Loomis, CA Loomis Basin Congregational UCC, in Loomis, California, is certified as a Cool Congregation at the 100% reduction level for installing solar that powers their all-electric buildings. “As progressive Christians we understand that true justice requires that all of creation be healed in the process. God’s reign can only truly come to fruition when […]
Certified Cool Congregations
First Presbyterian Church
Conway, Arkansas First Presbyterian Church in Conway, Arkansas, is a Certified Cool Congregation at the 10% reduction level, having reduced their carbon footprint by 36 tons with energy efficiency upgrades to their facility. First Presbyterian Church in Conway, Arkansas, is a certified Earth Care Congregation through Presbyterian USA and has been working to reduce their […]
Habitat for Humanity of Central Arkansas
Little Rock, Arkansas Habitat for Humanity of Central Arkansas is an Interfaith Power & Light Certified Cool Congregation at the 30% and above level for building and renovating energy-efficient homes for low-wealth families. Habitat for Humanity is a global nonprofit Christian housing organization that helps families build and improve places to call home. Read their […]
Bethany Christian Church
Lincoln, Nebraska Bethany Christian Church in Lincoln, Nebraska, is a Certified Cool Congregation at the 10% or above level for their exemplary work in reducing their carbon footprint. Read more in the words of Lora VanEtten, Office Manager of Bethany Christian, “Our main concern was to take an aging building that needed updates and to […]
Woodmont Christian Church
Nashville, TN Woodmont Christian Church, in Nashville, Tennessee is a certified Cool Congregation at the 10% reduction level, saving 67 tons of carbon emissions annually. The 2500-member church accomplished this by upgrading its lighting and monitoring thermostats and lighting use. This accomplishment is their first step towards their goal to answer the call by their […]
Lutheran Church of Honolulu
Honolulu, HI Prompted by deep concerns about climate change and rising energy costs from O’ahu’s only energy provider, the Lutheran Church of Honolulu successfully switched to on-site solar. Their solar provides all of their energy needs which qualifies them as a Certified Cool Congregation at the 100% level. IPL congratulates the Lutheran Church of Honolulu! […]