40% and Above CO2 Reduction

Shalom Mennonite Church Joins Network of Solar Congregations Indianapolis, Indiana Shalom Mennonite Church in Indianapolis, Indiana has cut their emissions in half with solar panels! They were inspired to action by Marilyn Teel, a dedicated member of the congregation. Marilynn Teel brought a passion for the environment along when she joined Shalom Mennonite some time […]

Modesto, CA Gold Certified Cool Congregation, 40% carbon reduction As part of their Earth Stewardship mission, Church of the Brethren in Modesto, CA has worked on energy issues over the last several years, moving to compact fluorescent lighting in the sanctuary and putting timers on heating and cooling units. The church also has a vibrant community garden. Wishing to do […]

Flagstaff, AZ Gold Certified Cool Congregation, 50% carbon reduction Solar power has slashed the cost of electricity at Federated Community Church, which meets in a beautiful century-old building in Flagstaff, Arizona. Federated Community Church is the winner of the Renewable Energy category in the 2012 Cool Congregations Challenge. The church declared its energy independence on […]

Dover, MA Gold Certified Cool Congregation, 50% carbon reduction St. Dunstan’s in Dover, Massachusetts can be very chilly in the winter months, and their sanctuary and classrooms have electric baseboard heat! That’s why a solar leasing program offered by Mass IPL caught their attention. It was both affordable and would offset their high electric bills, while benefitting […]

Bloomington, IN Gold Certified Cool Congregation, 50% carbon reduction The question driving this congregation was, “How can we best have an impact beyond our own congregation and community?” They initially felt the environmental problems were so pressing that it was easy to feel discouraged. To keep up their spirits throughout the process of “walking the […]