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Go Clean Energy Conference Coming in September

Upcoming gathering covers solar power, EVs and other clean energy options

by Damian Fagan August 21, 2026August 20, 2026

It’s appropriate that the Go Clean Energy Conference, slated for Friday, Sept. 18, will be held at the OSU-Cascades Edward J. Ray Hall, because the building is a “North Star” for sustainability. In green building, “North Star” means prioritizing energy efficiency and incorporating sustainable principles in the phases of construction and operations. Hosted by 350 […]

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Opinion

Should Bendites Have to Pay to Pollute?

A controversial City Council decision means yes

by The Source Editorial Board June 9, 2026June 9, 2026

This month, the Bend City Council opted to move forward with its plan to charge a fee to developers putting natural gas systems into new homes — a move aimed at meeting the city’s carbon emissions goals and reducing reliance on fossil fuels. There was no good timing for this. As a whole, Oregonians’ economic […]

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