nome, Barrow, the Kenai Fjords National Park and Denali National Park. Highlights of the trip were seeing thirteen alcid species and all four eiders. Close encounters with a northern hawk owl, a “flaming” ruff and a huge polar bear were magical moments!
May 21:
“Oregon 2020: A Benchmark Survey of Our Birds”
Douglas Robinson, Mace Professor of Watchable Wildlife at OSU and Director of the Oregon 2020 birds project, will discuss this collaboration of professionals and citizen scientists who are dedicated to compiling a high quality, state-wide measurement of the abundance and distribution of Oregon’s birds and their response to habitat change. Doug will talk about how local birders can be involved in this landmark study, which promises to leave a legacy for future generations. Website: http://oregon2020.com/
June 18:
“Where the Heck are the Falcons? Phylogenies and Changing Field Guides: An Evolutionary Tale.” COCC Biology Professor Jim Moodie will entertain us with some up to date science about bird phylogenies (read: relationship trees) and how they have changed (e.g. Falcons are now grouped with Parrots!) and why they have changed (e.g. DNA and genome comparisons.)
October 15
“Nerdfest III” A hands-on program for Birders’ Night participants to share and experience an array of the latest birding technology and media opportunities including websites, software and apps such as eBird, COBOL, I Bird Pro, and ABA. A sequel to Nerdfest I and Nerdfest II this interactive program will further explore how birders are using technology to enhance the enjoyment of birding.
November 19
“eBird” Tom Crabtree provides hands on instruction on how to use eBird, Cornell University’s Laboratory of Ornithology’s online data base program which has revolutionized the way that birders maintain and access information about birds, track bird sightings and contribute to science and conservation. Tom will walk you through setting up an account, entering sightings and using the data in eBird to enhance your birding experiences.

Stars Over Newberry
2015-09-19 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
On Friday, August 11th, 2017, Discover Your Forest will play host to hundreds of guests at our 3rd Annual Stars Over Newberry fundraiser. The event will take place atop Lava Butte in the Newberry National Volcanic Monument and will feature stargazing, live music, a silent auction, fabulous local beer, wine and cuisine. This year, festivities will span from 7:30 – 11:00 PM, giving visitors an unparalleled vista of the night sky and a chance to glimpse the early hours of the Perseid Meteor Shower.
Stars Over Newberry is the largest annual fundraising event for Discover Your Forest which supports stewardship, conservation education and volunteer programs in Central Oregon’s National Forests.

Pledge to Lighten Up - New LED Deal! (while supplies last)
2015-09-21 - 2015-10-31 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Pledge to lighten up by swapping your light bulbs for super efficient LED bulbs. During Bend Energy Challenge Week, you can buy one LED bulb, and get one free at the Bend Area Habitat for Humanity ReStore. Buy a 4-pack of bulbs for $12.99 and get 4 more bulbs free!
This promotion will run until October 31st or while supplies last – don’t miss this great deal!

Dramatic Savings are Around the Corner
2015-09-21 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Save dramatically on your home’s energy consumption while increasing the comfort, safety, durability and value of your most important investment, your home. You will be invited to shadow the crew as they move through your home performing a series of inspections and tests.
Guest Presenter:
Neil Kelley Home Performance Professionals

Camp Fire Open House
2015-09-22 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Drop in anytime on Thursday, September 29th between 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm at The Environmental Center in downtown Bend for Camp Fire’s Fall Open House! We’ll be playing simple games, eating yummy snacks, and discussing the many opportunities your kids will have to explore service learning projects, learn new things, meet new friends, set goals, and have a ton of fun this school year.
Some of the topics we will cover include:

After School Clubs

What are they?
How much do they cost? Is financial aid available?
How to become a Leader / what being a leader looks like for your schedule

No-School Day Camps

Learn about the fun themes this year
Learn about teen Leadership opportunities at No-School Day Camps

Teens In Action

What is it?
How can you get involved
What exactly is service-learning and how does it apply to my life?

Teen Leadership Opportunities

How do these look on a resume or college application?

Growth Mindset & Camp Fire Culture

What does Camp Fire stand for?
How does Camp Fire help young people to thrive?

Volunteer Information

How much of a time commitment is it to volunteer?
What do volunteer tasks look like?
How old do you have to be to volunteer?

And More!

So come on down and talk with us, or just come say “hi” if you’re already a seasoned Camp Fire family! We would love to see you all there!

Bend Energy Challenge Week Kick-Off
2015-09-22 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
In this exciting event, you will learn what the Bend Energy Challenge is and why it’s important for our community.
Guest Presenters:

Eric Corey Freed, VP Global Communications, The International Living Future Institute
Local Youth

Bend Energy Challenge Week
2015-09-22 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
This year the Green Tour will be organized by The Environmental Center as part The Bend Energy Challenge Week—a week of energy education and inspiration for the whole family and building community. The Green Tour is a natural fit to inform and educate Central Oregon homeowners on ways that they can use less energy and expose the building and real estate industry to the latest trends in green building.
As always, the tour is a free, public event. This year we are adding education for homeowners and professionals alike leading up to the Tour.
Tuesday, September 22nd

Kick off event!
@ the Bend Area Habitat for Humanity ReStore
6:00 – 8:00pm
Beer, food carts, booths full of energy gurus to help you start saving energy
Keynote featuring Eric Corey Freed, VP of Global Communications @ the International Living Futures Institute.

