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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.

The Time is Now' climate song
Description:
The Time is Now' A climate song from onemoresong.co.uk that groups could learn and share.
Audience:
Schools
Link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k3yL_1L85Mk

The Uninhabitable Earth (book)
Description:
The Uninhabitable Earth - A Story of the Future by David Wallace Wells 2019 (also available free in its original article format) - A forthright, occasionally controversial, US journalist has helped to raise awareness of the climate emergency.
Audience:
Individuals
Link:
https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/309727/the-uninhabitable-earth-by-wallace-wells-david/9780241399569

The World We Made (book)
Description:
The World We Made by Jonathon Porritt. Told through the words of Alex McKay, a teacher looking back from 2050, sharing the story of how we got from where we are today (in a pretty bad way, environmentally) to a much better place in the future.
Audience:
Individuals
Link:
http://www.jonathonporritt.com/the-world-we-made/

Theological and environmental book list
Description:
Theological and environmental book list. Creation Care reading list from Winchester Diocese with additions.
Audience:
Individuals
Link:
Book list pdf

Theological resource collection from ACEN
Description:
Anglican Communion Environmental Network resources on the environment and the theology of creation care for children, young people and adults.
Audience:
Parishes
Link:
https://www.anglicancommunion.org/resources.aspx

Theological resources from Operation Noah
Description:
Operation Noah. Environmental theological resources collection.
Audience:
Individuals
Link:
http://operationnoah.org/category/resources/theology/

Theology of environmental care
Description:
Putting Net Zero in its Place. A talk by Revd. Dr Dave Bookless, A Rocha from the 2021 Oxford Diocese Environment Consultation. A clear explanation of the current situation and the theology of care for the environment.
Audience:
Individuals
Link:
https://vimeo.com/513445249/ddb2a08de3

There is no Planet B (book)
Description:
There is no Planet B: A Handbook for the Make or Break Years by Mike Berners-Lee 2019 - Takes big issues, presents the scientific/economic/social questions and suggests radical and inspiring ideas for what we can actually do to help humanity thrive.
Audience:
Individuals
Link:
https://theresnoplanetb.net/

Tips on connecting a local church, community and school
Description:
A recording of a talk to our Greenshoots Network by Revd. Christine Allsopp from Lambourne on increasing links between a local church, community and school
Audience:
Parishes
Link:
https://vimeo.com/790039814/2cbf27af69

Transform Our World Programmes for Schools
Description:
A resource hub for educators who want to introduce environmental education and practical environmental action into their schools.
Audience:
Schools
Link:
https://www.transform-our-world.org/programmes

Trash Nothing
Description:
Website to aid passing on or finding second hand items, to reduce waste and the demand for new products
Audience:
Individuals
Link:
https://trashnothing.com/

Tree planting help for schools,and churches
Description:
The Woodland Trust give free trees to schools and communities, applications open in autumn for delivery the following spring.
Audience:
SchoolsChurches
Link:
https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/plant-trees/schools-and-communities/

Trust for Oxfordshire's Environment
Description:
Trust for Oxfordshire's Environment (TOE) Local Environment Fund. For community groups and other charitable or non-profit organisations throughout Oxfordshire.
Audience:
Parishes
Link:
https://www.trustforoxfordshire.org.uk/

Under The Bright Wings (book)
Description:
Under The Bright Wings by Peter Harris. The story of how A Rocha was founded in the Algarve, Portugal in 1983.
Audience:
Individuals
Link:
https://arocha.org/product/under-the-bright-wings/

United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change.
Description:
UN Framework Convention on Climate Change. The Paris Agreement. The 2015 legally binding international treaty on climate change. Includes a short video - What is the Paris Agreement?
Audience:
Individuals
Link:
https://unfccc.int/process-and-meetings/the-paris-agreement/the-paris-agreement

Veolia Environmental Trust
Description:
Veolia Environmental Trust. Supporting community and environmental projects across England through the Landfill Communities Fund, using money provided by Veolia.
Audience:
Parishes
Link:
https://www.veoliatrust.org/funding/

Visit a Heat Pump
Description:
Links you with a local heat pump owner so you can see one in action and have your questions answered.
Audience:
Individuals
Link:
https://www.visitaheatpump.com/

Walk the Talk Toolkit
Description:
Walk the Talk Toolkit to Accompany the "Roadmap for Congregations, Communities and Churches for an Economy of Life and Ecological Justice" 2021 Ed. Athena Peralta. International resources & case studies, aiming for a more just, sustainable & caring world.
Audience:
Parishes
Link:
https://www.oikoumene.org/resources/publications/walk-the-talk

West Berkshire Council Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) Funds
Description:
Funding from levies on new developments for community projects. Current round open for bids from £10,000 to £100,000 from Monday 26th September until 5pm on Monday 14th November.
Audience:
Parishes
Link:
https://www.westberks.gov.uk/cilbidding%C2%A0

Westmill Community Funding
Description:
Fund for projects within Oxfordshire or within 25 miles of Westmill Solar (SN6 8TY), Energy4All Limited or Community Energy England, that raise awareness of climate change and solutions, that reduce greenhouse gas emissions, or reduce fuel poverty.
Audience:
Parishes
Link:
https://westmillsolar.coop/westmill-community-funding/
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