Our churches lie at the heart of our communities. They are places of worship, welcome, heritage, and mission, and among our greatest responsibilities. How we care for them today will shape their future and the role they continue to play in the life of our communities. Our commitment to Net Zero Carbon flows directly from our calling to care for God’s creation and to safeguard and renew the life of the earth. It is a practical expression of faithful stewardship.
A word from our Church Buildings Adviser
“Conservation is not about keeping our buildings unchanged. It is about enabling them to thrive. Across centuries, churches have been adapted, and renewed to serve each generation. The decisions we make now, in response to the climate crisis, will become part of that ongoing story. Net Zero Carbon and conservation are part of the same long-term commitment. Sustainability is fully embedded in our work with church buildings.”
Mark Lidster
Who to contact
Dan Wills
Net Zero Project Lead
Mark Lidster
Church Buildings Adviser
You can email the Diocesan Advisory Committee for the Care of Churches (DAC): email:dac@bathwells.anglican.org.