An invitation was extended to me to attend a presentation on Hope for Planet Earth at Park House School on 13 March so Edwina Cooper and I went there at 6 p.m. We had little idea what it was about so we were rather expectant about the evening. Unfortunately the team giving the presentation had been delayed on the road so it did not start until around 7 p.m.
The presentation team consisted of a group of Christian activists, some clergy and scientists, who were dedicated to preserving the environment and helping the third world to survive famine, to adapt to climate change and how organisations such as Tearfund helped through fundraising and awareness, farming in poor countries particularly in Africa. The team also gave a presentation on global pollution and climate change and how Christians could help by individually ensuring maximum energy efficiency in their homes though good insulation and high efficiency appliances, ensure maximum energy saving, using public transport and consider the environment when shopping. One of the presenters said that he had sold his petrol driven car and had bought an electric car. One of the audience at the end of the presentation asked what the team’s views were on nuclear power. One said that it was the susceptible to terrorism while another said there was a shortage of uranium so it could only be a short-term solution.
It was a thought provoking presentation and I am glad that we attended.
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