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And each idea benefited.. *![Author](https://blog.drawdownga.org/hubfs/DD_Oct20/Author_Green.png)* Drawdown Georgia](https://blog.drawdownga.org/grantees-of-the-drawdown-georgia-climate-solutions-equity-grant) - [Read More 30 Nov ![](https://blog.drawdownga.org/hubfs/Drawdowns%20Neighborhood%20Atlanta%20Interviewees%20and%20Drawdown%20Stories%20team.jpg) *![](https://blog.drawdownga.org/hubfs/DD_Oct20/Tag_Green.png)* People Celebrating the Atlanta Climate Community in Drawdown’s Neighborhood: Atlanta We’re celebrating the people in all walks of life who are a part of the Atlanta Climate Community. Project Drawdown’s Neighborhood series of documentary shorts shines a spotlight on people and.. *![Author](https://blog.drawdownga.org/hubfs/DD_Oct20/Author_Green.png)* Drawdown Georgia](https://blog.drawdownga.org/celebrating-the-atlanta-climate-community) - [Read More 16 Nov ![](https://blog.drawdownga.org/hubfs/rooftop%20solar%203.jpeg) How to Install Rooftop Solar on Your Home in Georgia Have you ever considered installing rooftop solar on your home or business in our state? With Georgia’s abundant sunny days, our state is ideal for solar energy. *![Author](https://blog.drawdownga.org/hubfs/DD_Oct20/Author_Green.png)* Drawdown Georgia](https://blog.drawdownga.org/how-to-install-rooftop-solar-on-your-home-in-georgia) - [Read More 21 Sep ![](https://blog.drawdownga.org/hubfs/EE%20For%20renters%20image.jpeg) *![](https://blog.drawdownga.org/hubfs/DD_Oct20/Tag_Green.png)* Buildings & Materials Energy-Efficiency Tips for Apartment Dwellers Just because you live in an apartment doesn’t mean you can’t make energy efficiency upgrades to your space. *![Author](https://blog.drawdownga.org/hubfs/DD_Oct20/Author_Green.png)* Drawdown Georgia](https://blog.drawdownga.org/energy-efficiency-tips-for-apartment-dwellers) - [Read More 14 Sep ![](https://blog.drawdownga.org/hubfs/Green%20Cell%20Youth%20Programs.png) *![](https://blog.drawdownga.org/hubfs/DD_Oct20/Tag_Green.png)* Beyond Carbon How to Teach K-12 Students About Climate Solutions in Georgia How can Georgia K-12 educators nurture and engage the next generation of climate leaders in our state? 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Are you seeking simple ways to reduce your carbon footprint and energy use at home? Then joining a demand response program--like the Smart Usage plan offered by Georgia Power--may be for you. *![Author](https://blog.drawdownga.org/hubfs/DD_Oct20/Author_Green.png)* Drawdown Georgia](https://blog.drawdownga.org/what-are-demand-response-programs-and-how-can-they-reduce-emissions) - [Read More 13 Jul ![home energy efficiency ratings](https://blog.drawdownga.org/hubfs/energy%20efficiency%20rating%20chart.jpeg)](https://blog.drawdownga.org/how-to-create-an-energy-efficient-home-in-georgia) [*![](https://blog.drawdownga.org/hubfs/DD_Oct20/Tag_Green.png)* Buildings & Materials How to Create an Energy-Efficient Home in Georgia Whether you have just become a first-time homeowner, are building a new house, or have lived in your home for decades, there are so many simple solutions to [create a more energy-efficient home](https://info.drawdownga.org/home-efficiency-georgia-toolkit). 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