Newton Faith communities looking to reduce costs while embracing sustainability are invited to attend a free event, Save Money & Go Green: Energy Solutions for Your Faith Community, on April 29, 9AM to 10:30AM at Temple Emanuel (385 Ward Street, Newton). The event will bring together congregational leaders, clergy, green teams, and congregants to explore practical ways to lower expenses and make faith communities more sustainable.
Participants will hear from experts at Elephant Energy, ReVision Energy, and the Community Purchase Alliance – Massachusetts. Attendees will learn actionable insights on how congregations can cut costs on energy improvements, lower operational expenses, and purchase supplies more affordably through bulk purchasing programs. They will also have the opportunity to engage in discussions about their own experiences with sustainability efforts and share best practices with others.
“This event is a great opportunity for faith communities to learn how they can save money while taking meaningful steps to care for the environment,” said Judy Lehrer Jacobs, Green Newton Executive Director. “By working together and learning from experts, congregations can make impactful changes that benefit their budgets and the planet.”
“Sustainability and financial stewardship go hand in hand,” added Demie Stathoplos of the First Unitarian Universalist Society in Newton’s Climate Action Task Force. “This event will showcase practical solutions that allow congregations to reduce costs while living out their values of caring for creation.”
This gathering is designed for clergy, board members, financial teams, green team members, property managers, and all congregants interested in sustainability and cost savings. It aims to provide valuable tools and resources for congregations already implementing green initiatives or just starting out.
RSVP is requested at greennewton.org/worship-spring2025.
The event is sponsored by Green Newton, Temple Emanuel, First Unitarian Universalist Society in Newton’s Climate Action Task Force, and the Boston Catholic Climate Movement.