Monday – Saturday, September 21st – 26th

Workshops for multiple tracks: residential and professional development presented by various speakers and organizations

Saturday, September 26th, 2015

15th Annual Green Tour
10:00am-5:00pm
Energy passport—participants will be entered to win prizes for visiting sites
Hands-on energy activities for kids
Get a full listing of the sites, features, and addresses on the Green Tour page

September Green Drinks
2015-09-22 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
**PLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT IS ON TUESDAY FROM 6-8PM, NOT THE USUAL THURSDAY EVENING!**
This month, we’re combining Green Drinks with the kickoff of Bend Energy Challenge Week! Come check out the BEC Week Kickoff event at the new Habitat ReStore, featuring beer from Deschutes Brewery and food from Dump City Dumplings & Bend Soup Company. Come peruse information at various sponsor booths and check out all ReStore has to offer. Enjoy a humorous keynote address by Eric Corey Freed, the acclaimed speaker, architect and author of “Green Building & Remodeling for Dummies,” and hear what an illustrious group of local students are doing to ensure the future livability of Bend.
Aimed at both homeowners and professionals, in Eric’s talk: “The Seven Secrets of How Nature Designs: How to Apply the Lessons of Biomimicry to Your Business,” you’ll discover how the threat of climate change is already affecting your day to day life. You’ll uncover how to become a leader by leveraging the challenges of environmental responsibility. Instead of being a depressing talk on the environment, this hilarious talk will inspire you and transform how you look at the community around you.
Local high school students Kyra Kadhim, Skylar Grayson and Ivy Taylor, from the growing chapter of Youth Climate Action Now (YouCAN) in Bend, are intent on changing minds, hearts and city policies focused on two things: One, increasing City, community and student awareness about the seriousness of global climate change. Two, engaging both community members and local government in the development of lasting legal protection for the environment and quality of life in Central Oregon in the form of science-based carbon emission reduction targets and climate recovery planning. Listen to our kids and walk away inspired!

Green Drinks is an international concept and is an enjoyable way to network, learn about local businesses and their sustainability efforts, and have an eco-conscious drink or two! Bring your own cup and consider carpooling, walking, biking or transit to get to the event!

Durable Buildings: Building for Today, Adapting for Tomorrow
2015-09-23 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
For today’s buildings to play a role in tomorrow’s communities, they need to be built to last and adaptable, rather than simply demolished. In 2004, the Canada Green Building Council added the Durable Building credit to the LEED program in recognition of problems associated with building performance, sustainability and durability. The objective of this presentation is to explain the credit and demonstrate how to achieve it as an Innovation in Design credit on buildings in the U.S. The presentation will outline, via examples, a sample Durability Plan and tables, the logical steps to develop and confidently achieve this credit as well as focus on both expediting construction and minimizing risk of increasingly complex envelope systems.
Guest Presenters:
Steve Vinci, Principal, Senior Sustainability and Building Science Specialist, Morison Hershfield

Marketing Efficiency (Lunch included. RSVP required, see below*)
2015-09-23 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Home buyers are increasingly interested in green features. Certified green homes sell faster at higher prices. This one-hour seminar will help you communicate with clients about the value and benefits energy efficient and green certified homes. Learn about green home features and how to sell them.
Guest Presenters:
Bruce Sullivan, BASE Zero
To RSVP, please view the following address in your browser:
http://bit.ly/1O1JzO7

Solar Works! What Local Governments and Utilities Need to Know
2015-09-23 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Learn how you can use solar energy to recharge the local economy, with presentations from solar installers, local governments, the State building codes division, and utilities. A Q&A Session will follow, with plenty of time to get your questions answered.
Guest Presenters:
The Oregon Department of Energy The Energy Trust of Oregon Sunlight Solar

Solar Speed Dating - Getting to Know the Basics of Solar
2015-09-23 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Pick and choose which solar stations to stop by. Learn how solar works, what incentives are available, investigate if your home is a good fit for solar, and check out the latest solar panels. The kids will have their own stations to eat cookies baked by the sun and race solar cars!
This event will last for two hours, but you are welcome to come and go as you please.
Guest Presenters:

The Bend Energy Challenge
Energy Trust of Oregon Oregon
Department of Energy
E2 Solar
Neil Kelly Solar
Sunlight Solar

Getting to Know Your Home's EPS
2015-09-23 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
This one hour presentation provides a basic understanding of what energy efficiency and high performance means in today’s building industry by examining the leading energy label, EPS (Energy Performance Score), and other Energy Trust of Oregon resources that are available to builders, brokers, and consumers in the region.

Learning Objectives:

Introduction to Energy Trust of Oregon
Explanation of EPS label and how it provides savings, comfort, health and durability benefits for consumers
Understand how you can use EPS to help drive sales for both new and existing homes
Learn how to leverage Energy Trust marketing resources for you and your customers
Benefits and requirements of becoming a Trade Ally with Energy Trust

Guest Presenter:
Matt Douglas, Earth Advantage

Building Techniques for Zero-Energy Homes (Lunch invluded. RSVP required, see below*)
2015-09-24 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
How can you build a home that uses no energy for heating, cooling, lights or appliances? Today it’s possible to build a zero-energy home using readily available products and proven techniques. Zero-energy homes are going up across America, with many good examples right here in Central Oregon. In this one-hour seminar, learn what takes to take your next project all the way to zero.
Guest Presenters:
Bruce Sullivan, BASE Zero
To RSVP, please view the following address in your browser:
http://bit.ly/1JW0KwC
