While sea level rise and increased storm intensity is an ever-nearer reality for coastal religious congregations, many of these communities lack the resources and knowledge to change and adapt. Yet, those same communities who will be most threatened also have an opportunity to play a pivotal role in building resilience in their towns and cities. With large facilities, land, and abundant social capital, churches can play an outsized role in climate adaptation. (more…)
Learn MoreJoin Codi Norred, Executive Director of GIPL and Hannah Shultz, Program Associate, for a community conversation about the future of energy in Georgia. This Civic Dinner will focus on the Drawdown Georgia solutions in the Electricity sector. Participants will learn about GIPL’s Power Wise energy efficiency program and about exploring solar as a viable energy option for congregations.
Learn MoreAs we enter another climate-intensified hurricane season, it is time to step back and ask: How can our congregations be hubs of climate resilience, helping our communities weather the spiritual and physical storms of the climate crisis? Join this virtual workshop to learn practical steps for building disaster preparedness and climate resilience in your congregation. (more…)
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