Properties used for religious worship have unique characteristics that present challenges for energy and sustainability initiatives:
- Space is frequently unoccupied
- Funding for capital improvements may be limited
- Some large congregations blend worship space with multi-use facilities
Despite these challenges, houses of worship may be strong candidates for energy and sustainability:
- Eco-conscious projects align with social values and appeal to members
- Efficiency projects with longer payback periods may be possible due to the longer time horizon typically associated with non-profits
- Lowering energy consumption provides a hedge against rising costs
- Time-sensitive incentives are available
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Typical Energy Consumption
- Heating, cooling, and ventilation consume a much greater fraction of total energy at religious worship facilities than at most other property types
- Most congregations can save up to 30% on energy costs by upgrading facilities and using and maintaining efficient equipment1
1Source: ENERGY STAR