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Massachusetts Interfaith Power & Lightis a non-profit initiative offering Massachusetts congregations of every religious tradition a comprehensive means of reducing energy consumption, lowering operating costs, and promoting clean, renewable energy in houses of worship and related buildings. In short, we are a mutual ministry working with the community of faith toward environmental justice and care of creation.
STEM for This Old House of WorshipWhat is STEM? STEM stands for Savings Through Energy Management, a 15-hour program for congregations that teaches the skills needed to reduce energy consumption in their homes and houses of worship. STEM is taught in 5 three-hour sessions, with each session meeting in a different house of worship. At least 5 and as many as 10 congregations join in the training. The STEM program covers all building energy systems. Participants learn how to use professional equipment to test and measure the components of their buildings, and calculate the energy and fuel to be saved by implementing sound practices. The program also includes information on utility rebates. In Massachusetts, STEM is sponsored by MIP&L. MIP&L members receive a $100 reduction in the STEM fee. MIP&L members who are lead organizers in bringing STEM to their community also receive a $25 fee reduction for each participating congregation that also becomes an MIP&L member. Click here for more information. And when you are ready to participate, or if you have any questions, contact us at mipl@mipandl.org. Everyday Stewardship begins with YOU!
Houses of worship leave a notable environmental imprint. Per capita, per hour of use, they're often among the biggest wasters of energy, and the United States has more houses of worship than any other country! Many congregations recognize the moral imperative for stewardship, but don't always stand on the moral "high ground" when it comes to actual energy usage. We need to become better stewards and, in the process, encourage and inspire our congregants to do better at home, school, and work. Membership in MIP&L offers a concrete way to put faith into action. Together, we will work toward environmental justice and care of creation. We will be a powerful religious response to global warming and environmental degradation! If we don't, who will? |
"Recycling"The Earth does not have an endless supply of raw materials. With consumerism and population continuing to grow, it is now more important than ever that we recycle. Click here to find out how you can make a difference!
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