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The Green Team Green Ribbon
  Alternative Christmas Ideas

Click to see the list of Environmental and Social Justice oriented "Alternative Christmas Ideas", developed at a congregational meeting in Shaw Hall on Sunday, December 7, 2008.

 Green Sanctuary Program

The UUA has created a 40+ page document called the 'Green Sanctuary Manual',copies of which can be ordered by following the link at:
http://www.uua.org/leaders/leaderslibrary/greensanctuary/118741.shtml

The 'Green Sanctuary' program goes well beyond mere ecological environmental issues. It goes to the core of our Principles. It could even be seen as the Manual for the Implementation of First's 'Vision and Property' declaration passed in 2008. It includes social actions in the widest sense. It encompasses all aspects of our religious life. Our congregation is already involved in many of the aspects required for 'accreditation'. But there is still a long -and continuing - path to go. The Manual describes some very specific projects and activities congregations can undertake.

Click on the following link to see a short summary of that document, with references to page numbers in the original
UUA Green Sancuary Manual (abstract)
 
Green Commitment Tree

At the November 2 services, we told you about our new "Green Commitment Tree".

Members and friends are invited to place leaves on that tree containing commitments to green actions that you and/or your family  take.

As the tree grows, the green actions will provide us all with much to discuss and learn from
Tip of the Week

Are you thinking of planting a tree? LEAF (Local Enhancement & Appreciation of Forests) can help you plant a tree in your backyard. www.leaftoronto.org  The City of Toronto will plant a tree in your front yard. 416-338-TREE http://www.toronto.ca/trees

Past Tips:
 Sign up for Toronto Hydro’s peaksaver program. Your air conditioning will automatically be turned down during times of peak demand. And - you will receive a credit of $50 on your hydro bill.  www.torontohydro.com/peaksaver

Arrange for free pick-up of your old energy-guzzling fridge, which may be wasting up to $120-150 per year in electricity.
www.everykilowattcounts.com/roundup

Are you thinking of installing a solar system for electricity or hot water?
There are community programs that can help. Check out www.ourpower.ca

Are you in the market for a new refrigerator, washing machine, computer, windows etc. Check out the list of Energy Star qualified products at http://oee.nrcan.gc.ca/energystar/english/consumers/index.cfm

You can save energy, water and money. The City of Toronto offers rebates for:  energy-efficient washers ($60) http://www.toronto.ca/watereff/washer- low-water toilets ($60 or $75) http://www.toronto.ca/watereff/flush/index.htm

Are you thinking of installing a solar system for electricity or hot water?
There are community programs that can help. Check out http://www.ourpower.ca
Past Events

Political Forum, October 7

The Green Team congregational initiative is an umbrella under which many environmental projects and actions will be developed.

Working collaboratively with congregational members, the Green Team provides guidance and executes actions to help the congregation adopt environmentally responsible practices.

For more information: greenteam@firstunitariantoronto.org

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