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You can find us @ DrawdownGA on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube! You can also subscribe to the Georgia Climate Digest for the latest climate news sent right to your inbox twice a month: info.drawdownga.org/subscrib…
Our friends @athenslandtrust are leveraging education; affordable, high-quality housing; and land stewardship to strengthen communities and alleviate racial and economic inequities in Athens-Clarke County. Let's look at the impacts of their important work. hubs.li/Q026K01h0
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#SolarizeGwinnett, a community-based group-purchasing solar campaign, winds down this month! Join us for a Virtual Info Session on Nov. 29 at 7 p.m. to learn more about the program and ask any last-minute questions. Register for Zoom link: gipl.org/events/sginfosessio…
What impacts could #Justice40 have on #climatechange, pollution, and public health in disadvantaged communities in Georgia? Join climate data expert Dr. Bill Drummond of Georgia Tech on a deep dive into the possibilities. #climatetwitter hubs.li/Q026K0LX0
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Today is the 2-year anniversary of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. The #IIJA is investing in our communities to make our transportation system cleaner, safer, and accessible for all.
Learn more about the mobility revolution here: southernenvironment.org/news…
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We are proud that John Lanier is being honored among so many Foundation friends and @drawdownga leaders in this year's Georgia Trend Georgia 500. #sustainability #sustainablebusiness #nonprofits #climatesolutions
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Sunny=Money ☀️Solar buyback programs give you credit for energy produced by your rooftop #solar system, turning sunshine into savings. To learn more, watch the full video and read the accompanying blog post: bit.ly/ceghome
How can we help Ga. farmers grow food in ways that benefit the land, sequester carbon, and harness renewable energy? The Climate Smart Farmer Program from @GeorgiaOrganics + McIntosh SEED, funded by a #drawdowngagrant, seeks to achieve these goals + more. hubs.li/Q026K4-90
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ARC is holding a public hearing today to get input on the region's draft Metropolitan Transportation Plan, which allocates $168 billion to improve the transportation network. The public can provide feedback online or during a virtual hearing on Nov. 15. bit.ly/40qRJcp
Love to see this growth in electric vehicle charging infrastructure in our state! #cleaneenergy #EVs #climatesolutions
Charging infrastructure is key in the transition to #ElectricVehicles ⚡ Between July 2022 and June 2023, the Southeast saw continued progress in the deployment of EV chargers, adding more than 1,600 new DCFC ports, a 60% increase YoY. Learn more: bit.ly/SACEETReport23
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Join us 🗓️ this Friday, November 10 at 12 PM ET to meet with people from around the Southeast who are ready to roll up their sleeves and get to work on the clean energy transition in their homes and communities! #CleanEnergyGeneration
🔗 RSVP: bit.ly/CEG1110
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Reminder 💡 Our Power-Wise Matching Grant Application closes Nov. 15! All congregations who have had a professional energy audit in the last five years are eligible. Learn more and apply today at gipl.org/funding! @drawdownga
How is #solarenergy helping to support the missions of local nonprofits? Hear from the first Georgia @RE_volv Solar Ambassadors about their project bringing on-site solar to @lifelineanimal in Atlanta. #climatesolutions
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Now that Halloween is over, what can you do with your pumpkins? These tips from @wabenews make it easy to keep your jack-o-lanterns out of the landfill. #composting #climatesolutions wabe.org/pumpkins-can-be-com…
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The #KendedaBuilding reused building materials on a scale that was impressive. But this project shows what is truly possible. Rather than demolishing the existing tower completely, @3XN_GXN reused 60% of the materials into the new building. newatlas.com/architecture/qu…
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Does your community have an #ElectricSchoolBus? The @EPA is calling for video submissions showcasing the use of a #CleanRide4Kids – and winners could receive a prize of up to $3,000! 💰👀
More, from @STNMagazine ⬇ stnonline.com/news/epa-seeks…
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📢BREAKING: Southface was named a Prime Selectee of the #RenewAmericasNonprofits grant with $5.9M in federal funding secured! 🥳 With @ENERGY’s investment, the nonprofits we'll help are projected to save $11M+ in utility costs (lifetime) and 62K+ metric tons of CO2e emissions.
NEW: $45M to reduce energy use & costs in buildings owned and operated by nonprofits.
The grant will deliver energy improvements in ~300 facilities across 28 states, D.C., Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
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ALT Department of Energy Press Release headline: Biden-Harris Administration Announces $45 million for energy efficiency and building upgrades for nonprofits.
How can we help Ga. farmers grow food in ways that benefit the land, sequester carbon, and harness renewable energy? The Climate Smart Farmer Program from @GeorgiaOrganics + McIntosh SEED, funded by a #drawdowngagrant, seeks to achieve these goals + more. hubs.li/Q023j5wM0
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In our latest blog post & on our webinar tomorrow, SACE Executive Director Dr. Stephen A. Smith walks through the process of turning his house into a #CleanEnergy home, including integrating energy efficiency, solar panels and storage, & charging for EVs bit.ly/ceghome
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Solar shouldn't be expensive! It should actually save people money! That's why we're excited to be partnering with @cgfund on The #GeorgiaBRIGHT program bringing solar leases to Georgia households making less than $100,000/year. Learn more at capitalgoodfund.org/bright/
