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… Damian Costello … Before Pope Francis, Pope Benedict was called "the Green Pope." This may be mostly due to how he moved the needle forward in recognizing …

… people waited in lines outside St. Peter's Basilica this week to pay their final respects to Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, it's likely more than a few spotted the glimmer of sunlight … popemobile were among visible actions taken by Benedict that led him to being dubbed "the green pope" as early as 2008, the year the panels were installed. While important signs, … about God, into action," Schaefer said. Such actions helped earn Benedict the moniker of "the green pope," which was highlighted in news coverage from outlets like Newsweek and National …

… Catholics has been on full display this week as they rush to canonize or demonize the late Pope Benedict XVI, and to contrast his time as pope with that of the current pontiff, Pope Francis. Raymond Arroyo was on Fox News explaining, … said. "We can see this in two ways. First, Benedict's environmentalism — he was known as 'the green pope' — set the scene for Laudato Si' . And in Caritas in Veritate , Benedict argued that …

… the state that will suffer most from global warming and sea rise, just gave Republicans the green light to run their state. On the other side of the aisle, Democrats passed the Inflation … official, "should be guided by the awareness that either we win together or we lose together." Pope Francis was outspoken about environmental issues in his encyclical "Laudato Si." He was not the first pope to have these concerns. Pope Benedict XVI was referred to as the "green pope" after he had solar panels installed on the roof of the papal audience hall. Both …

… and climate change? The search for that answer is made a little easier thanks to the current pope. In his 2015 social encyclical on the environment and human ecology, " Laudato Si', Care of Our Common Home ," Pope Francis begins by chronicling what past popes have said about the environment, global … change. Have popes addressed it more directly? … Pope Benedict XVI, who was nicknamed "the green pope," specifically addressed "climate change" in numerous statements and speeches. That …

… Michael Sean Winters … Pope Francis' decision to name 13 new cardinals , of whom 10 will be eligible to vote in the next … Amazon basin in protecting the global environment, an issue near and dear to the heart of this pope and his predecessor. Those Catholics who are upset with some of the things Francis has said … he is fully in line with the work undertaken by Pope Benedict XVI, who was known as " the green pope " during his pontificate. The other reason Francis is putting 10 new electors into the …

… Congress, most especially Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, represent are on full display in the Green New Deal and its roll out. It is usually impossible to disentangle the politics from the … Charles Koch at the Catholic University of America. The fawning over Koch happened  after  Pope Francis had published " Laudato Si' , on Care for Our Common Home" and after Pope Benedict XVI had earned himself the title "the green pope" for his concern about climate change.   So kudos to Ocasio-Cortez for lending her …

… Michael Sean Winters … The fourth episode in CNN's series " Pope: The Most Powerful Man in History " aired last night and it provoked more ambivalence than … between Francis and his predecessors. For example, Pope Benedict XVI was known as "the Green Pope" for his initiatives in ecological protection, but from this CNN episode you would …

… is right and that the staff ran amok on this brief or not. At Vatican Insider , at the time of Pope Francis' election, Pope Emeritus Benedict pledged his "total obedience" to the new pope and, by all reports, he has … his efforts on behalf of the environment. Long before Laudato Si' , Benedict was known as "the green pope." Francis has upped the ante, to be sure, but Benedict got the ball rolling. More …

… Brian Roewe … El Papa's got a brand new car. And it's electric. In December, Pope Francis received a Nissan Leaf electric car as a birthday present from Jochen Wermuth of … carmaker Renault donated two electric vehicles to Pope Benedict XVI, himself nicknamed the "green pope" for his own writings on ecology and creation care, as well as overseeing the … Wermuth, who is Protestant, added later in an interview with NCR at the conference that "A green industrial revolution is under way because renewable power and electric cars are now …

