What Do We Do?

 
We resolve to fulfil our mission by

Bringing prayers and actions concerning environmental care, sustainability and ecojustice to the forefront of our worship, study and reflection

Publicising events, developments, publications and sources of information on the environment across the Diocese

Providing opportunities throughout the Diocese for enjoyable experiences of nature and the outdoors, as well as environmental education for all ages about issues related to sustainability

Encouraging members of the Diocese to become better informed, speak out and act on environmental matters, both within diocesan decision-making forums and in the wider community

Encouraging parishes and other Diocesen agencies to commit to the seven R’s of environmental care...

REVERENCE for all of Creation
REFUSE to use resources unnecessarily
REDUCE consumption and waste
REUSE resources where appropriate
RECYCLE materials where possible
REPAIR rather than throwing away
RESTORE habitat and ecosystems

Supporting parishes and other diocesan agencies in carrying out an environmental audit to assess the impact of their present activities and any proposed activities on the environment
 
Assisting parishes and other diocesan agencies in reducing their environmental footprint