St Giles' Pontefract works towards sustainable building
First published on: 26th November 2024One of our Wakefield area churches is going to be able save money and serve their community better, thanks to a new grant from the government.
News and Communications
Give To Go Green round 3 is open
First published on: 19th November 2024The next round of Give To Go Green has started, and the diocese is encouraging all churches, both those already on their Net Zero Carbon journey as well as those just starting out, to get involved.
Nice day for a warm wedding - thanks to new eco-friendly heating
First published on: 29th October 2024Wedding guests at St Mary’s Embsay had a warm, green welcome recently, thanks to a newly installed eco-friendly heating system that was switched on for the first time.
Net Zero Carbon Quick Wins grants can help your church
First published on: 8th October 2024Our Net Zero Carbon Quick Wins grants are still open, looking to support parishes that want to reduce the carbon footprint of their buildings.
Leeds church folk walk to help go green
First published on: 4th October 2024One of our Leeds area churches is walking across the city in order to raise money to help them go green.
Abbey MAT goes on a journey towards net zero
First published on: 12th September 2024One of our Leeds area multi academy trusts has been on a journey towards net zero over the last few years, and wants to share all that they have learned with schools across the diocese.
13 Eco Mission Enablers make public pledges to serve our diocese
First published on: 9th September 202413 Eco Mission Enablers have pledged to promote environmental projects across the diocese at a special service.
Sustainable flowers celebrated at Flower Festival
First published on: 22nd July 2024Beautiful flowers and protecting God’s creation were celebrated at a recent flower festival.
New Church of England programme offers energy audits
First published on: 10th July 202442 churches across the diocese are going to be able to take more action to reduce their carbon footprints and invest in the future, thanks to a new Church of England programme.
Energy Footprinting Tool deadline approaching
First published on: 9th July 2024Churches across our diocese are being encouraged to use an online tool to help make our churches carbon-neutral, with the deadline for completions fast approaching.
