Sustainability

Val Brenneis Habitat For Humanity And Sustainability
Rock Creek Campus instructor Val Brenneis is supporting students and honoring the cultural and ecological heritage of the campus Posted December 1, 2025
harvest Being Green Brings In The Gold
Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education awards PCC with 'Top Performer' and 'Gold' status in sustainability performance reporting for higher education Posted November 24, 2025
press Sylvania Hosts Apple Cider Pressing
The 'Learning Garden Apple Cider Pressing: Crank, Press, and Taste!'is from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 12 at the College Center Upper Mall Posted October 26, 2025
Abigail Robles Timber! PCC Scholar Eyes Wood Innovation Degree
After having been named to the 2025 All-Oregon Academic Team, Abigail Robles will transfer into the OSU's Forestry Center to pursue a bachelor's degree Posted June 23, 2025
Sustainability Staff Exceeding Climate Expectations
As Earth Week quickly approaches, PCC is on its way to meeting emissions and waste reduction goals by 2026 Posted April 14, 2025
Aerial of Rock Creek solar array PCC Hosts Worldwide Climate Event
The Worldwide Climate & Justice Education Week for the first time, joining institutions from more than 40 countries to inspire action on climate justice Posted March 28, 2025
Rock Creek Learning Garden College Hosting Regional Sustainability Event
The annual WOHESC conference of sustainability professionals aims to inspire change and foster collaboration Posted February 20, 2025
blooming buds Arbor Month Takes Root at PCC
To celebrate Oregon Arbor Month, the college's tree advocates have planned a special tree planting at 2 p.m., Thursday, April 25 at the Rock Creek Campus (behind hangar) Posted April 22, 2024
Sustainable Spring: PCC's Earth Week Begins
PCC's green festivities are set for April 20-26 at all campuses and include recalling fairs, clothing swaps, garden tours, pollinator art walks and more! Posted April 18, 2024
closeup of hands planting tree Reconnecting With The Land
A $167,000 Metro Grant is helping to improve trail accessibility, provide space for gathering and art, and support first food gardens at the Rock Creek Campus Posted April 11, 2024