The figures below are based on estimations from the Church of England from the data our churches share using the Energy Footprint Tool. The greater the number of churches who complete their return, which is easy and straightforward to complete, the greater the accuracy of our reporting and the more tailored the support the environment team can offer to parishes.
Schools
Our schools account for an estimated 42% of our carbon emissions per annum.
Church buildings
Our church buildings account for an estimated 33.6% of our carbon emissions per annum.
Housing
Our housing accounts for an estimated 21% of our carbon emissions per annum.
Other buildings
Our other buildings account for an estimated 3% of our carbon emissions per annum.
Travel
Our travel accounts for an estimated 0.4% of our carbon emissions per annum.
What can I do to reduce carbon emissions?
Use our reduce carbon emissions tool to see how you can make a difference.
So far:
Solar panels
Over half of our clergy housing and 15 of our churches have solar panels.
Heat pumps
Five of our churches have air source heat pumps
CO2 reduction
Last year, tens of church buildings reduced their carbon emissions.
Who to contact
If you have any questions regarding the information above, please contact our Environment team.