Throughout April, ISR is organising a series of workshops aimed at helping church communities develop their own way of dealing with environmental action.
Further details are available here.
We have devised a short booklet featuring some ideas for activity. Find out more here.
If you have anything to add, anything to suggest, anything to ask, please drop us a line
We have a selection of prayer ideas. Find them here
Christian Aid Carbon Calculator: This exciting new resource looks at how Christians and the Church are challenged to stop perpetuating destructive climate change and make positive changes to the world instead.
The pack consists of a series of cards, providing an overview of the issues that are already affecting the work of our partners, biblical reflections and prayers, ideas for action, and a personal carbon calculator. www.christianaid.org.uk
A Rocha UK - an organisation with a range of resources, especially for worship, and with a focus on nature conservation. Usually produce a pack for environment Sunday (Sunday in June nearest UN Environment day - 8th June 2008) www.arocha.org
Eco-congregation - ecumenical initiative offers prayers, learning materials, advice and much much more. www.ecocongregation.org 02476 853061
Faiths and the Environment - an information service from the
Conservation Foundation 020 7591 3118
Rough Guide to Saving Energy - www.roughguides.com/saving energy - free download
The Carbon Trust – advice on reducing energy use. www.carbontrust.co.uk 0800085 2005
The Energy Saving Trust - advice on renewable energy grants, lighting, insulation etc. www.est.org.uk 0845 727 7200
Energywatch – gas and electricity watchdog. Advice on providers and how to change suppliers. 08459 06 07 08
The National Energy Foundation - educational charity offering advice on renewable energy, efficiency and low energy lighting. www.neg.org.uk 01908 665555
Shrinking the Footprint – Church of England’s national environmental campaign. www.shrinkingthefootprint.cofe.anglican.org
Sharing God’s Planet – report on the causes and consequences of human damage to the environment and suggestions for responding. Practical advice and activities for churches. www.chpublishing.co.uk
The Conservation Foundation - promotes positive environmental news, action and awareness through the collaboration of different organisations. The Parish Pump, free publication, has news and information and provides funding for community projects. www.conservationfoundation.co.uk
Church Care - advice for all aspects of church maintenance and the role of DAC advisers. www.churchcare.co.uk. 020 7898 1866
Waterwise - working to reduce water waste. Water saving tips and efficiency devices. www.waterwise.org.uk 020 7344 1838
Centre for Sustainable Energy – seeks to source environmentally sound energy. Advice on alternative sources of energy. Also has a section on community action to encourage and support community energy projects. www.cse.org.uk 0117 929 9950
Greenelectricity - extensive information on green electricity. www.greenelectricity.org
The Christian Ecology Link - multi-denominational christian organisation for people concerned about the environment. Brings a christian perspective on environmental matters and publishes resources, including hymns to sing to well-known tunes. Provides update on what other churches are doing. www.christian-ecology.org.uk 01524 3385