One in six churches are not taking steps to reduce carbon footprint

RELIGIONS NEWS AGENCY (REDNA) – A survey revealed that almost one in six churches admitted that they weren’t taking any steps to reduce their carbon footprint.

According to the survey more than 70 per cent would like to do more, but were prevented by lack of money and knowledge.

This is while Ecclesiastical Insurance has published guidance to support churches to reduce their climate impact.

The guide, entitled Climate Change and Your Church cites how churches can manage practical challenges, including heating buildings more efficiently and how to reduce paper usage.

Helen Richards, Church Director at Ecclesiastical Insurance says: “We hope this guide supports their journey to become more climate resilient, so we can help churches to thrive and preserve their amazing buildings from climate change for generations to come”.