MEDFORD, Ore. — Local students who have learned the importance of recycling are now getting a look at how green efforts are helping. On this Earth Day, TreeSmart Industries visited Hoover Elementary School. The Oregon-based company makes pencils by wrapping newspaper around a piece of graphite. A representative told the fifth grade students that one … Continue reading »
Green Energy Push In Medford
MEDFORD, Ore. — The city of Medford is launching a push for more green energy and they are asking businesses to step up to the challenge. 40 Southern Oregon companies are already enrolled in Pacific Power’s “Blue Sky Program,” which helps fund renewable energy projects in the valley. Now the city of Medford wants to … Continue reading »
Charging Station Bill Proposed
MEDFORD, Ore. — “As common as the vending machine” – that’s what one electric vehicle leader in the Rogue Valley hopes will come of e-vehicle charging stations if new legislation wins approval. The Senate approved a bill nearly unanimously on Monday morning. The bill would allow state agencies partner with any private business to install … Continue reading »
Growers Market Season Kicks Off
ASHLAND, Ore. — The Rogue Valley Growers and Crafters Market kicked off the 2013 season this morning outside the National Guard Armory in Ashland. Some vendors say they enjoyed the break but are excited to get back in action for market season. “Whistling Duck Farm” vendors say they have had a booth at the market … Continue reading »
Sustainable Table: Commercial Composting
ASHLAND, Ore. — Dozens of restaurants, schools and grocery stores take advantage of commercial composting. Juice ‘N Java at the Ashland Food Co-Op is a busy place; all of the coffee stand’s grounds and filters go into a five gallon bucket. “We have about 8 to 10 gallons of waste a day, of just the … Continue reading »
Sustainable Table: Bees Wax Candles
EAGLE POINT, Ore. – Some workers in Eagle Point have been as busy as bees. A candle is a simple thing, but it can bring warm to a room or a meal. A Rogue Valley family knows that all too well and their bringing that knowledge and that light to people around the world. Angelika … Continue reading »
Oregon Ranks 3rd in Green Jobs
MEDFORD, Ore. – Green jobs are getting a big push across the United States, and Oregon is helping to lead the way. Experts in green technology say Oregon is ahead of the pack when it comes to creating new green jobs. A new study puts Oregon in the top three states in the country for … Continue reading »
Sustainable Table: Eat Local Challenge
MEDFORD, Ore. – Finding local produce, meats, and dairy can be a challenge in a busy life. While hundreds participate in “Eat Local Week”, each year, during this time about 100 people take it to the next level. Augustine Colebrook cooks for a family of seven and is a local business owner. This year, she … Continue reading »
Eat Local Week Begins
MEDFORD, Ore. – Hundreds are expected to pledge to eat local for the next week. Even more people will take advantage of the local food events and specials across Jackson and Josephine counties. Now in it’s 7th year, Eat Local Week showcases the abundance the Rogue Valley has to offer, from produce to meats and … Continue reading »
Ashland Council Wants Ban On GMO
ASHLAND, Ore. – The Ashland City Council is asking Jackson County Commissioners to ban genetically modified crops in the county. The council voted in its meeting Tuesday night to send a letter to the commissioners asking for the ban. Opponents of genetically modified crops say it can contaminate organic crops in Southern Oregon and members … Continue reading »
