The Episcopal Ecological Network (EpEN)

On the Topic of Environmentally Sound Practices

Resolution 1991-A111
NOTE: Resolution died with adjournment.

On the Topic of Environmentally Sound Practices
(original text)

Resolved, the House of Bishops concurring, That all future General Conventions of the Episcopal Church be models of the stewardship of God's Creation and that the General Convention Office and the Planning and Arrangements Committee be directed to implement the following actions:

1. Provide recycling centers for newspapers, office paper, computer paper, aluminum cans, glass and plastics;
2. Use recycled paper for printing of resolutions, for computers, and for publications ( The Convention Daily);
3. Use pottery or glassware instead of styrofoam or paper cups;
4. Photocopy both sides of papers distributed to deputies, when possible;
5. Use only white paper when printing; and be it further

and be it further

Resolved, That registration fees be increased if necessary to cover any additional cost incurred to implement these changes; and be it further

Resolved, That the Executive Council implement these and other environmentally responsible actions at the Episcopal Church Center and any conferences it sponsors to reflect a commitment and desire to restore God's Creation to wholeness; and be it further

Resolved, That all provinces and dioceses be strongly urged to take corresponding actions.

Author: The Standing Commission on Human Affairs

Status: This resolution was amended and passed the House of Deputies but was not acted on by the House of Bishops prior to adjournment.

Source: Archives of the Episcopal Church

The EpEN is a national network of active lay and clergy persons within the Episcopal Church, USA, who share a common concern for the environment and a common belief in the presence of God in all Creation and who work to make these concerns and beliefs known throughout all Provinces and Dioceses within the church. Members come from around the Episcopal Church USA. The activities of the EpEN are focused on the areas of Reflection, Education, and Action.

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