The goals of HIPL are to raise awareness of the spiritual importance of global warming among diverse faith communities, provide inspiration and resources for taking action, and advocate on behalf of policies that promote energy efficiency, conservation, and renewable energy.
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Cool Congregations Training on Maui 
Saturday, 16 June 2012
Location to be determined soon
Due to a last-minute schedule conflict, we have rescheduled our Maui Cool Congregations training to
June 16. You may still register or learn more at
our Cool Congregations webpage.
Three Months of FREE Virtual and Live Events Empowering You to Connect, Collaborate and Create a Sustainable Community and World
March 26 – June 22, 2012 To listen in via phone or internet, go to
springofsustainability.com
The Economics of Happiness
Mar 10Saturday, 10 March 2012, 1:00 PM
Church of the Crossroads
1212 University Ave., Honolulu
Award-winning author and filmmaker Helena Norberg-Hodge leads a film viewing and panel discussion. See the
flyer or read more...
For Christians, Lent is a season of reflection, personal sacrifice, and preparation for the
celebration of life over death. HIPL has put together our own
resources to help you reduce your carbon footprint by going on a carbon fast, including our own
Lenten calendar for 2012. If you or your congregation decides to
participate, let us know!
How big is the human footprint on the Earth? How much land, water, and other resources do we require
per captia in the US vs China? The Global Footprint Network has
released its 2010 report on just these topics. Check out the interactive chart below, which will
be embedded on our Resources page. Sep 17
Saturday, 17 September 2011, 9:00 AM-1:00 PM
Central Union Church
1660 S. Beretania St.
Save the date! HIPL and the Central Union Church Green Team are co-sponsoring a train-the-trainers workshop for
the national Interfaith Power and Light Cool Congregations program.
See our HIPL Cool Congregations webpage for more info and to register.
In the news...The latest issue of the National Catholic Reporter includes an article on the Cool Congregations program.
Climate Change Adaptation, Mitigation, and the Law
Jul 27Wednesday, 27 July 2011, 7:00 PM
UH-Manoa Architecture Auditorium
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Dr. Maxine Burkett will be discussing the role of law and policy in responding to climate change for island communities in the Pacific region...(more).
Film Viewing and Discussion of "Carbon Nation"
Jul 27Wednesday, 27 July 2011, 6:30-8:30 PM
Luke Lecture Hall, Wo International Center, Punahou School
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There will be a free public screening of the documentary film " Carbon Nation" at Punahou School followed by a discussion with Lt. Gov. Brian Schatz and others...(more).
ShopIPL is featuring a new plug-in energy monitor from Belkin. Check out the video below to learn more about this new product.
Financing Photovoltaics for Your Faith Community
How can your faith community afford to install a photovoltaic system? Check out our resources for how you can afford to either purchase or lease a PV system for your community buildings.
Check out Shop IPL, an online energy efficiency store for faith communities and their members sponsored by
Interfaith Power and Light.
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