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Laudato Si' 101: Catholic University students boost energy efficiency at Newark Archdiocese
… a range of possible upgrades, from simple steps like upgrading insulation to more complex solar installations. The report didn't come from the local utility or a solar developer or even the archdiocese's facilities manager. Instead, it was compiled by college … emissions no later than 2050. While some U.S. dioceses have made energy upgrades and installed solar power, others have trailed behind. Just 32 of the 195 U.S. dioceses have enrolled in the …
How Trump's USAID shutdown threatens the world's climate goals
… USAID-sponsored auctions generated almost $7 billion in investment to build 5.4 gigawatts of solar and wind energy, enough to power millions of homes — without further USAID support. The …
Interfaith climate group shuts national office amid Trump environmental attacks
… It has mobilized religious communities and houses of worship across the country to adopt solar power and take other energy-saving steps; to support federal regulations and legislation …
All should pray for President Trump, even those who hate him
… — is sacrificing the common good to a limited number of complainers, whether it is to stop solar panels and wind turbines or multifamily dwellings in single-family neighborhoods. We are …
Catholics will accept a common date for Easter in East, West, pope says
… is what Christians used in the fourth century, was increasingly out of sync with the actual solar year, so March 21 — generally assumed to be the date of the Northern Hemisphere's spring …
Deb Haaland, America's first Native Cabinet secretary, considers her legacy
… You might have heard of Governor Lewis (of the Gila River Indian Community) with an amazing solar energy project on his tribal lands. These are all things that happened under this …
Faith organizations have a complex relationship to disaster relief
… said. "People know where they are." She dreams of ensuring churches have backup generators, solar power, even Expo markers and whiteboards, to be better prepared for next time. Because …
Climate clashes with Trump could await as Cardinal McElroy heads to DC
… From that sunny, coastal perch in Southern California, McElroy oversaw the expansion of solar power at parishes, the buildup of a creation care office, and divestment of the diocese's … Si' was published, McElroy quickly encouraged churches in the diocese to consider installing solar panels. To date, roughly 70% of its 97 parishes have done so. In addition, the diocesan … During his time in Washington, Catholic Charities finished the installation of the largest solar project in the district , a 5,072-panel array that Gregory blessed. An archdiocesan …
Jimmy Carter's environmental legacy lives on in communities of faith
… Americans to adopt energy-saving measures at home. Carter led by example, famously installing solar panels on the White House — an unprecedented gesture that demonstrated his belief in …
Under siege, Catholic priests in war-torn Gaza and the West Bank care for the faithful
… taking refuge, relying on limited energetical resources like a damaged generator and a few solar panels. "For those with serious illnesses, it's almost a death sentence," Romanelli said. …
How to take climate change out of the culture wars
… to share some of Trump's reservations. Four years ago, 84% of Republicans supported new solar farms; by this spring, the number had slumped to 64% according to polling from Pew Research …
Biden just set a big new climate goal. Can the US achieve it?
… said he plans to do. Fundamental market forces are also at work. The prices of renewables like solar panels and wind turbines, plus the batteries to store that energy, have been plummeting. … Zaidi said. "Retired nuclear plants are coming back online. America is racing forward on solar and batteries. Not just the deployment, but also the means to stamp those products ‘Made in …
Pope Francis' eco-village to promote ecological conversion at 2025 Jubilee
… with the environment. The aim of the Borgo is to become self-sustainable through the use of solar panels and to achieve zero water waste. Francis, who reinforced the care of creation in his …
Amid shortages and blackouts, sisters accompany people of Cuba
… island generously in the past. Reuters reported that Cuba will let a Chinese company put up solar panels and use other solar technology to alleviate some of the problems, although it is not known how they will be …
Missouri farmer's faith drives him to innovate, stand up for farmers and communities
… — "primarily in countries that are remote and that rely on independent energy sources, like solar," he said. The business model is built on human relationships and trust, along with …
US bishops discuss Laudato Si' for first time in nearly a decade
… Davenport in Iowa, and San Diego are seen as leaders. Numerous dioceses have installed solar panels , undergone energy efficiency upgrades and hosted a "Green Mass." Earlier this …
The climate stakes of the Harris-Trump election
… the form of rebates and tax credits for a consumer to get an EV and electrify their home with solar panels, a heat pump and an induction stove. (Though the funding available for renters is … market forces were setting clean energy on a path to replace fossil fuels. The price of solar power dropped by 90% between 2010 and 2020. And like any technology, electric appliances …
As climate intensifies weather disasters, Catholic Charities deploys for recovery
… … In the wake of the recent hurricanes, Catholic Charities USA has provided blankets and solar lights in addition to other goods and services. In some cases, partner organizations donate …
Who's mailing the Catholic Tribune? It's not the church, it's partisan media.
… Journalism at Columbia University, recently reported on a misinformation campaign against solar energy in Ohio aided by Metric Media that included distribution of a similar unfamiliar …
Uplifting Latino Catholic values can build more inclusive Season of Creation
… it was more effective to work with wealthier communities with the financial means to purchase solar panels and install other energy-saving devices. As these examples illustrate, even though … through seemingly virtuous acts that are connected to consumerism, such as installing solar panels or driving an electric vehicle . In contrast to narratives of crisis and alarm, …