03 Apr
Question
Eco Church Awards

The question session in the House of Commons regarding the Eco Church Awards, raised by Juliet Campbell, concentrated on the efforts of local churches in Broxtowe aiming to secure environmental sustainability recognition through the Eco Church Award program. The debate highlighted steps being taken by churches to achieve the gold standard in the award program, focusing on practical initiatives and available support.

Energy efficient lightbulbs and modern heating systems grants

Examples of practical supports being offered to parishes to help them meet eco targets.

Outcome

The session reinforced the importance of community efforts in environmental sustainability, celebrating achievements while encouraging further action and collaboration among local churches. The engagement acknowledged the significant contributions of local parishes towards reducing carbon footprints and sustaining ecological initiatives.

Key Contributions

Juliet Campbell
Labour

Raised the query about supporting churches in Broxtowe to reach the gold Eco Church award standard.

Marsha De Cordova

Outlined the Church of England's work with A Rocha UK in aiding parishes to meet their net zero goals.

Original Transcript
Juliet Campbell
Broxtowe
Lab
Question
UIN: 903593

10. Whether she is taking steps to help support churches in Broxtowe to meet the criteria for a gold Eco Church award.

Marsha De Cordova
10:30

The Church of England is working with A Rocha UK to support parishes in meeting their net zero targets. Grants are being awarded to parishes to help them make quick wins in reducing their running costs, such as energy efficient lightbulbs and modern heating systems.

Juliet Campbell
10:30

I thank my hon. Friend for her reply. On a recent visit to St Michael and All Angels church in Bramcote in my constituency, they were proud to show me the plaque they had received for meeting the silver standard for eco churches. Will my hon.

Friend join me in congratulating St Michael and All Angels, and Christ Church, Chilwell, on achieving the silver eco church award, and on their hard work and commitment to environmental sustainability?

All content derived from official parliamentary records