Webinars and presentations we have heard about that might be useful for you and your parish, school, or organization. ENJOY!
Past Sustainable Practices Presentations
Climate and Energy Resources for Faith Communities: A Briefing with the U.S. Department of Energy – July 18, 2023
from Interfaith Power and Light
Join us for a briefing with the U.S. Department of Energy to learn more about sustainability opportunities related to the Inflation Reduction Act including direct pay, the tax credits, the programs, and the role faith communities can play in helping our country address the climate crisis and ensure that all communities are supported.
Filed under: Sustainable Practices
Laudato Si’ and the US Catholic Church Conference – June 14, 2023
from Creighton University and Catholic Climate Covenant
Recordings from the biennial conference series to equip and inspire Catholics to more deeply integrate Laudato Si’ and its creation care teachings into the U.S. Church. The purpose of this year’s conference was to encourage a greater understanding of the Laudato Si’ Action Platform’s seven goals.
Filed under: Catholic Social Teaching, Sustainable Practices
Regenerative Ag Forum: Next Steps for Soil Health & Climate Mitigation – November 6, 2021
from Multiple
(In person, Haubstadt, IN) – Open to all farmers, landowners & partners interested in improving soil health, reducing crop costs & fertilizer run-off, building resilience to extreme weather events, & moderating climate change. Organized by our friend down south, Caroline Nellis.
Filed under: Sustainable Practices
Catholic Sustainability Champions – Part 1 – June 23, 2021
from Catholic Climate Covenant
In this first gathering of the series focused on sustainability leaders, listen and learn about the amazing and inspiring work being done by Molly Sutter, Caretaker, Bethlehem Farm; Lorrie Heber, Director, White Violet Center for Eco- Justice – Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods; Matthew Jones, Farm and Outreach Coordinator, Little Portion Farm.
Filed under: Sustainable Practices
Earth Day Webinar: Energy Audits, RECs, Compost, and Native Plants – April 27, 2021
from St. John Neumann Church, Virginia
Four short presentations offered by Care for Our Common Home Ministry at St. John Neumann Church in Virginia.
Filed under: Sustainable Practices
Restoring Our Earth: Preventing and Managing Food Waste – April 22, 2021
from Indiana Recycling Coalition
Here’s some food for thought—have you ever considered the role food waste plays in the circular economy? Or how organic materials can nourish the soil we use to grow crops? Or how about what we can actually do with excess food? Food waste is a BIG problem, but your friends at the IRC are here to help you understand what you can do about it.
Filed under: Sustainable Practices
Congregation Energy Conservation – March 24, 2021
from H-IPL
Learn valuable energy efficiency strategies for your congregational buildings.
Filed under: Sustainable Practices
Sustainable Suppers: What We Eat Can Change the World (no, really) – February 18, 2021
from The Boston Catholic Climate Movement
Now that you’ve changed your light bulbs, it’s time to change your lunch!! Did you know that the food system is responsible for a third of global greenhouse gas emissions? Make your Lenten fast count. Join the Boston Catholic Climate Movement in a delicious way to counteract climate change from field to fork.
Filed under: Sustainable Practices
Hoosier Interfaith Power and Light Monthly Check-In – September 23, 2020
from Hoosier Interfaith Power and Light (H-IPL)
Monthly state-wide call for our friends including our Green Team leaders, our Thriving Faith Communities Participants, and our general H-IPL supporters who want to learn about ways that we can stay connected and engaged–including organizing and policy opportunities.
Filed under: Sustainable Practices
Using Energy Prudently – July 12, 2020
from Hoosier Interfaith Power & Light
Hoosier Interfaith Power & Light presents a virtual workshop to learn how to save money,
improve energy efficiency, and practice good stewardship at your congregation.
Filed under: Sustainable Practices
Renwable Energy Q&A – June 26, 2020
from Hoosier Interfaith Power & Light
Webinar from Hoosier Interfaith Power & Light
Filed under: Sustainable Practices
Going Carbon Neutral: How to Reach Our Goal to Care for God’s Creation – September 10, 2019
from ecoAmerica
(1 hour) This webinar by Green Chalice shares success stories, guidance, and tools to achieve carbon neutrality for congregations through the organizations Blessed Tomorrow, Creation Justice Ministries and Interfaith Power and Light.
Filed under: Sustainable Practices
Creating Sacred Grounds Webinars – May 1, 2017
from National Wildlife Federation
Videos from the National Wildlife Federation on different ways to green your grounds (stormwater runoff, planting strategies, and more) and testimonials from other congregations.
Filed under: Sustainable Practices