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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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
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Good News Spotlight: St Cyprian’s selected as Net Zero Carbon Demonstrator Church
As part of General Synod’s prophetic call for the Church of England to reach Net Zero Carbon by 2030, the national Net Zero Programme has launched the Church Demonstrators Project, which aims to create a network of churches across the
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Gold Award for St Wilfrid’s Calverton
"Now you are the body of Christ, and each one of you is a part of it." 1 Corinthians 12:27 Sunday 27th was a day of celebration for St Wilfrid's Calverton as after many years of hard work, they were presented with
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Sally Dunleavy
Net Zero Carbon Support Officer
Robert Cleave
Diocesan Environment Officer