Northern Virginia and the D.C. area offer a wealth of resources and examples of faithful work on climate change.
Local Leaders
Knox Presbyterian Church has transformed several areas into native and pollinator gardens. The church is a designated Monarch Way Station, and church members have led the development of a community pollinator garden. Cindy Wackerbath, a member of the church, is available to answer questions about resources for native and pollinator gardens. Email Cindy Wackerbath
St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Springfield has installed a geothermal system. Dan Ancona, a member of the church, led its installation, and is available to answer questions about the process. Email Dan Ancona
St. John Neumann Catholic Parish reduced its energy use by 28% over the course of one year. Ed Sabo, a member of the parish, is available to talk about how members and staff can work together to achieve energy efficiency. Email Ed Sabo
Mount Vernon Unitarian Universalist Church has installed a large solar panel array on its roof. Lynn Alsmeyer-Johnson, a member of the church, is available to answer questions. An excellent starting place for solar panel installation is IPL—DMV’s guide “Going Solar for Congregations”. Email Lynn Alsmeyer-Johnson
Local and National Organizations
Faith Alliance for Climate Solutions works in close partnership with IPL—DMV. Interfaith Power and Light Website