* FINAL VERSION - Concurred
Resolution:A045
Title:Restricting use of Bottled Water, Energy and Water Conservation
Topic:Environment
Committee:09 - National and International Concerns
House of Initial Action:Deputies
Proposer:Standing Commission on Anglican and International Peace with Justice Concerns

Resolved, the House of Bishops concurring, That the 76th General Convention ask the Church to restrict the use of bottled water at General Convention and at other Church-sponsored activities where safe, because of the extreme negative environmental impact that attends its production; and be it further

Resolved, That every baptized Christian be encouraged to practice simple energy and water conservation techniques so that, by working together, we may restore the beauty of God's creation and ensure that this resource may again be available to all God's children in abundance.

* Note: The final language, as well as the final status of each resolution, is being reviewed by the General Convention office. The Journal of the 76th General Convention and the Constitution and Canons will be published once the review process has been completed.