THE KGBF BLOG
We interview local leaders, innovators, and changemakers across the state.
We’re also your source for eco-friendly tips and sustainability ideas. Got something to say?

How to Be a Sustainable Student
Some of you may have resumed classes recently yourself. Others might be getting back into a routine with children who’ve returned to school. Whatever your situation, it’s that time of year, and we’re here to show you how you can live and learn green.

Q&A with Kimberly White, Executive Director of Keep Cobb Beautiful
Have you ever wondered how sustainability might evolve? Join us for a conversation about environmental stewardship, the future of recycling, and what you can do to make a difference.

How to Be An Eco-Friendly Reader
Good stories can inspire us, teach us, and make us more empathetic. They have the power of transporting us to other places and expanding our minds. Over the past year, we’ve shared some of our favorite green publications with you along with excellent perspectives by authors of color. Now, just in time for National Book Lovers Day, we’re sharing ways you can celebrate your love of literature sustainably. Find a cozy spot, grab a cup of coffee, and get ready to indulge your inner bookworm.

Five DIY Projects for a Sustainable Summer
Have you been itching to get your hands on some fun, eco-friendly activities you can complete in just a weekend? Perhaps you’d like to green your yard or make upcycled crafts for your patio. Whatever your fancy, we’ve pulled together some ideas for you, from an upcycled birdhouse to gardening essentials to candles made from fruit. So grab some gloves, get your shopping list ready, and prepare to do beautiful things.

Five Plants Georgia Pollinators Love
Have you ever wondered what you should place in your garden to attract butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, and more? Last year, we shared ten easy changes you can make to help our pollinator friends. This year, we wanted to give some specific planting tips. Check out our recommendations below to transform your outdoor space. We promise your yard or patio will be abuzz with beauty (pun intended), during #pollinatorweek and beyond.

How to Celebrate Memorial Day Sustainably
This weekend, many of us will flock to Georgia’s scenic beaches, forests, and mountains to enjoy a long weekend away from home. Others might venture out locally for a picnic or visit to the pool. However you celebrate, we hope you keep it green. We’ve gathered together our favorite tips so you can enjoy the environment and protect it all at once.

Q&A with Janai Kearney, Executive Director of Keep Riverdale Beautiful
Young people around the world are stepping up to improve our environment, and the youth of Riverdale are no exception. Join us for a conversation about recycling, public art projects, and the lasting impression volunteer opportunities can provide.

How to Have a Sustainable Mother’s Day
This weekend is the perfect time to celebrate the special women in our lives, but it can also be an opportunity to honor the environment. Are you interested in doing something special for your own mom and Mother Earth? Check out our tips below and get ready to go green.

22 Ways to Reconsider Litter and Recycle Right This Earth Day
Are you looking for ways to improve and beautify your community this Earth Day? We invite you to #reconsiderlitter and #RecycleRightGA! We’ve partnered with our friends at the Georgia Recycling Coalition to bring you 22 activities to enjoy on the 22nd. Check out these ideas and learn more about our two campaigns.

Q&A with Brandi Fisher, Executive Director of Keep McIntosh Beautiful
Education and changing people’s behavior go hand in hand, and in the KGBF network, we do our best to bring the two together. Join us for a conversation about recycling, youth programs, and how you can incorporate small changes into your daily routine.