Electric Stewardship
Encouraging energy efficiency as a means of Christian stewardship
Electric Stewardship is a project of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) in which congregations care for God’s creation through energy conservation and energy efficiency. The 1990 General Assembly calls on the church in its own life to teach, exemplify and advocate for energy efficiency. There are many ways to take care of God's creation; saving electricity is a good first step.
How can my church participate in Electric Stewardship?
Electric Stewardship: Plug Into Conservation asks churches to undergo energy audits and to put into action at least one of the new energy saving steps recommended by the audit. Suggestions from an energy audit might range from turning off lights when rooms are not in use to replacing old appliances with updated energy-saving models. Find out how to be an Electric Steward Congregation.
Why are Christians involved in Electric Stewardship?
Creation is precious
God created the earth and all that is in it and declared it good. Wondrous complexity, interdependence and beauty mark God’s creation (Genesis 1:1). Human beings are called by God to the task of stewardship — taking care of the earth respectfully for its own sake and for present and future generations that they may live on it and enjoy its fruits (Genesis 2:15).