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OEC provides tools and resources for teachers and parents to engage students in environmental learning and action.

Anti-Idling Kids Drop OffIt's Not Cool to Idle at School!

This redesigned anti-idling toolkit is an exciting way to engage students to improve air quality in and around your school and to help reduce fuel consumption. Designed for 5th-8th grade students, the project uses a multi-disciplinary approach to reduce pollution and raise awareness of important health and environmental issues. Click here to learn more and to download or request a FREE anti-idling toolkit.

The Oregon Environmental Council and Portland Public Schools partner to improve air quality!

By replacing a dirty heating system, OEC and PPS continue working to improve student health and ambient air quality. Click here to learn more.


Check out additional programs OEC is using to keep Oregon's environment healthy!

Also check out the Sustainable Oregon Schools Initiative. This initiative offers extensive resources for parents, teachers, and students interested in promoting sustainable practices at their school.


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