A Tale of Two Boilers: Why Biomass is the hopeful but currently not viable option for the UGA campus

The university has two gas-powered steam boilers. Before that, they had two coal-powered boilers. These boilers were only used when the university has additional need for steam in the winter and are still only used for that reason, according to … Continue reading “A Tale of Two Boilers: Why Biomass is the hopeful but currently not viable option for the UGA campus”

Winter is Coming: How La Niña Will Affect Georgia’s Winter

Don’t pull out your winter coat and snow boots just yet: La Niña has officially arrived, meaning Georgia can expect to see above-average temperatures and below-average precipitation this coming winter. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (or NOAA) released an … Continue reading “Winter is Coming: How La Niña Will Affect Georgia’s Winter”

The Truth About Climate Change: Who thinks What?

According to Dr. Shepherd Director of Atmospheric Sciences at the University of Georgia, many people who don’t believe in climate change cite cooler days in the Fall and Winter months as part of their reasoning. “Climate is not defined by … Continue reading “The Truth About Climate Change: Who thinks What?”

Georgia Environmental Budget on the Back Burner?

  At first glance, the environmental budget chart on ballotpedia.org makes Georgia look deprived of natural resource spending compared to its neighboring states. The chart lists Georgia as only allocating $248 million to the department of natural resources in 2015. … Continue reading “Georgia Environmental Budget on the Back Burner?”

Adding Colours to Georgia Highways: Roadside Wildflower Program on Highway 316

Drivers commuting between Athens and the Atlanta area have probably noticed the sea of colours along the median of Highway 316. As you are about to see, while seemingly out of the blue, these flowers did not just appear over … Continue reading “Adding Colours to Georgia Highways: Roadside Wildflower Program on Highway 316”

Jackson Street Building LEEDing UGA in Sustainability

The Jackson Street Building on North Campus at the University of Georgia stands out from the sea of historic facades– it’s gold. While the building itself may not be made of gold, it is certified Gold by the leading standard … Continue reading “Jackson Street Building LEEDing UGA in Sustainability”

A Fresh Look at Organic Produce

Whether consumers buy organic or conventional (also called non-organic) produce or not, there are always two sides to every fruit or vegetable’s story. A common misconception consumers have about eating organically grown produce is that the health benefits outweigh conventionally … Continue reading “A Fresh Look at Organic Produce”

Bringing Music and the Environment Together

That’s what a group of University of Georgia students are doing.  They call themselves the Ecotones.  They sing a cappella but with a purpose. “The ‘eco’ part of the Ecotones is really important,” Kara Joyce, the group’s administrative director: – … Continue reading “Bringing Music and the Environment Together”

UGA Buses offer Athens Bikers another way to get around town

Bikers are gaining another set of wheels at their disposal when it comes to getting around the University of Georgia —  UGA buses. The university’s transportation services has installed bike racks to the fronts of their buses, anyone can bring … Continue reading “UGA Buses offer Athens Bikers another way to get around town”

Agritourism Preserves North Georgia Green Spaces and Culture

As autumnal golds and oranges wash over the north Georgia hillsides, visitors are flocking to fall festivals in rural communities, like the Georgia Apple Festival in Ellijay. With nearly 500 acres of orchards across a dozen family-owned farms, Gilmer County … Continue reading “Agritourism Preserves North Georgia Green Spaces and Culture”

Loggerhead Sea Turtles Make a Comeback in Georgia

Officials with  Georgia and South Carolina’s Departments of Natural Resources believe the loggerhead sea turtle population has increased, and they say part of the credit for that goes to the University of Georgia’s Marine Extension program. According to Lindsey Parker, … Continue reading “Loggerhead Sea Turtles Make a Comeback in Georgia”

Homeless in the Hurricane: Helping the Animals Affected By Irma

“I’ve realized in Athens alone, the number one problem is housing. A lot of housing doesn’t allow pets for residents who currently live here.” Jedd Kaylor, the Director of the Athens Humane Society, realized the impending problem on his hands … Continue reading “Homeless in the Hurricane: Helping the Animals Affected By Irma”

Hurricane Harvey And The Farmers of Texas and Georgia

Torrential rain from Hurricane Harvey is threatening one of Texas’s key agricultural products which may affect Georgia. The Lone Star state is the number one cotton producer in the nation.  Texas farmers had been expecting an unusually productive harvest this … Continue reading “Hurricane Harvey And The Farmers of Texas and Georgia”