Here are 6 quick wins on how you can engage your congregation and local community with environmental issues.
10 points
Just once per year, having an environmental speaker attend a service and speak to parishioners could educate and inspire environmental care.
10 points
Participating in an annual church or community litter pick in the local area can have a wealth of benefits, both social and environmental.
10 points
Promoting an annual church walk or cycle can encourage church members to stay healthy but use their cars less as well!
10 points
Participating in a car share scheme can encourage church members to travel to a service together – reducing carbon emissions
10 points
Minimising food waste from church meals by putting leftovers into a compost bin or only buying what you need can reduce production emissions.
25 points
Encouraging members to reduce waste and energy usage, praying for environmental projects, and educating about climate change, all raise awareness.
The targets
Bronze Award
57.5 points required
Silver Award
115 points required
Gold Award
172.5 points required
