We believe that responding to the climate crisis is an essential part of our responsibility to safeguard God’s creation and achieve a just world. The diocese is a Bronze Eco Diocese with A Rocha UK and we’re tackling our carbon emissions aiming for Net Zero Carbon by 2030.
NET ZERO CARBON
A motion to respond to the global climate emergency has been passed by the Church of England to work towards reaching net zero emissions by 2030, and as a diocese we are committed to achieving that target. Use the link below to access a range of resources to support your church in cutting its carbon footprint including any funding available for heating and lighting.
For many Christians, caring for the environment is as much a justice issue as a conservation one
ECO CHURCH
Eco Church is run by A Rocha UK. It encourages and supports churches to look after God’s creation in five areas: worship & teaching; buildings and energy; land & nature; community & global engagement; and lifestyle. A self-assessed online survey covering each of these areas leads to a bronze, silver or gold Eco Church Award. The diocese currently has 135 registered Eco Churches: 54 Bronze, 31 Silver and 1 Gold.
Our Vision
Participate in the Church of England’s national campaign to cut its carbon footprint and for all part of the Church to be net zero carbon by 2030.
Encourage local worshipping communities, deaneries and benefices, and commit the Diocesan Board of Finance, to participate in the national Eco Church awards.
Encourage and support PCCs, chaplaincies, fresh expressions, church schools and individuals who are already engaged in Caring for Creation
Place environmental action as a key part of our missional engagement with the wider community.
Latest News
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Silver Eco Church Award for St Jude’s Mapperley
St Jude's Mapperley is delighted to have achieved the Silver Eco Church Award, recognising their commitment to caring for and celebrating God's creation. Some of the key changes that helped them reach this milestone involved formalising and being more intentional about
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Care for Creation and Active Prayer on St Cyprian’s Big Parish Walk
Members of St Cyprian’s, Nottingham, brought together their care for creation and their desire to see God’s kingdom come in their parish as they embarked on their Big Parish Walk on 23rd May. They were joined by a team from
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Good News Spotlight: Young People Achieve Bronze Eco Award for St Mary Magdalene Sutton-In-Ashfield
St Mary Magdalene is proud to have achieved the A Rocha Bronze Eco Church Award, an introductory certification recognising churches in England and Wales that demonstrate a foundational commitment to environmental stewardship and caring for creation. The church’s Eco Church journey
Find Out More
Sally Dunleavy
Net Zero Carbon Support Officer
Robert Cleave
Diocesan Environment Officer