EcoHub

Welcome to the EcoHub

The EcoHub is your one-stop shop for information, practical advice and theological reflection on how we can best care for God’s creation. 

We’ve entered all the resources - a collection of our own and those from other organisations and groups - into an easy-to-search database. Just enter the term you’re looking for into the search box – and you can browse materials that will be relevant to you. 

We've also identified seven categories that align with the Eco Church framework, which we thoroughly encourage churches to follow. Click on the topic headings below to see related resources - they're a great starting point for individuals too.

Worship and teaching

Resources for delivering sermons, prayers, small group courses, services and sung worship.  

Buildings

Resources to support the care and management of our buildings in a way that’s better for the environment and works towards net zero carbon. 

Churchyards

Resources to help us manage our land for the benefit of wildlife and the environment. 

Lifestyle

Resources to support individuals take action to reduce the environmental impact of our daily lives  

Advocacy

Resources to support churches, schools and individuals to speak up for local and global climate issues, particularly focusing on climate justice 

Fundraising

Resources to signpost to funders, and tips on how to fundraise effectively for environmental projects 

Understanding climate, ecology and theology

Reading matter, videos, training courses and podcasts on a wide range of topics that will help individuals to further their understanding of climate issues 

Browse for resources

Enter your own search word(s) in the search box below to find exactly what you are looking for - you might like to try things such as ‘school’, ‘churchyard’, ‘energy’, ‘pray’, ‘children’ etc.

Church heating guidance note flow chart to choose a decarbonised heating system

Description:
One of the Oxford Diocese's collection of guidance notes on church heating types written with Inspired Efficiency
Audience:
Parishes

Church heating guidance note on air-to-air heat pumps

Description:
One of the Oxford Diocese's collection of guidance notes on church heating types written with Inspired Efficiency
Audience:
Parishes

Church heating guidance note on air-to-water heat pumps

Description:
One of the Oxford Diocese's collection of guidance notes on church heating types written with Inspired Efficiency
Audience:
Parishes

Church heating guidance note on heated seat cushions

Description:
One of the Oxford Diocese's collection of guidance notes on church heating types written with Inspired Efficiency
Audience:
Parishes

Church heating guidance note on infrared (IR) panel heaters

Description:
One of the Oxford Diocese's collection of guidance notes on church heating types written with Inspired Efficiency
Audience:
Parishes

Church heating guidance note on overhead infrared (IR) heating

Description:
One of the Oxford Diocese's collection of guidance notes on church heating types written with Inspired Efficiency
Audience:
Parishes

Church heating guidance note on temporary heating solutions

Description:
One of the Oxford Diocese's collection of guidance notes on church heating types written with Inspired Efficiency, advice to help if a boiler breaks
Audience:
Parishes

Church heating guidance note on under pew heating

Description:
One of the Oxford Diocese's collection of guidance notes on church heating types written with Inspired Efficiency
Audience:
Parishes

Church Net Zero technology procurement

Description:
Parish Buying - Save money and energy on supplies from LED lightbulbs to boilers.
Audience:
Parishes

Church of England 2030 Net Zero background

Description:
GS Misc 1262: "Rising to the Challenge: reaching Net Zero by 2030. A Background Paper from the Environment Working Group" Update for General Synod in June 2020. Explains the national Net Zero target and work to estimate the national footprint.
Audience:
Individuals

Church of England Case Studies

Description:
Renewables - Case studies on net zero carbon and the use of renewable technology from the Church of England
Audience:
Parishes

Church of England net zero carbon webinar series

Description:
Fantastic suite of CofE webinars on getting to net zero carbon. Recordings of past webinars on topics to help your church on the journey to net zero carbon. Do not miss this resource!
Audience:
Parishes

Church of England Statement on Sustainability and the Environment

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Joint statement by the Church buildings resources Council and Cathedrals Fabric Commission for England on how the Net Zero 2030 target informs their work. General principles.
Audience:
Parishes

Church underfloor heating guidance

Description:
Introdutory guidance note on underfloor heating from Church Care. This method of heating can suit if a church is used regularly through the week. Underfloor heating
Audience:
Parishes

Churches generating renewable energy and or using low carbon heating solutions

Description:
Renewables - Online map showing location of renewable installations in Church of England buildings. See which are near you.
Audience:
Parishes

Considering church heating options

Description:
A guide to considering heating options for a church by Clare Downing
Audience:
Parishes

Diocese of Oxford Environment Parish Resource Pack

Description:
Easy-to-follow advice on how to improve sustainability, reduce energy consumption and save money for your church, no matter your tradition or location in the Diocese of Oxford.
Audience:
Parishes

DofE sustainability suggestions for schools

Description:
Collection of top tips from the Department of Education suggesting practical ways for schools to become more sustainable, whilst at the same time saving money.
Audience:
Schools

Eco Charter (schools' sustainability)

Description:
A specially designed and flexible programme for schools, that is linked to the Sustainable Development Goals, and allows schools to show progression in becoming sustainable
Audience:
Schools

Eco Church award for a Theological Education Institute case study

Description:
An example of a college working towards Eco College status - Rippon College, Cuddesdon
Audience:
Individuals
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