Net Zero Portal

Journeying towards a net zero church

Resources

Events: Alastair McIntosh to speak at Hope for Creation Conference

14th September 2026

Events: Net Zero Team Completes Summer Season of Benefact Trust Open Church Events

8th September 2026

Funding: Scotland’s Places of Worship Pilot Fund – VAT repayment programme, repairs and net zero works eligible!

2nd September 2026

Funding: Full funding for solar project feasibility and development work available – Limited application window!

26th August 2026

Funding: New funding available for EV charge points in rural Scotland

31st July 2026

Case Study: St Luke’s Becomes a Net Zero Church to Continue Serving Glenrothes

28th July 2026

Case Study: New Toilets and Net Zero Ambitions at St James Leith

23rd July 2026

Case Study: St Peter’s Switches to Low Carbon Infrared Heating

23rd June 2026

From Vision to Reality: St Columba’s Stanley’s Journey Towards Net Zero

10th June 2026

8th June 2026

Stories

Funding

Sustainable Travel

EFT

Events

Meet the Team

Paul Williams

Net Zero Delivery Director

Paul oversees the team and is responsible for the development and delivery of the net zero programme. Paul is the contact for the Province.

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Bethany Nelson

Empowerment Coordinator

Bethany improves communication through sharing resources and stories. Bethany is the contact for St Andrews, Dunkeld & Dunblane.

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Jack Nevin

Innovation Coordinator

Jack delivers net zero training, learning opportunities and funding guidance. Jack is the contact for Aberdeen & Orkney and Brechin.

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Iain Johnstone

Sustainability Officer

Iain advises on environmental audits, procurement and legislation. Iain is the contact for Argyll & TI and Glasgow & Galloway.

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Neil Rawlins

Carbon Projects and Data Officer

Neil analyses carbon data and identifies potential projects and energy reduction opportunities. Neil is the contact for Edinburgh.

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Daniel Prince has now retired

The Provincial Environment Group supports the Scottish Episcopal Church in responding to the triple planetary crises of climate change, biodiversity loss and air pollution.