Corvallis Environmental Center
Providing learning opportunities and technical outreach to Corvallis area residents and businesses, giving them tools to pursue sustainable practices.
214 SW Monroe Avenue, P.O. Box 2189, Corvallis, OR 97339
Phone: (541) 753-9211
http://www.corvallisenvironmentalcenter.org | info@corvallisenvironmentalcenter.org
Phone: (541) 753-9211
http://www.corvallisenvironmentalcenter.org | info@corvallisenvironmentalcenter.org
What does a $100 contribution do for this organization?
A $100 contribution to CEC can provide a field trip for a K-12 class of 30 students to one of Benton County’s unique natural areas guided by an Avery House Nature Center instructor.
Why does this donor support this organization?
“CEC truly is the hub of activity on environmental causes in our area, supporting the work of so many otherwise independent and varied projects. Thanks to CEC, there is always a place to contact with any question, concern, or request for help with [these] issues. Its presence in Corvallis enriches our community, and we are delighted to be one small reason it can continue its good works.” First Alternative Cooperative Grocery
How do volunteers make a difference for this organization?
Volunteers have been integral to the CEC since it’s beginning. Indeed, volunteers comprise the bulk of what CEC is today. With a volunteer board of directors, most labor for the Youth Garden Project provided by volunteers, and collaborations with community volunteers on outreach activities, volunteers ARE the CEC.
The Corvallis Environmental Center (CEC) is the only organization in Benton County focused on sustainability education. CEC programs and activities provide educational opportunities throughout Corvallis and surrounding communities, across social and economic boundaries, and to all ages.
Programs of the CEC:
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The CEC’s Avery House Nature Center is the only program in Benton County focused on connecting young children and families with local ecosystems. Programs youth nature education opportunities such as low-cost in-service and summer camp programs for ages 2-11, school field trips to our local natural areas, and family nature walks. Last year AHNC served hundreds of students through community outreach programs.
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The CEC’s Edible Corvallis Initiative (ECI) is a community-based, collaborative initiative to promote an environmentally and economically thriving foodshed in the mid-Willamette Valley.
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CEC’s “Get SMART” Resource Efficiency Program provides no-cost resource assessments to local business’, schools, churches and any place else that might benefit from streamlining everyday practices to save money and resources. In 2011, the program worked provided 525 recommendations for energy savings, with 31% of those recommendations being put into action by community members. As of the end of 2011, REP measured 1,957,450 kWh and 14,155 therms in energy savings over the 2008-2011 reporting period. Benton County has used REP’s services at six sites and is the recipient of the largest number of REP’s assessments.
- The Energize Corvallis program is dedicated to making Corvallis one of the most energy efficient communities in the nation! Through our Energy Advocates, Communities Take Charge, and many other opportunities, we are dedicated to mindful energy use and sustainability.
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For 2012, EarthFaire is being revamped and will now be EarthBall, an indoor evening event on April 21st full of music, fun, and food. We invite you to join us in celebrating this wonderful planet we call home.
