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40% and Above CO2 Reduction

Central Baptist Church

September 6, 2022 By Sarah Paulos

Wayne, PA Central Baptist Church is a Cool Congregation certified at the 40% level, saving 6 tons of carbon emissions a year with the permanent changes they have made to their facilities. In addition they have had a big impact on their members and community with their varied outreach and education about saving energy. “Our […]

Mountain View United Methodist Church

July 11, 2022 By Sarah Paulos

Mountain View United Methodist Church Boulder, Colorado Mountain View United Methodist Church has reduced their carbon footprint by 40% and is preventing approximately 70 tons of emissions from entering the atmosphere annually. One unique element of their multifaceted plan is an energy management system that monitors peak load to keep it under the 25kW lower […]

Nativity Catholic Church

May 20, 2022 By Sarah Paulos

Burke, VA Nativity Catholic Church, a large congregation with 10,000 members has taken seriously the call from Pope Francis in his teaching, Laudato Si, to care for Creation. They have reduced their carbon footprint by over 40%, saving 7700 tons of carbon emissions, and an estimated $200,000 over the next 25 years in energy costs. […]

Taftsville Chapel Mennonite Fellowship

May 20, 2022 By Sarah Paulos

Taftsville, VT Taftsville Chapel Mennonite Fellowship, a tiny church with only 55 members, has reduced the emissions from their worship facility by 40% or above, saving 15.5 tons of carbon emissions and nearly $2,000 per year in energy costs. In the words of Taftsville Chapel’s Pastor Steve McCloskey, “As a pastor who began at this […]

Shalom Mennonite Church

July 9, 2021 By Sarah Paulos

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 […]

Church of the Brethren Modesto

March 14, 2019 By Clay

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 […]

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