In West Virginia the true costs of cheap energy are impossible to ignore.  This year thousands suffered through the loss of their drinking water due to a coal chemical spill.  Communities in the coalfields are being exposed to carcinogenic mine dust.  And hundreds of mountains and streams have been devastated.  We see this as an environmental and public health emergency. 
Yet the … [Read more...]

A group of around ten climate concerned volunteers from Good Shepherd Episcopal Church and the Hayesville community are answering a combined moral calling to help the poor and be good stewards of Creation.  Working with local poverty and charity organizations, they have helped 40 disadvantaged families reduce their carbon footprint and save money on energy bills.  After a … [Read more...]

St. Peter’s UCC has approximately 2.5 acres of ground surrounding the church building, much of it having been planted in turf years ago.  The turf area has not been used frequently either by the church nor the surrounding community.  Some years ago the church established, and currently maintains, a Peace Garden where vegetables are grown for local food banks, but most of the land … [Read more...]

Interfaith Power & Light recently hosted a call about the Paris Pledge, and how congregations can reach 50% carbon reductions and higher.  The call was recorded on June 24, 2015, and featured a number of Cool Congregations that have already achieved very impressive cost and carbon savings.  We hope the call inspires your congregation to sign the Paris Pledge.  We are seeking … [Read more...]