CoIPL seeks congregational members who will enter a covenant to work toward a more sustainable future.   A group within the congregation can also enroll as a congregational member.   Congregations can pick one or more of the following activities to commit to:

• Arrange for an energy audit of your congregation and begin making energy efficiency improvements to our congregation’s buildings;
• Adopt more environment-friendly practices for purchasing, using, and disposing of supplies and for transportation for congregation-related purposes;
• Make a meaningful annual financial contribution to CoIPL (checks may be made out to CoIPL); donations of $100 or more entitle the congregation to a free education program. 
• Encourage your members to join/support CoIPL as individuals;
• Hold an educational program or study series for our members and/or neighbors on energy stewardship and climate change;
• Advocate with public officials to reduce the threat of climate change through public policy;
• Establish an ongoing group (e.g., “green team,” “creation care,” “earth stewardship committee”) within the congregation to address climate change and other environmental concerns.

Congregational Member Benefits

• Discounts on educational events at your congregation
• Lending video library
• Discounts on energy efficiency products at the Shop IPL website
• E-newsletters
• E-action alerts
• Special evening events
• Discounts on Eco Audits for congregational buildings
• Cool Congregations Programs for congregation members walking the path to a more sustainable lifestyle

Click here for a downloadable Congregational Membership form.