Quick answer
Eco Diocese is the diocesan-level equivalent of A Rocha UK's Eco Church scheme. Dioceses qualify by demonstrating environmental commitment across operations, parish engagement, and policy. Bronze, Silver, Gold awards. Most CofE dioceses are now registered.
Full answer
Eco Diocese launched in 2017 as the diocesan extension of Eco Church (which started 2016 for parishes). Five categories: Worship and Teaching, Buildings, Land, Community and Global Engagement, Lifestyle.
Active diocesan accreditation status (mid-2026): Salisbury (Gold), Oxford (Silver, applying for Gold), Bristol (Silver), Manchester (Bronze), London (Bronze), Leeds (Bronze).
For parishes, diocesan Eco Diocese status matters because diocesan capital programmes often prioritise parishes contributing to the diocesan award trajectory. Eco Church credits feed vertically into Eco Diocese certification.
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