How can your faith community take root and SEED LIFE in the face of the climate crisis?
Join Georgia Interfaith Power & Light (GIPL) on Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Oconee Street United Methodist Church for a regional Green Team Summit Circle in Athens. This half-day gathering will bring together Green Teams, faith leaders, and environmental advocates for a morning of connection, learning, and faithful action.
The event will feature a plenary speaker, two rounds of workshops, and a light breakfast. Speakers and workshop leaders will address topics including clean energy goals in Athens-Clarke County, advocacy opportunities tied to the Georgia Public Service Commission, and how planting and protecting trees, especially in under-forested communities, can advance justice and build climate resilience.
Whether you're just getting started or looking to deepen your impact, you’ll leave equipped with tools, inspiration, and a supportive network to help your congregation grow toward a more just and sustainable future.
General admission is $25. Student tickets are $10. Questions? Contact Hannah Shultz at hannah@gipl.org. And if you’re interested in sponsorship opportunities, email our development manager, Stephanie Williams, at stephanie@gipl.org.