… families in need since the growing season began. The recent strong environmental message from Pope Francis boosts her spirits. "It's an obligation for us to preserve our earth, to keep it … It's encouraging the faith community to better care for the earth, from forming a parish "green team" and using rain barrels to conserve water to saying grace before meals and sharing … consumerism; Pope Benedict XVI had solar panels installed at the Vatican and was dubbed the "green pope"; and Francis has written the first encyclical dedicated to environmental concerns. …

… the institute convened at the University of Portland July 19-23, focusing on the message of Pope Francis' encyclical on the environment, " Laudato Si ', on Care for Our Common Home." … other things, Wenski suggested that diocesan building committees make sure they are putting up green buildings. Francis' encyclical emerges from the teachings of popes that preceded him, said … of the Portland archdiocese. The pope often cites Pope Benedict XVI, who is known as the "green" pope. It was under Benedict that the Vatican added solar panels and preserved a Hungarian …

… Rosie Scammell … Religion News Service … Pope Francis last month attracted international attention with the release of his environmental … Vatican's tough environmental stance preceded Francis' term. Benedict XVI was nicknamed the "green pope" for vowing in 2007 to make the Holy See the first carbon-neutral country. The plan … agenda. Although the Holy See has gained a positive reputation among environmentalists for a green approach, the effects of air travel cannot be excluded from an individual or country's …

… all kinds of questions (some you probably didn't even think to ask) from behind the scenes of Pope Francis' trip to the Philippines, like: What did Francis and Cardinal Luis Tagle have for … Francis out of Tacloban? How much trash did Mass-goers leave behind in Luneta Park? (The Green Pope Francis fmight find this disturbting.) How did organizers prepare Communion for all …

… than ready to kiss 2014 goodbye. But if there was one person who brightened the year, it was Pope Francis. It’s not that he’s perfect – he still needs that course in Feminist Theology 101 – … in 2015? If I were speaking to him directly, this is what I would suggest: … Become the “Green Pope of 2015.” … With your encyclical on climate change reportedly coming out in early …

… it “half-baked,” criticizing the few specifics on emission-cutting plans or financing for the Green Climate Fund, currently at $10 billion by expected to provide by 2020 $100 billion annually … might have ebbed at Lima’s end, another may rise in 2015 from within the religious community. Pope Francis’ encyclical on the environment is expected at some point during the first part of … summit’s final days, Francis sent a message to delegates -- as Pope Benedict XVI (aka, the “green” pope) had done in 2011 in Durban, South Africa , and in 2009 in Copenhagen, Denmark -- …

… on a good day, I get discouraged thinking about the coming conclave and the election of a new pope. The “leading” candidates, as named in the media, are so-o-o traditional in their views, … needs to become a strong voice for action on climate change. Pope Benedict XVI was called the “green pope” for his views and actions on this issue . But the new pope needs to become a leading … advocate on these issues. The World Council of Churches has a climate justice campaign. “Green Muslims” are beginning to appear everywhere, and the Jewish community has leading advocates …

… Tony Magliano … Being pope is a tough job. If he's liberal, the conservatives will criticize him. If he's conservative, … at some of his most notable and challenging contributions here. First off, more than any other pope, he has taught and encouraged us to cherish and protect the environment. In fact, he has earned the unique distinction of being called " the green pope ." In his 2010 World Day of Peace message, "If You Want to Cultivate Peace, Protect …

… Brian Roewe … On Monday, Pope Benedict XVI shook the world with news of his resignation. But during the course of his … as pope, he sought to affect the planet through conservation of its resources. Deemed the "green pope" by many, Benedict, 85, has spoken often of the need for greater care for creation … will oversee any additional eco-friendly upgrades at the Vatican. But perhaps his last green contribution will come by way of ensuring a greenhouse-gasless smoke announces his …

… John L. Allen Jr. … John Paul II used to be known as the pope of surprises, forever doing things Roman pontiffs simply hadn't done before. With the … his critique of capitalism and a strong environmental emphasis for which he was dubbed the "Green Pope." The pontiff could also flex disciplinary muscle. A sweeping crackdown was launched …