Washtenaw Houses of Worship and Nonprofits

Are you a member of a congregation or non-profit in Washtenaw County? If so, the Ann Arbor / Washtenaw 2030 District task force, Houses of Worship (HoW), is inviting your congregation to create a Green Task Force for your congregation or non-profit!

If interested or want to know more, contact us at: Murray Rosenthal scibridge0@gmail.com

HoW Green Team Topics

Common religious beliefs and values on energy stewardship
Reasons for making energy improvements to your building
Quick wins – how to get the best bang for your energy improvement buck
Funding for HoW energy use improvements
Monitoring your energy use ● Payback! How do we determine the payback period for energy improvement projects?
LED Lighting – pluses and minuses ● Solar Panel Funding. Can a House of Worship take advantage of the Federal Investment Tax Credit?
HVAC systems – energy efficiency versus performance. Can HVAC improvements reduce the risk of COVID-19 infections?

Heat pumps for Houses of Worship
Insulation improvements for Houses of Worship
The process of getting your project approved by your Board / Vestry / Elders. Forming a consensus!
Saving water
Recycling and composting
Water gardens
Outside lighting upgrades
Talks from experts and vendors who provide energy saving improvements
Volunteer opportunities for organizations that support energy stewardship