Roseburg Hosts Annual Earth Day and Energy Fair

Event features sessions on renewable energy, climate solutions, and sustainable living

Apr. 17, 2026 at 10:24am

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A bold, abstract painting in the style of Hilma af Klint, featuring sweeping geometric arcs, concentric circular motifs, and precise botanical spirals in a vibrant color palette of greens, yellows, and blues, conceptually representing the interconnected systems of renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, and environmental conservation.The Earth Day and Energy Fair aims to inspire the Roseburg community to embrace renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, and environmental conservation as interconnected solutions for a sustainable future.Roseburg Today

The annual Earth Day and Energy Fair is taking place this Saturday in downtown Roseburg, Oregon. Presented by Umpqua Watersheds and several partner organizations, the event will feature informative sessions on topics like renewable energy, climate change mitigation, sustainable food choices, native plant landscaping, and more.

Why it matters

The Earth Day and Energy Fair is a longstanding community event that brings together local environmental and sustainability groups to educate the public on ways to live more eco-friendly lifestyles. As climate change concerns grow, events like this play an important role in empowering citizens to take action through personal choices and civic engagement.

The details

The fair will take place in the 500 block of Southeast Main Street in downtown Roseburg. Information sessions will cover a range of sustainability topics, including renewable energy technologies, the benefits of biochar, the environmental impact of food choices, gardening with kids, native plant landscaping, a proposal to expand Crater Lake wilderness, and beekeeping.

  • The Earth Day and Energy Fair will be held this Saturday, April 19, 2026.

The players

Umpqua Watersheds

A local non-profit organization focused on environmental conservation and education in the Umpqua River basin.

Thrive Umpqua

A community development organization that promotes economic, social, and environmental sustainability in the Umpqua Valley region.

Douglas County Global Warming Coalition

A coalition of local groups working to address climate change and promote clean energy solutions in Douglas County.

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What they’re saying

“Events like the Earth Day and Energy Fair are crucial for raising awareness and inspiring people to take action on the pressing environmental challenges we face.”

— Sarah Jennings, Executive Director, Umpqua Watersheds

What’s next

Following the event, the organizers plan to share resources and recordings of the information sessions online so the community can continue to learn about sustainable living practices.

The takeaway

The Earth Day and Energy Fair demonstrates how local organizations can come together to educate the public and empower citizens to adopt more eco-friendly lifestyles, which is essential for addressing climate change and building a sustainable future.