In the late 1980's and early 1990's, interest in addressing the environmental crisis began to grow exponentially within diverse fields of religious life.

Senior religious leaders met throughout 1991 and 1992 amid increasingly urgent concern about environmental conditions. Appreciation for what could be a distinctively religious contribution also grew as ancient teachings were seen to have powerful relevance to contemporary challenges.

Establishment of the Partnership was approved at the highest levels of denominational governance in late 1992. Rarely had agreement been reached across so broad a spectrum on so specific a program. And in October 1993, with staff based at national offices of participating faith groups, the Partnership set about its work.

• Read about the founding of the Partnership.
• Learn about the accomplishments of the Partnership.
• See a timeline of significant events in the Partnership's history.