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We all have a role to play in tackling climate change
2016
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This edition of Footsteps considers how all of us can play a role in making our communities, our agriculture and our activities more sustainable. This includes looking at new sources of renewable energy and adapting agricultural practices.
The future looks difficult for humankind if we cannot come together as a global community to tackle the issue of climate change. There is a real need for Christians to show leadership and support advocacy work.
‘Climate change’ is a term used to describe a large-scale, long-term change in the earth’s weather patterns or average temperatures. It happens partly because of natural causes, but also because of human activities.
God was determined that the Fall would not be the end of the story of creation. He sent Jesus to save us from sin and to make it possible for the relationships between God, humans and the environment to be restored.
A Tearfund partner is working with farmers in Brazil’s semi-arid region. Thanks to their Planting Project, people now have a reliable supply of healthy organic food.
Climate change will affect all of us and is a key issue to advocate about. This article explains different ways to advocate on climate change and suggests ten key questions to consider.
Climate change can affect weather patterns, and this may have a damaging effect on agricultural production. People need to understand what is changing in their situation and consider how to adapt their farming methods. Here are some ideas that may help.
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Periods of intense heat, known as heatwaves, are becoming more common because of climate change. When it is very hot, people can suffer from health problems such as dehydration, heat exhaustion and heatstroke.
Mushroom growing can be a useful way of earning income when climate change makes farming less reliable. You do not need farmland to grow mushrooms, so it is a useful activity in both rural and urban areas.
Nearly 1.5 billion people around the world do not have access to electricity, particularly in rural areas. If you are thinking about starting a renewable energy project in your community, here are some things to consider.
The Eco-bishops are a group of Anglican bishops from around the world, speaking out together about climate change. Footsteps had the privilege of interviewing them about their work.
A Rocha is a Christian wildlife conservation organisation working in 20 countries. They share some activities for helping children and young people to engage with the natural world.
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