The Cool Congregations Challenge
This annual national contest to recognizes “Cool Congregations” that are becoming energy efficient and sustainable role models within their communities. The contest is brought to you by Interfaith Power & Light, a nonprofit organization inspiring and mobilizing people of faith and conscience to take bold and just action on climate. There are no fees to enter. Application period opens November 1 each year. Deadline for entries, December 15. Get ready to enter the Challenge!
Projects completed in 2022, 2023, and 2024 will be eligible to apply. Deadline Dec 15, 2024, awards announced in February 2025.
Apply at coolcongregations.org/the-challenge
$1,000 prize will go to the winning contestant in each category:
- Cool Congregations Planner
- Energy Saver
- Renewable Role Model
- Sacred Grounds
- Community Inspiration
- Electric Vehicle Leader
NEW! Electric Vehicle Leader category for congregations that have encouraged EV adoption. This category includes: EVs (Congregants and Staff) • Congregational EV Charging Stations • Outreach • Educating and Advocating for EVs. (Includes all-electric vehicles, plug-in hybrids and electric bikes. If your congregation is working on reducing transportation emission through public transportation or carpooling, apply to the Community Inspiration category.)