Every time you switch on a light, a computer, or an air conditioner, you use electricity. Even when you are not using electricity directly, the building you are in is apt to be using energy. Our society's use of energy is causing many problems for human beings and other forms of life. Among the most serious problems are changes in the earth's climate due to burning fossil fuels in electric plants, buildings, and vehicles.
Creation is precious.
God created the earth and all that is in it and declared it good. Many congregations are finding ways to engage in environmental stewardship. Reducing your congregation's energy use helps restore and protect God's creation. An Energy Stewardship Congregation seeks ways to use less energy by taking steps to make its buildings and equipment more efficient, and by educating its members about the importance of energy conservation. Because God calls people of faith to protect creation and to use resources carefully.