Climate Connections Teens, churches, and a grocery store take climate action in Milwaukee
Dec 26, 2025
Discover how the Greening Congregations Initiative empowers Milwaukee's faith groups and local businesses to combat climate change. Learn about community projects at key hubs like churches that serve as food pantries and daycares. These efforts aim to reduce carbon emissions and enhance resilience against flooding. It's a vibrant mix of innovation and community spirit tackling climate action!
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Local Buildings Adopt Simple Green Fixes
- Bethel Bethany United Church of Christ cut electric bills by switching to LED lights.
- The Sherman Park grocery store installed a 50-gallon rain barrel to capture roof stormwater.
Program Links Emissions And Flooding Solutions
- The Greening Congregations Initiative helps faith groups, small businesses, and apartments implement climate solutions.
- Projects both cut carbon and reduce stormwater, addressing more intense downpours from climate change.
Engage Youth And Use Community Hubs
- Hire local high school students to help with projects to expose them to environmental careers.
- Place projects at community hubs so the whole neighborhood sees climate solutions in action.