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SUMMARY:Canceled-Spring Repair Cafe -- Back to the Gear Fix!
DESCRIPTION:A FREE event connecting people who like to fix stuff to people with broken stuff! Bring in your:\n\n\n\n— small appliances/electronics (last time Doug fixed a toaster oven!)\n\n\n— outdoor gear (broken tent zipper\, anyone?)\n\n\n— clothes (Sam closed a hole in my favorite shirt)\n\n\n— toys! (Mike fixed a jammed toy cash register drawer and make a kiddo very happy.)\n\n\n— not sure if it can be fixed? Bring it!\n\n\n \n\n\nContact: ani@envirocenter.org with questions or if you’re interested in being a volunteer fixer!
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/spring-repair-cafe-back-to-the-gear-fix/
LOCATION:Deschutes Brewery Public House\, 1044 NW Bond St\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200414
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SUMMARY:Steens Mountain: Wilderness Haven
DESCRIPTION:This three-part series will take you on a tour of the spectacular highlights of Oregon’s high desert and connect you with timely conservation opportunities in these areas. \nLearn more about the crown jewel of Oregon’s high desert. Steens Mountain gained Wilderness protection 20 years ago\, but the story doesn’t stop there. Discover places to explore and hear about the ongoing efforts to secure permanent conservation outcomes in this rugged landscape. Join ONDA’s Outreach Coordinator Corinne Handelman for this live-streaming event from the comfort of your own home.
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/steens-mountain-wilderness-haven/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200415
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200516
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SUMMARY:Youth Climate Ecochallenge: A Drawdown Solutions Race!
DESCRIPTION:TEC would like to share an online educational opportunity – the Youth Climate Ecochallenge: A Drawdown Solutions Race. The challenge is presented by PAE and Ecochallenge.org and sponsored by the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality. The challenge focuses on top solutions to reverse climate change. It features online learning and research\, civic engagement\, and community building for youth and their community. The challenge runs April 15th – May 15th. \nThe actions in the challenge connect to solutions highlighted in Drawdown\, a project that maps\, measures\, models\, and describes solutions to global warming that already exist. Participants track and share their progress in the Ecochallenge platform\, earn points for taking action\, and see the real-time impact of their actions. The combination of collective action\, community-building\, and friendly competition makes change a little easier — and a lot more fun.
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/youth-climate-ecochallenge-a-drawdown-solutions-race-2020-04-15/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200415
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200416
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SUMMARY:VIRTUAL Power Hour: How to save energy in your new home
DESCRIPTION:We will be live streaming this presentation with the opportunity to ask questions and engage during the event. Please RSVP in advance\, and we’ll email out the link about 2 days beforehand. \nWhether you’re looking for your first-time home 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\, and how to make a prioritized list for energy-saving improvements (even in the mix of all the other upgrades you’re trying to squeeze in). We’ll touch on how to plan for adding an electric car and/or solar\, and other tools to help streamline the home buying process as an energy-savvy consumer. \nSchedule: \n4:55: Virtual Power Hour opens \n5:00 – 6:15pm: Panel Discussion\, Q&A \nSpeakers: \n\nRick Sams\, Broker\, NAR Green Designee\, ABR\, Earth Advantage Broker\, Team Sams\nJason Bradley\, Broker\, Plug-in Bend\nJohn Schwencke\, Chief Inspector\, Portlight Home Inspection\n\nAdditional Panelists \n\nLaurel Hamilton\, NABCEP Certified PV Technical Sales Solar Professional\, Elemental Energy\n\nThank you to our Presenting Sponsor
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/virtual-power-hour-how-to-save-energy-in-your-new-home/
LOCATION:Deschutes Brewery Public House\, 1044 NW Bond St\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate|Energy|Power Hours
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200416
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200417
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SUMMARY:Multi-Sport Adventures on the Oregon Desert Trail
DESCRIPTION:The Oregon Desert Trail is not just made for hiking. Did you know there are sections that you can bike\, paddle\, horseback ride\, and even ski in the winter? Join ONDA’s Program Coordinator Renee Patrick as they dive into different options for “quiet recreation” on the public lands throughout Oregon’s high desert.
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/multi-sport-adventures-on-the-oregon-desert-trail/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200416
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SUMMARY:Bend COTA Work Events
DESCRIPTION:When:  Thursday Aug 11\, Tuesday Aug 16\, Tuesday Aug 23 and Tuesday Aug 30\, 5:15 to Dusk \nWhere:  Meet at the old Ray’s parking lot\, NE corner of Simpson Ave and Century Drive in Bend \nWorksite:  Varies \nThere’s only one thing better than mountain biking in Bend\, OR and that’s riding in Bend\, knowing that you helped build and maintain the trails you love. \nPlease bring a hydration pack with water and a snack. \nBe sure to bring appropriate layers to accommodate whatever the weather may be. \nQuestions?  contact@cotamtb.com \nAll COTA trail work events require the following safety measures: \nAll participants are required to have the following protective clothing and equipment: \n\nSturdy shoes or boots\nGloves\nEye protection with clear or light colored lens\nLong pants\n\nDue to COTA’s insurance requirements and the inherent dangers of trail work\, we must implement the following policy regarding children at work events: \n\nFor anyone 14 years of age or younger\, we require one parent\, guardian\, or responsible adult for supervision of every four kids attending any COTA trail work events.\nAll minors under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian available to sign our waiver.\n\nAnyone who arrives for a work event may be turned away if he/she cannot meet the above requirements.
