Drawdown Georgia

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We're proud to join five other Georgia-based family foundations in supporting Thomasville Community Development Corporation (TCDC) through a Drawdown Georgia Climate Solutions & Equity Grant. TCDC will apply plant-based diet and residential solar climate solutions to scale existing work in the historic Dewey City neighborhood. They will be working to decrease the energy cost burdens for residents in 52 senior apartments while improving the health outcomes of hundreds of residents in the surrounding community, which is currently designated as a “food desert.” #climatesolutions #equity #grants #plantbaseddiet #rooftopsolar Read the story from the Thomasville Times-Enterprise: https://lnkd.in/grGKX8Ke

Have a green holiday this year with these 4 simple tips: Tip 1: Green Your Gifting - Choose reusable and recycled gift bags to reduce waste. Tip 2: Spread Leftover Love - Transform leftovers into delicious meals or share them with friends and family. Tip 3: Light Up Your Holidays, Sustainably - Brighten up your holiday season while saving energy and money, and upgrade to energy-efficient LED lights. Tip 4: Gift Green - Give the gift of experiences or opt for secondhand treasures. How are you striving to be more #sustainable this holiday season?

Thanks to 11Alive Melissa Nord and Jonathan Raymond for this great story announcing the Drawdown Georgia Climate Solutions and Equity Grant that has just been awarded to Green Team of English Avenue to help residents replace trees and reduce energy burdens associated with urban deforestation during lead abatement in an EPA Superfund site. The grant was made through a collaborative effort of six Georgia-based family foundations. #climatesolutions #equity #environmentaljustice #landsinks #carbon https://lnkd.in/ekg_hVFi

We're thrilled to announce the 2025-2026 Drawdown Georgia Climate Solutions & Equity Grantees! These inspiring organizations are working tirelessly to address climate change and promote equity in Georgia. From planting trees and climate-smart agriculture to improving energy efficiency in underserved communities, their projects are making a real impact. Congratulations Georgia Organics, McIntosh SEED, GEORGIA WAND EDUCATION FUND, Thomasville Community Development Corporation, Green Team of English Avenue, and The Harambee House / Citizens for Environmental Justice! Read more about these fantastic groups below. ⬇️ Meet our grantees: Georgia Organics and McIntosh S.E.E.D. Empowering Black farmers in Coastal Georgia with climate-smart agriculture practices. By providing training, technical assistance, and resources, they're helping farmers build resilience to climate change while preserving cultural heritage and improving food security. Georgia WAND Education Fund Bringing energy efficiency to rural Burke County, helping seniors save money and stay comfortable. Through energy audits, weatherization, and education programs, they're reducing energy burdens and improving the quality of life for vulnerable populations. Harambee House Building food sovereignty in West Savannah through community gardens and sustainable agriculture. By training community members in farming techniques, providing access to land and resources, and connecting farmers to markets, they're creating a more equitable and resilient food system. Thomasville Community Development Corporation By partnering with local businesses and organizations, they're increasing access to healthy food, reducing energy consumption, and creating a healthier, more sustainable community. Green Team of English Avenue Addressing the impact of tree removal on energy efficiency and thermal comfort in Atlanta's Westside. By planting trees, conducting energy audits, and providing education and outreach, they're mitigating the heat island effect and improving the quality of life for residents. Read more about their inspiring work and how you can support their efforts: https://lnkd.in/gGjFaR3k #drawdowngagrants #drawdownga #climatesolutions #climateaction #climatejustice

John Devine, AICP, Executive Director of Go Georgia (formerly Georgia Bikes), dives into the world of alternative transportation and its power to combat climate change! Here's how YOU can help: ➡️ Visit georgiabikes.org to find local bike/walk organizations in your area. Reach out and see how you can lend a hand! ➡️ No local group? Gather like-minded folks to advocate for safe, sustainable transportation options! ➡️ Assess your neighborhood's bike and walkability. Choose a high-traffic area and evaluate its safety for pedestrians and cyclists. ➡️ Email planning@georgiabikes.org to get help with high-level planning to connect residents with destinations through alternative transportation. ➡️ Organize a local "Bike to Work" day, even outside of national events. Motivate people to try alternative transportation together! Ready to learn more? Watch the full 30-minute #GeorgiaClimateDigest interview on our YouTube channel: https://lnkd.in/gEx5vRyN

A powerful partnership between Mothers and Others for Clean Air, the GEORGIA STATE MEDICAL ASSOCIATION, INC., and Georgia Clinicians for Climate Action is driving significant change in Georgia's school districts with the help of a Drawdown Georgia Climate Solutions & Equity Grant. By electrifying school buses, our local heroes are taking a giant leap towards a cleaner, healthier future for our children. These electric buses are not just a mode of transportation - they are a symbol of progress, reducing harmful emissions and improving air quality. The impact of electric school buses: • Cleaner Air: Reduced emissions of harmful pollutants like nitrogen oxide and particulate matter. • Healthier Students: Improved respiratory health, especially for children with asthma and allergies. • Quieter Environment: Reduced noise pollution for our children and communities. • Sustainable Future: A step towards a greener planet and a brighter future. Want to learn more? Check out the work of Mothers & Others for Clean Air, a leading organization driving this initiative, https://lnkd.in/eJajRVAv #drawdowngagrants.

Go Georgia, formerly Georgia Bikes, is promoting active transportation and taking significant strides to reduce emissions and improve public health. By advocating for policy changes and fostering community engagement, they're creating more walkable and bikeable communities across Georgia. In our latest #GeorgiaClimateDigest video interview, John Devine, AICP from Go Georgia discusses the innovative strategies they're implementing to encourage people to choose sustainable modes of transportation. From designing safe bike lanes to advocating for pedestrian-friendly zoning, their work is making a tangible impact. Watch the full interview, with Eriqah Vincent, on our YouTube channel: https://lnkd.in/gMvckGUa #GeorgiaClimateDigest

New data from the Southern Alliance for Clean Energy sheds light on Georgia's remarkable rise as a leader in electric vehicle manufacturing. With the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law passed in 2016, the state's strategic focus on manufacturing and job creation positions Georgia as a leader for change. Since this law passed in Georgia: • 26,000 new jobs have been created in electric vehicle and battery manufacturing. • Long-term trends indicate Georgia's position as the undisputed national leader in the electric motor sector. Ready to learn more? Dive deeper in with the latest interview #GeorgiaClimateDigest video series, featuring expert Dory Larsen from the Southern Alliance for Clean Energy, hosted by Eriqah Vincent. Watch the full 30-minute interview on our YouTube channel: https://lnkd.in/gzmspNTD #electricmotor #cleanenergy #manufacturing #jobcreation #georgia #sustainability #climatechange #ClimateDigest

💡 Reminder: This year's Power-Wise Matching Grant application cycle closes in less than a month. Learn more and apply today: gipl.org/funding #grant #funding #faith #energyefficiency