Teaching climate change is a necessity. As the effects of global warming become more apparent, students of all ages need to understand the causes, impacts, and solutions to this pressing issue. Climate change is both an environmental topic and a global challenge that affects economies, societies, and future generations. Incorporating climate change education into the classroom can help foster awareness and inspire students to take action. The need for effective climate change action has never been more urgent. Students educated on the science, policy, and solutions surrounding climate change are better equipped to make informed decisions and contribute to positive change. With the right teaching strategies, educators can engage students…
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Why Is the Right to Repair Important?
The right to repair is an act of defiance of market captivity. Original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) have made almost every device irreparable by third parties or too expensive to fix. Independent technicians and do-it-yourselfers aren’t the only losers in the status quo — the environment suffers, too. Will this movement turn the tide? What Is Right to Repair? The right-to-repair campaign is the clamor for more freedom to fix broken items. It arises from the increasing irreparability of electronic equipment and machinery. The movement’s proponents aim to counter most manufacturers’ policies of promoting product replacement through various means, including ending software support, restricting parts swaps, gatekeeping acceptable spare components and keeping…
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Permaculture Principles for a More Resilient Future
Permaculture is a timeless resource for veteran and budding planetary advocates alike, even in a home garden.
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Lake Owego Sustainability Fair
Visit the third annual Lake Oswego Sustainability Resource Fair! Celebrate Earth Day and connect with diverse organizations across our community that are advancing sustainability.
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Fruits of Decay
Harvesting mushrooms endows us with memories and connects us with a powerful source of new life.
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The Oregon Solar + Storage Conference
The Oregon Solar + Storage Conference – OSSC – is taking place November 7-9, 2023. Earn NABCEP CEUs, visit engaging exhibits, and hear from industry leaders about solar policy, storage, business development, land use, large-scale development, and more. Join OSSIA for one of the most comprehensive solar + storage conferences in the nation! More details and registration information: www.orssia.org/osec.
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BirdFest & Bluegrass Celebrates More Than Just Birds
Saturday, October 7, 2023 8:00 am-5:00 pm BirdFest and Bluegrass is the main event every year that the Friends & the City of Ridgefield put on to bring awareness to Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge, and all that it has to offer. BirdFest & Bluegrass celebrates the Sandhill Crane returning to the Refuge during migration- a huge stately bird that is endangered in Washington State- as well as everything the Refuge is and what it brings to the community. With endangered species, hundreds of migratory birds, a variety of wildlife, an auto tour route, photo blind, walking trails, habitat restoration and environmental education programs, and so much more – there is…
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New Radio Show for Spanish-speaking Farm Working Communities
The Northwest Center for Alternatives to Pesticides (NCAP) has a partnership with Radio La Ley that has grown into a new Radio Show. “Raíces Resilientes: Voces del campo”
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Certified Organic Essential Oils & Herbs for Wellness
Experience the power of nature with Apothecary Shoppe's certified organic essential oils and herbs for wellness.
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Preserving Medicinal Herbs
One of the easier and more popular ways to preserve herbs is to dry the leaves and flowers. There are a variety of drying methods.
