Planting an Eco-Roof in Oregon
A 6,400 square foot eco-roof on the new administration building for the Bend Metro Park and Recreation District in Oregon has been both green and white this month. Literally.
The surprise snow storm on October 4 blanketed…
Gorgeous green Central Oregon
Here on the High Desert in Central Oregon, unemployment is at a staggering 16-18%. Oregon has the fourth highest unemployment rate in the nation. With the boom and explosive growth the area experienced in the early 2000s,…
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100% Organic at Cathy's Organic Superstore (image from faeryboots on Flickr)
Do you love organic products? Wish that they were easier to find and purchase? Now, you can go 100% organic at Cathy’s Organic Superstore. The site will save you both…
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Fall River, Oregon (c) Stephanie Hicks
One of our favorite things to do on a sunny weekend in Central Oregon is to go on an “adventure.” My husband coined the term several years ago, which is now code for exploring one…
Under a renewable energy law in Oregon, no money down for solar panels and more
One of the biggest impediments to installation of solar panels, wind turbines and even other, more minor energy efficient measures is cost. Under a new renewable…
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Wind Farms on the Horizon?
The Central Oregon area in which I live is gorgeous. Snow capped mountains to the west, sparkling blue skies about 300 days a year (yes, we are lucky), Ponderosa pine trees and plenty of wildlife. Its…
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Hot steam arises from the earth
I live in Central Oregon, an area of the United States that is rich in geothermal resources. The region is dotted with volcanoes and lava fields – evidence of the earth’s continued creation over millions…
