The Church of England's Energy Footprint Tool (EFT) for 2026 is now open for churches.
Completing the EFT is part of the Church's shared journey to net zero. Each year, the data collected helps build a clearer picture of carbon use, and helps parishes and dioceses act more strategically together to reduce emissions.
By filling in the EFT, churches are enabled to:
- make wise, targeted decisions to reduce their carbon footprint
- reduce their energy costs
- gain access to lots of new net zero funding for churches
All a church needs to complete it, is access to their energy bills for the previous year. Read more on the National Church's EFT webpage
Kayleigh Ward, Net Zero Adviser for the Diocese of Rochester says that filling in the Energy Footprint Tool is an unseen but essential act of caring for God’s people and creation.
"We are so grateful that 88 per cent of churches took the time to complete the Tool last year, as it has really helped the Net Zero Team to plan and target our resources effectively.
"We hope to increase the number of churches completing this year and are here to support them with any questions or challenges they may have."
The EFT is open from Monday 12 January until 30 June, 2026
Get started right away:
- Complete the Energy Footprint Tool online
- Use this Word document (direct download), if preferred, to collate the information before inputting online -
- View a step by step guide
- Sign up to a webinar on 29 January, hosted by Kayleigh (Net Zero Adviser) who will to walk through the EFT process and answer any questions
If you need further help please don't hestiate to contact the Net Zero Adviser for Rochester Diocese: kayleigh.ward@rochester.anglican.org or 01634 560000.