Resources
Investigate current research and climate reports, get involved in upcoming events and opportunities, and connect with the broader community by exploring local organizations.
Get informed
Investigate technical reports and climate action plans for the US and global community.
EPA Annual Environmental Justice Progress Report- FY 2019
Nov 2019- An annual report on EPA programs and resources that serve vulnerable communities across the country
Learn more17 United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
These 17 goals address global challenges including poverty, inequality, climate change, environmental degradation, peace and justice.
Learn moreFourth National Climate Assessment
Nov 23, 2018 – A report delivered to Congress and the President every four years by the U.S. Global Change Research Program (USGCRP) to guide decision-makers.
Learn moreIPCC Special Report on Global Warming of 1.5°C
Oct 8, 2018 – A report on the impacts of global warming and global greenhouse gas emission pathways, strengthening global response to climate change, sustainable development, and efforts to eradicate poverty.
Learn moreNOAA Technical Report on sea level rise scenarios for the United States
Jan 2017 – A technical report updating scenarios of global mean sea level rise and integrating global scenarios with regional factors contributing to sea level change for the U.S. coastline.
Learn moreLocal organizations
Action
- Climate Reality Project: Atlanta. Catalyzes local and global solutions to the climate crisis
- Citizens’ Climate Lobby: Advocates for non-profit, nonpartisan, grassroots organization focusing on national policies to address climate change
- RCE Greater Atlanta. Supports multistakeholder implementation of the SDG’s at the regional level through education and training from an equity and justice lens
- Southface Institute. Promotes sustainable homes, workplaces and communities through education, research, advocacy and technical assistance
Education
- Georgia Interfaith Power and Light. Engages communities of faith in environmental stewardship and sustainable practices
- Greening Youth Foundation. Engages under-represented youth and young adults, while connecting them to the outdoors and careers in conservation
- Science for Georgia. Improves communication between scientists and the public & increasing public engagement with science
Local stewardship
- Concrete Jungle. Transforming overlooked and underutilized fruit trees and land into a year round food source for food banks, shelters and people in need
- Trees Atlanta. Protects and improves Atlanta’s urban forest by planting, conserving, and educating
- The Partnership for Southern Equity: A local Black-led organization focused on environmental justice
- West-Atlanta Watershed Alliance. An Atlanta-based Black-and community-led Environmental Justice and Climate Justice group
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