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The Diocese of London aims to be a leader in the field of environmental concern and action. We believe that care for the natural environment, which is God’s creation, is a fundamental duty for all Christians.

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/ 6 March 2014

London Diocesan House slashes carbon footprint

The Diocese of London’s office, in Causton Street London SW1, has made huge progress on the road to eliminating its carbon footprint, achieving a staggering 96 percent reduction in net greenhouse gas emissions, between 2005 and 2012. 

/ 12 February 2014

General Synod reaffirms Church’s commitment to leading role in effort against climate change

General Synod has re-affirmed the Church of England’s commitment to play a leading role in the effort to prevent dangerous climate change.

/ 4 December 2013

London Churchyards Ecology Survey grows and flourishes

Our Churchyards Ecology Survey has made a great start. Our ecologists have analysed 900 London churchyards. Just 15 churchyards visited so far are havens for dozens of species of trees and lichens; slow worms, newts, birds and bats; and much more. 

/ 28 October 2013

Speech on the Energy Bill

Speech given to the House of Lords at the Report Stage of the Energy Bill.

/ 18 March 2013

No paper, respect words!

Churches want to recycle as much of their waste as possible. But local authorities don’t always make this easy.

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