Stories & Studies

Two decades ago, many believed that cutting emissions would come at the expense of economic growth. But a new report from Drawdown Georgia and the Georgia Tech Climate and Energy Policy Lab shows..

Transportation profoundly influences every aspect of daily life in Georgia, from how we commute to work and school to how we access healthcare, food, and community resources. And when it is..

When it comes to climate action, Georgians are ready to lead. That’s why Drawdown Georgia is proud to introduce How to Take Climate Action in Your Community, a fresh, practical toolkit that empowers..

Resilience in Georgia can mean many different things, from installing community microgrids that keep the lights on after a storm to upgrading infrastructure to withstand flooding to preserving the..

Across Georgia, faith communities are stepping up to care for both their congregations and the planet. Houses of worship often serve as the heart of their neighborhoods—spaces where people gather for..

When it comes to advancing climate solutions in Georgia, the business community has both the resources and the reach to make a significant impact. That idea is the driving force behind the Drawdown..

In an ideal world, affordable and healthy local food would be available to everyone across Georgia and the US. The reality is starkly different, as local, sustainable food options are often the most..

When it comes to solving complex environmental challenges, Georgia doesn’t need more division. We need more connection. 

Landfills are one of Georgia’s largest sources of methane, a potent greenhouse gas that can warm the planet at a rate dozens of times greater than carbon dioxide. As organic waste breaks down beneath..

When DeKalb County decided to pursue a 100% clean energy future, they didn’t just look for technical solutions—they made a deliberate choice to center community engagement and equity. 

When you think about what’s heating the planet, your mind might jump to tailpipes or smokestacks—but the appliances keeping our food cold and buildings comfortable are quietly playing a big role,..

In Georgia, fresh local food is more than sustenance—it is an opportunity to advance climate action and equity. Just ask Community Farmers Markets (CFM), an Atlanta-based nonprofit that is scaling..