In 2024, you wanted to learn more about wonky Georgia climate policy, scaling clean energy climate solutions in a way that centers equity, and the inspiring people and organizations behind this important work.
This year, the Drawdown Georgia Blog brought you everything from the new Georgia Climate Digest video series to exclusive interviews with Drawdown Georgia Climate Solutions & Equity grantees to updates on climate research and policy in our state.
What resonated with our community the most this year? Join us now in looking back at this year’s top 5 most-read blog posts.
The Five Top Blog Posts of 2024
#5 Most Read Blog Post of 2024: Groundswell Delivers Energy Efficiency Retrofitting Projects in Georgia
Many low- and moderate-income Georgians live in older homes that lack sufficient insulation and don’t have access to newer energy-saving appliances. As a result, they often have higher-than-average energy bills, especially when these bills are viewed as a percentage of household income.
Groundswell is a nonprofit working across Georgia and several other states to bring energy efficiency upgrades to low- and moderate-income communities, invest in clean energy projects, and much more.
#4 Most Read Blog Post of 2024: New Solar Array at Agnes Scott Thanks to Community Collaboration
The Decatur campus of Agnes Scott College has been an energy pioneer in our state since it installed the first electric lights in DeKalb County in 1891. Following the installation of a large new solar array, the campus now offers a unique side-by-side visual comparison of what a decade of solar advancements looks like in our state.
>> Read about the new installation and the many community partnerships that made it a reality.
#3 Most Read Blog Post of 2024: Scaling Climate Solutions at Community Farmers Markets in Georgia
Shopping at your local farmers market helps to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in so many ways: it supports local climate-smart farming, reduces the emissions created by transporting our food from farms to our refrigerators, and makes it easier to eat more plant-based meals.
Climate Solutions & Equity grant recipients Community Farmers Markets (CFM) are leveraging MARTA Markets to scale climate solutions and improve access to fresh, healthy produce for Atlanta residents, too.
#2 Most Read Blog Post of 2024: Tracking Energy Policy in Georgia: Results of the 2023 IRP Update
Energy policy expert Kevin Kelly penned a special post for our blog in April of 2024 providing an update on the results of Georgia Power’s 2023 Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) Update. In the post, Kevin takes a closer look at why this off-cycle proceeding was needed, what was involved, and what it means going forward.
>> Get answers to your questions about the results of the IRP Update.
#1 Most Read Blog Post of 2024: How Far Can You Drive an Electric Car Before Recharging?
Despite the growing popularity of electric vehicles in Georgia, many still have questions and concerns about this new technology.
For example, “range anxiety” is one common reason why some Georgia drivers may choose not to upgrade to an EV. The idea of being stranded with a dead battery is still a fear for many.
>> Learn the truth about newer models of electric vehicles and range.
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