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/bend-cota-work-events-2016-08-11/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200416
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SUMMARY:Pints & Politics Special Online Event
DESCRIPTION:Let’s Get Fired Up for the May Primary Election! \nJoin Oregon League of Conservation Voters\, and candidates and community members who care about protecting Oregon’s natural legacy\, for Pints and Politics. Learn about OLCV’s candidate and ballot measure endorsements and find out how you can help make this primary election a success for the environment and Oregon’s people! \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/163864868136262/
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/pints-politics-13/
LOCATION:Deschutes Brewery Public House\, 1044 NW Bond St\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate
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SUMMARY:Growing Vegetables in Central Oregon - Free live webinar!
DESCRIPTION:The Central Oregon home garden and landscape program is responsible for providing education to the residents and commercial green industry of Crook\, Deschutes\, and Jefferson Counties. They provide this education through seminars\, workshops\, publications and several other ways. \n  \nPlease click the link below to join the webinar: \nhttps://oregonstate.zoom.us/j/94769195339?pwd=U1VVRjF3amlES2Y1b3B6aFBLME9hQT09 \nOr iPhone one-tap : \nUS: +19712471195\,\,94769195339#  or +13017158592\,\,94769195339# \nOr Telephone: \nDial(for higher quality\, dial a number based on your current location): \nUS: +1 971 247 1195  or +1 301 715 8592  or +1 253 215 8782 \nWebinar ID: 947 6919 5339 \nPassword: 864960 \nhttps://www.facebook.com/CentralOregonHorticulture/ \nhttps://extension.oregonstate.edu/deschutes/home-garden-landscape-0
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/growing-vegetables-in-central-oregon-free-live-webinar/
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SUMMARY:POSTPONED-How to Cost Effectively Build Zero Energy Home
DESCRIPTION:Join EEBA (Energy & Environmental Building Alliance) and Earth Advantage for this 1-day training and learn how to eliminate common barriers to Zero Energy (ZE) home construction\, benefit from the rapid trend towards ZE\, and earn a ‘Zero Energy Builder’ designation.\nZero Energy (ZE) homes are a big part of the future of home building business. While the materials and equipment to reach zero energy are available\, designers and builders must create a bundle of energy-efficiency features that matches their climate\, customers\, and business constraints. \nThis 7-hour class lays out numerous elements of zero energy design and construction\, so that building professionals can formulate a package appropriate for their situation. There is no one-size-fits-all solution. Participants in this class will learn design principles\, equipment options\, emerging technologies\, material selections\, and construction practices that can be integrated into their building process. Strong emphasis is placed on ways to make the final product affordable for homebuyers. Sales and marketing ideas\, as well as localized resources\, builder spotlights\, programs and next steps will also be presented. \n‘Zero Energy Builder’ Designation \nParticipants will have the opportunity to earn EEBA’s ‘Zero Energy Builder’ designation and be listed on EEBA & EA registries of accredited professionals. To earn the designation\, attendees must pass a designation exam and have completed and passed one of the following prerequisite trainings (or sets of trainings): EA’s Sustainable Homes Professional (SHP); EA’s Sustainable Building Essentials; EEBA’s HERS Associate & Taking the Performance Path + Houses That Work + High Performance Mechanicals. \n12 Steps to Affordable Zero Energy Design & Construction \nIt’s generally accepted that improvements to the thermal envelope are fundamental. These include high levels of insulation\, reduction of thermal bridges and advanced air sealing. However\, significant efficiency improvements in heating and cooling equipment and the rapid drop in the cost of rooftop solar electric systems offer new options for cost-effective efficiency packages. There have never been so many ZE options to choose from. This course gives building professionals the knowledge to build ZE homes that are affordable\, durable\, safe\, healthy\, energy efficient\, and comfortable to live in. \nThe training material is organized into 12 easy steps: \n\nStart with Smart Design\nOrient for Sun Tempering\nOptimize with Energy Modeling\nSuper-seal the Envelope\nSuper-insulate the Envelope\nSelect Optimum Window Efficiency\nEnsure Clean\, Fresh Air\nSpecify High-performance Heating and Cooling\nHeat Water Wisely\nSelect High-Efficiency Lighting\nChoose Efficient Appliances\nUse Renewable Energy\n\nEach step describes the most recent developments with a strong emphasis on affordability. Other topics include: housing market drivers\, ways to assess and communicate economic benefits\, available incentives\, along with marketing and sales concepts for ZE homes. \n\nAttendees will: \n\nIdentify factors that are driving the U.S. housing market toward ZE\nName barriers to the widespread adoption of ZE homes\nDescribe three ways to present the financial benefits of ZE homes\nList six affordable ZE features that you can incorporate into your practice\nBe invited to bring house specs and evaluate possible advancements along the 12 steps to ZE\nCreate a marketing and sales messages that your company can use to promote ZE homes\nLearn about available Energy Trust EPS incentives through their just released Net Zero and Energy Smart Home offerings\n\n\nCredits: 7 CEs for AIA\, NAHB\, NARI\, NATE\, CCB and OREA; 0.7 for ICC; 5 for RESNET\, 3.5 for BPI \nCost: $49 (Regularly $175) \nAudience: Building industry professionals (builders\, raters\, architects\, HVAC\, subcontractors\, utility representatives & code officials) \nInstructor: Bruce Sullivan of BASE zero\, LLC \nQuestions? Contact hkendall@earthadvantage.org or 503-968-7160 x20. \nThis training made possible thanks to EEBA\, Energy Trust of Oregon\, and Earth Advantage. 
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/how-to-cost-effectively-build-zero-energy-home/
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