Our Work
Guided by biblical teaching, the National Religious Partnership for the Environment seeks to encourage people of faith to weave values and programs of care for God's creation throughout the entire fabric of religious life and to bring the religious voice to the forefront as we join together to address environmental concerns and care for God's Earth and God's people.
Issues
ClimateClimate
As a profound reflection on the fundamental nature of our relationship to Creation, climate change is one of the most concerning issues to faith leaders of many faith traditions. The burdens of climate change impacts aren't borne by us equally and part of our work requires us to attend to climate justice.
Water
Clean water is both a fundamental spiritual and physical need. Water, with its connective and restorative properties, helps us connect with God's creation and helps sustain us. Attending to clean water access is an important part of our need to address environmental justice.
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Species Protection
The religious community has a particular care for God's creatures. Every species is part of a fragile web of life, and the loss of a species is an irreparable blow to the balance of an entire ecosystem. We can provide for a new "Noah's Ark" through species protection.
Land
Access to land is one of the most tangible issues of environmental justice; in addition, beautiful, pristine lands help us feel a sense of awe at the marvel of God's creation and allow us to reflect on and connect to our spirituality. Our stories are held on God's lands and our faith walk requires us to ensure that public lands tell the stories of all communities.
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Latest News
NRPE Releases Report Documenting Black Church Public Land Perspectives and Priorities
NRPE released a report outlining the perspectives and priorities of Black church leaders regarding public lands. Read the report here.