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Q&A with Julie Barwig, Keep Smyrna Beautiful Coordinator
Have you ever wondered how you can get more involved in improving your community’s environment? We spoke with Julie about litter-free concerts, summer camp workshops, and the importance of integrating sustainability into your daily life.
How to Go Green for Halloween
In just one week, trick or treaters will fill the streets, jack-o-lanterns will light doorsteps, and partygoers everywhere will dance to Thriller and the Monster Mash. Wondering how you can stay sustainable and still get your spook on? Check out our ideas to see how you can celebrate responsibly and promote environmental stewardship.
Seven Tips for a Sustainable Camping Trip
Temperatures are finally starting to drop here in Georgia, and if you’re anything like us, you hear the outdoors calling. There’s nothing sweeter than immersing yourself in nature at this time of year, whether you go it alone or round up a group of friends. Check out our tips below to see how you can make your weekend in the woods as eco-friendly as possible.
Why We Love Indoor Plants
At KGBF, we enjoy outdoor gardening as much as the next person. Sustaining birds and pollinators, growing fruits and vegetables, beautifying the surrounding environment…what’s not to love? Autumn may lie just around the corner, but as we celebrate National Indoor Plant Week, we want to remind you that houseplants can improve life inside the home in any season. Read on to discover how adding simple spots of greenery can clean the air, boost your mood, and add new life to your décor.
How to Shop Sustainably
It may still feel like summer in Georgia, but soon enough, we’ll be adjusting our wardrobes for cooler temperatures. Whether you’re fan of fashion or just keeping yourself covered, it’s important to make choices that protect our environment. Read on to see how you can be an earth-conscious consumer!
Q&A with Emma Wells, Executive Director of Keep Rome-Floyd Beautiful
Have you ever wondered how to attract more pollinators to your town? We spoke with Emma about tackling blight, what it takes to become a Bee City, and why every little bit counts.
How to Pack a Sustainable Lunch
Some of you might prep your lunches year-round to bring to the office. Others might be getting back into the routine of putting together a lunch for children who have returned to school. Or maybe you’re a teacher, or a student yourself? Whatever your situation, we’re here to show you how you can make your lunch a little greener.
Q&A with Sheri Henshaw, Executive Director of Keep Bartow Beautiful
We spoke with Sheri about her love for the environment, persisting in the face of challenge, and the importance of shining a light on the history of a community.
Q&A with Natalie Johnston-Russell, Executive Director of the Keep Georgia Beautiful Foundation
Have you ever wondered how to make more of a difference in your community? We spoke with Natalie, our fearless leader, about youth empowerment, the importance of unifying voices across Georgia, and why cleanups are only part of the solution to addressing litter.
How to Have an Eco-Friendly Beach Vacation
It’s the perfect time of year to escape sweltering temperatures by heading to the water. Just make sure you’re leaving the area, and its many native inhabitants, as clean as (or cleaner than) you found it. Read below to discover how you can protect the environment during your vacation, whether you’re headed to the beautiful Georgia coast or beyond!