Energy and telecoms

Free resources and support to congregations wishing to incorporate environmental care more widely into their church life and mission.

Energy Conservation

The General Trustees have secured energy contracts for our portfolio, delivering significant savings on gas and electricity costs for many congregations. For more details, please contact us at gtenergy@churchofscotland.org.uk.

Telecoms

If your building has telecoms equipment installed, or if you've been approached by a telecoms company, please contact us at GtTelecoms@churchofscotland.org.uk for further information.

Better Heating Scheme

The Church of Scotland has taken a leading role in the energy conservation field and the General Trustees offer subsidies to encourage congregations to obtain a survey from their heating consultant.

Under the Better Heating Scheme, which is administered by the Church of Scotland General Trustees, congregations can obtain, for a modest fee, skilled advice on how to save money on heating bills and improving the standard of comfort in buildings. You can download these guides for more information on this service, including costs, subsidies, and points to note, as well as heating tips for property conveners.

The Eco-Congregation Programme

This environmental programme offers free resources and support to congregations wishing to incorporate environmental care more widely into their church life and mission. The resources support existing activities such as worship, teaching, children's and youthwork, maintaining buildings and grounds and engaging with the wider community. Visit their website.

Eco-Congregations Scotland also provide practical advice on reducing energy bills.