Stories & Studies

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..

From intimate weddings to large trade shows, Georgia's event industry is embracing sustainability like never before. As professionals bringing people together, event planners have a unique..

Across Georgia, eco-certified buildings have become more common due to their ability to boost energy efficiency, lower operating costs, and shrink carbon footprints. But are these benefits shared..

How do we make climate conversations feel urgent—but not overwhelming?

Georgia’s counties, cities, and businesses are taking bold steps to implement climate solutions that also improve public health, drive economic growth, and build community resilience and a just..

In the heart of South Georgia, the Thomasville Community Development Corporation (TCDC) is planting the seeds of community resilience. With deep community roots and an eye toward climate justice,..

Composting is a natural process that transforms organic materials, such as food scraps and yard waste, into nutrient-rich soil. For Georgia families, composting offers a practical way to reduce..

In Newton County, a group of dedicated volunteers is proving that you don't need a large staff or massive budget to create meaningful local climate action. Sustainable Newton, founded in 2018,..

The transportation sector is the largest source of greenhouse gas emissions in Georgia, so making the switch to energy-efficient and electric vehicles (EVs) represents a key climate solution for our..

Practicing climate-smart agriculture can help Georgia farms be more productive and build soils that can absorb more carbon from our atmosphere at the same time. But making changes to established..

For business leaders and local governments working to advance climate solutions, data is everything. That's why we're excited to introduce the Drawdown Georgia City-Level Greenhouse Gas Emissions..