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Clean energy, green economy!

There’s no question that Georgia has the technological know-how to dramatically reduce our dependence on oil and other fossil fuels. But, rather than tapping in to this potential, utility companies are lining up in Georgia for a sprint in the wrong direction.

Recently, a new power plant was proposed near Macon Georgia. This plant will pollute our air and water, increase global warming pollution, and cost billions of dollars that could have been spent on energy efficiency and renewables.

Thankfully, it is not too late. States all over the country are making the decision to stop the construction of dirty and costly coal plants in favor of cleaner solutions. At the same time, Congress has a big oppotunity this summer to pass policies such as renewable electricity and energy efficiency standards and tax credits that can lead to real solutions that are good for our economy and good for the environment More.

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New Report: Cities and States Across America Are Achieving Impressive Results in the Fight Against Global Warming 9/07/2008

Atlanta, GA— Today Environment Georgia released a new report, Global Warming Solutions That Work, which details more than 20 examples of cutting-edge policies and practices that communities, states and countries are using to reduce global warming pollution.

Our Latest Reports

Global Warming Solutions That Work: Cutting-Edge Efforts to Curb Global Warming Pollution 9/07/2008

This report details more than 20 examples of cutting-edge policies and practices that communities, states and countries are using to reduce global warming pollution. These examples show that while actions to reduce global warming pollution require commitment and creativity, they also bring with them other benefits—reduced dependence on fossil fuels, cleaner air and healthier communities, economic growth and new jobs.

Offshore Drilling: Risks and Impacts on Georgia 7/15/2008

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Georgia environmental groups push for more protection for river 7/10/2007

If environmental groups have their way, Georgia's stretch of the Conasauga River could become the first in the state that's afforded the highest level of protection provided by the federal Clean Water Act.

Georgia may adopt tougher limits on mercury releases 5/29/2007

For the first time ever, Georgia is set to limit the amount of mercury that power plants can release into the air.

Gardeners encouraged to combat global warming 5/25/2007

Georgia’s landscape and that of the country is undergoing major changes that could result in the extinction of flowers and trees if global warming isn’t thwarted, according to a new report released by the National Wildlife Federation and several other organizations. In fact, they estimate that 35 state flowers and trees could disappear if things don’t change.