Stories & Studies

When most people think about climate solutions in Georgia, they think about solar panels, electric vehicles, or tree planting. But beneath the surface — quite literally — lies one of the most..

Food waste is one of the most visible and solvable sustainability challenges on college campuses. At Spelman College, reducing food waste and building a successful composting program has required..

Spelman College’s sustainability journey offers a practical, facilities-forward example of how colleges and institutions in Georgia can reduce emissions while lowering operating costs and building a..

Across Georgia, community-based organizations are advancing climate solutions in meaningful, people-centered ways, from neighborhood composting hubs and home weatherization projects to clinician-led..

Locally focused, cross-disciplinary climate action is crucial to advancing meaningful solutions across Georgia.

Across Georgia, local nonprofits are nourishing their communities while advancing powerful, homegrown climate solutions. They are expanding access to healthy, affordable food; helping small farmers..

Resilience and leadership can take many forms in Georgia’s climate movement, from expanding rooftop solar in rural communities to empowering young voters to advocate for cleaner air and lower utility..

Across Georgia, communities are proving that local climate action doesn’t have to wait for federal directives or perfect conditions. From Athens to Adel, neighbors, nonprofits, and faith leaders are..

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..

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..