Lib Dems have always taken the lead in environmental issues - from local recycling, to the role of industry and green taxes. Other areas of society and organisations (even the other parties!) are starting to wake up to the issue too.

As Christians, we believe God has entrusted us as stewards of his creation - whether you believe in a literal creation or some other way. In recognition of this, Christian Aid has recently launched a Climate Change campaign of its own.

Sarah Spinney from Christian Aid gave a presentation on the campaign at LDCF's fringe event at the Spring 2007 Conference. The campaign encourages Christians (and all people) to take action on climate change:

1. Get the facts - to educate yourself and others. When people know the size of the issue and the simplicity of the solutions, then they can start to act.

2. Take action - contact the Government and big businesses to alert them to your concerns

3. Switch to electricity companies which produce energy from renewable sources.

4. Cut the carbon

5. Be resourceful

More detail about the campaign can be found on the Christian Aid website.

STOP PRESS: Tearfund have also launched a Climate Change campaign, challenging churches to do their part - more detail can be found at their website.