(Photo courtesy of Pine Mountain Sports)
First Pine Mountain Sports switched to LED lighting. Then they joined Pacific Power’s Blue Sky Program (which funds renewable energy projects throughout the state). Now they’ve decided to generate their own renewable energy using solar. To celebrate the new solar install, Pine Mountain Sports is throwing a party on their lawn and inviting the community to join them on August 12.
Why? According to owner, Dan McGarigle, Pine Mountain Sports not only enjoys our great outdoors but environmental stewardship has also become a high priority for the company. Installed in late July, the 18.5 kW PV solar system will cover at least 40 percent of the store’s energy usage and prevent 30,236 lbs of carbon dioxide pollution annually.
To celebrate the new solar install, Pine Mountain Sports is throwing a party on their lawn and inviting the community to join them. The “Rays (On) The Roof” celebration is set for Wednesday August 12 from 11am-6pm. During Rays (On) The Roof visitors can meet their local green energy partners and learn more about the green resources and money savings that they offer. Pine will provide live music and refreshments.
All Rays (On) The Roof attendees can earn up to $60 in Pine Bucks by attending, learning more and making a commitment to the local renewable energy partners who will be in attendance.
Sunlight Solar Energy, Bend Energy Challenge, Smolich Nissan, Next Level Burger, Commute Options, Energy Trust of Oregon, Pacific Power Blue Sky and Green Savers will be in attendance and providing money saving ideas and free tools to enable the community to use fewer resources at home.
Pledge to use more renewable resources and Pine Mountain Sports will reward you, on the spot, with Pine Bucks to spend in our store on anything you like. For each of our renewable energy friends that you engage with (details below) during our Rays (On) The Roof Lawn Party we’ll give you $10 in Pine Bucks (up to $70!**) to spend at Pine Mountain Sports!
LOCAL RESOURCES
Sunlight Solar Energy: We’re seeing solar panels on more homes and businesses in Bend. Sunlight Solar will be here to answer questions and help you decide if your site is a good fit for solar. They’re committed to helping our customers make environmentally responsible buying decisions while saving money and changing our energy future. Sign up for a Free Home Solar Assessment at Rays (On) The Roof and get $10 in Pine Bucks.
Pacific Power Blue Sky: Are you a Pacific Power customer? For as little as $1.95 per month, you can participate in our Blue Sky renewable energy program and help bring new renewable energy facilities on-line. Find out how easy it is to start making a big impact on the environment and regional economy. Become a Pacific Power Blue Sky Member at Rays (On) The Roof and get $10 in Pine Bucks.
Smolich Nissan: Why drive electric? It’s fun to drive with all that torque. It’s quiet. It’s inexpensive to maintain and it simply doesn’t use a drop of gas. Pine Mountain Sports will have a new Nissan Leaf electric vehicle on the lawn. Take a tour and/or a test drive and learn how an electric car can change the way you drive. Drive a new Nissan Leaf at Rays (On) The Roof and get $10 in Pine Bucks.
Energy Trust of Oregon: A nonprofit organization dedicated to helping utility customers benefit from saving energy and generating renewable power. Find out about services, cash incentives and solutions for customers of Portland General Electric, Pacific Power, NW Natural and Cascade Natural Gas and save money on your energy bills. Take home and install a free CFL bulb or shower head from Rays (On) The Roof and get $10 in Pine Bucks.
Commute Options: Through healthy transportation choices, Commute Options encourages wellness of individuals, a clean environment, and a strong economy. Learn about the value of carpooling, vanpooling, walking, bicycling, teleworking and using public transportation.
DriveLessConnect is a free website that finds good carpool matches. Sign up for DriveLessConnect during Rays (On) The Roof and get $10 in Pine Bucks.
Bend Energy Challenge: Created to help our community save energy and make their homes healthier and more comfortable. Small changes can make a big – really big – difference. Take the Bend Energy Challenge Pledge at Rays (On) The Roof and get $10 in Pine Bucks.
Next Level Burger: Our neighbors at NLB believe that it’s our responsibility to be stewards of our planet, not only for ourselves, but for our children and the many generations to come. Come sample their 100% plant-based burgers that taste great and are good for you and our planet. Stop by Pine Mtn. during Rays (On) The Roof and get a certificate to try a free entree at NLB.
Green Savers: Make your home more comfortable, lower your energy bills, and create a smaller carbon footprint. Sign up for a free home energy audit and learn how Green Savers resources can help you save money every month and live comfortably without breaking the bank. Sign up for a free home energy audit during Rays (On) The Roof and get $10 in Pine Bucks.
FINE PRINT: Each $10 in Pine Bucks is worth $10 off your purchase of $10 or more at Pine Mountain Sports. There is no limit to the number of Pine Bucks you can earn by attending Rays (On) The Roof, but you are allowed to use only one $10 Pine Bucks per transaction. Use one now and save your others for future visits to Pine Mountain Sports! Pine Bucks can be used for anything except tickets and passes.
Pine Mountain Sports
255 SW Century Drive Bend
Henry Abel
541-385-8080 or 541-525-1997 cell
henry@pinemountainsports.com
WWW.PINEMOUNTAINSPORTS.COM
