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Global Climate Policy

Since the 1992 Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro, the United Nations and its member States have been working to advance public policies that protect life on Earth by protecting the environment that supports life. The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) is the foundation for much of this work. Faith communities participate in the UNFCCC’s processes.

 

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Wrong Direction

Wrong Direction

The EPA held a hearing in Dallas on Thursday, October 17 to gain input on their proposed elimination of regulations on methane emissions.  The faith community was well...

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Changing the Climate in D.C.

Changing the Climate in D.C.

by Texas Impact Executive Director Bee Moorhead   I spent the first week of May in our nation's capitol, meeting with colleagues from around the country to advocate together...

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Faith Principles for US Climate Policy

Sign on to Faith Principles for a "Green New Deal" click here to add your name The introduction of the Green New Deal resolution in the 116th Congress presents a profound moral...

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U.S. National Statement at COP24

U.S. National Statement at COP24

Today, parties of the COP24 had the opportunity to deliver a national statement to declare their thoughts, hopes, and intentions about the climate negotiations being made. Among...

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