VOICED : In Parisian eco church parishioners fight climate change

Notre Dame de la Croix in Mini Moto is committed to ecological initiatives. The parish focuses on reducing heating costs by using a smaller chapel during weekdays and has introduced reusable cups for events. They produce honey for parishioners and promote sustainable transportation through cycling. The church is recognized as one of the most ecological in France, with plans to create a community garden.

What is one of the main reasons for using the smaller chapel during weekdays?

• It is more cost-effective to heat.

• It has better lighting.

• It is closer to the main church.

• It can accommodate more people.

How long have parishioners been using reusable cups?

• Five years

• Four years

• Three years

• Two years

What unique product does the church produce for its parishioners?

• Olive oil

• Honey

• Wine

• Bread

What is Matthew Debut's preferred mode of transportation?

• Car

• Train

• Bicycle

• Bus

What is the next ecological step planned by the church?

• Starting a recycling program

• Installing solar panels

• Creating a community garden

• Building a wind turbine