FREE Edible Landscape Workshop

This workshop will give you the tools for thoughtfully incorporating edible plants into your landscape – from annual veggies and herbs to perennial berries and fruit trees. We’ll discuss design tips, ways to build fertile soil, conserving water, native plants that feature edible fruit and nuts,...

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FREE Beneficial Insects Workshop

Meet the beetles, bugs, flies, lacewings and other invertebrates that provide free pest control. You will discover ways to attract and sustain these friendly beneficial insects that help your garden thrive. Pre-register at http://emswcd.org/workshops-and-events/upcoming-workshops/ or call...

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FREE Urban Weeds Workshop

Come learn about the most common garden and landscape weeds. You’ll find out how these aggressive plants take over in your yard, and get tips that will help you get the upper hand without turning to synthetic herbicides. Pre-register at http://emswcd.org/workshops-and-events/upcoming-workshops/ or...

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FREE Rain Gardens 101 Workshop

Learn how to build your own rain garden! We’ll explore the critical role rain gardens can play in urban stream restoration, and how they add beautiful landscaping to your yard at the same time. Beyond learning how to plan for and maintain a rain garden, you will also receive a comprehensive manual...

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FREE Native Plants Workshop

Explore the benefits of gardening with native plants!  You will be introduced to common native plant communities in Portland, shown examples of species that do well in similar growing conditions, and discuss successful planting tips that will help them thrive and more. Pre-register...

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Setup a Food Hub as a Community Resilience Tool

Black Hills State University (BHSU) and Spearfish community partners are seeking to create a culture that supports and values local food in order to expand the reach and depth of our regional local food economy. The Black Hills Food Hub, launched in October 2016, takes the produce from many farms,...

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Better Building & Beer

2023 = Zero Energy Ready in Oregon Solar ready, electric vehicle charging, and zero energy homes will be the norm in just five years! Earth Advantage is here to help. On Thursday, Oct. 18th we’ll be offering up cold beverages and valuable information to give you an overview on how code changes...

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Cutting Edge Sustainability ~ Hawaii and Asia Leading the Way ~

Portland may be known for its sustainability efforts, but even more is happening in Hawaii and Asia.  During 2017-2018, PCC sociology instructor Kim Smith worked with sustainability leaders in Hawaii and explored cutting edge community projects, government programs, and sustainability centers and...

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October Newsletter: EcoChallenge is here!

VIEW THE OCTOBER NEWSLETTER Are you up to the Challenge? GPSEN joins 657 teams and over 7,750 participants around the world this month for NWEI’s October EcoChallenge.  From energy, water, and health to community, nature, and simplicity, take measurable action on sustainability solutions...

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Program Manager, CE (Energy Education)

About this Position Reporting to the Director of CE, the Program Manager is a full-time hands-on position that is responsible for the day-to-day implementation of the CE program. The Program Manager assists in the development and delivery of career-connected learning opportunities and program...

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Passport to Empowerment

Join Green Empowerment for a night out, for good. Passport to Empowerment is the one time a year that professionals working in sustainable development, international development and social justice gather to dine, drink, dance and celebrate the vibrant communities that we work with around the...

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