Resources

Investigate current research and climate reports, get involved in upcoming events and opportunities, and connect with the broader community by exploring local organizations.

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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

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17 United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

These 17 goals address global challenges including poverty, inequality, climate change, environmental degradation, peace and justice.

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Fourth 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.

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IPCC 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.

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NOAA 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.

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Local 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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