A Summer of Intergenerational Wellness
The Walking Wellness Uplift class recently wrapped up an intergenerational collaboration. We teamed up with high school students, recent graduates, and college students who were interested in connecting with elders and learning more about different approaches to wellness in intergenerational settings.
Residential Energy Efficiency Tax Credits Ending Soon
As a result of a new federal law, residential tax credits for energy efficiency improvements are ending soon. Now is the time to make your energy upgrades. There are currently credits in place for EVs, electric panels, heat pumps, and more.
Do-It-Yourself at Home Air Quality Safety
As summer begins, wildfires have been on the rise in our region, causing moderate to extreme air quality alerts. The Eco3 Energy Team wanted to remind our community of the importance of air quality safety.
Beginning to Finish the Legacy House
We have begun the next phase of the Legacy House renovation, finishing materials.
Pedaling to a Bike-Friendly Community
Eco3 is taking the next step in leading our community toward a more bike-friendly community, by example. We’re happy to share that the League of American Bicyclists recently awarded us a Silver designation as a Bike-Friendly Business.
Reintroducing Our Community Energy Specialist
As we have wrapped up another winter season of home energy assessments for people across our community, we wanted to give a shout-out to our staff member completing all of those assessments, Tristen! Tristen has been our Community Energy Specialist since 2017.
Join Walking Wellness Uplift!
We have recently expanded our wellness programming to include Walking Wellness Uplift, an elder-centered, holistic health experience. Every Thursday from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m., elders gather at the Lincoln Park Community Center.
AmeriCorps Programs Terminated – Support Our Members
On April 25, both of Ecolibrium3’s AmeriCorps programs were terminated by the federal government. You can help by contributing to our AmeriCorps Emergency Response Fund.
The Many Lives of Our Building: A New Chapter with LNPK Grocery
As we prepare to welcome LNPK Grocery, it’s worth reflecting on the past lives of this building and the roles it has played through the years.
Legacy House: Drywall and Painting!
Since our last Legacy House update, renovation progress has continued with drywall finishing and painting. And, we couldn’t have done it without our volunteers, donors, and partners!
Gear Up for Earth Week 2025
Earth Week is back for 2025! From April 22 to 26, Eco3 will host a series of engaging and impactful events. Eco3 is looking for sponsors, volunteers, and exhibitors to support Earth Week, showcase their organization’s missions, and connect with community members by tabling at EcoFest.
Legacy House Renovation Update
Updates on the Eco3 Legacy House have continued throughout the fall of 2024 and into 2025, propelling the building closer to a fully livable home for future VISTAs. Read more about the completion of sheetrock and plumbing installations, and what next steps entail for the house.