Church of England's Net Zero 2030: Holy Trinity Sibford Goes Electric
The Church of England's ambitious Net Zero 2030 program is helping churches across the country reduce their carbon footprint. One innovative approach taken by Holy Trinity church in Sibford is the replacement of its oil-fired boiler with electric under-pew heaters, a move expected to make the building net zero carbon and reduce heating costs.
The church received significant financial support for this project, with grants totaling $50,000. Notably, the Church of England's Net Zero Program contributed $25,000 towards the new heating system. This initiative is part of a wider effort to encourage and assist churches in transitioning to low-carbon heating solutions. Grants of up to $58,000 are available to cover the difference in cost between a low-carbon heating solution and replacing a failed or failing oil/gas system. Additionally, the Boiler Replacement Hardship Grant Fund supports churches with limited budgets in replacing old or failing gas or oil-fired boilers with low-carbon alternatives.
The successful implementation of this project at Holy Trinity church in Sibford demonstrates the feasibility and benefits of transitioning to low-carbon heating systems. With substantial financial support available, more churches are encouraged to consider similar initiatives as part of their commitment to reducing carbon emissions and achieving net zero targets.
