ATLSSCouncil

Official Twitter Page of the Atlanta Student Sustainability Council. 12 Universities, 20 Student Ambassadors, 1 City 🌿💧🍑🌎🍑💧🌿#ATLSSC

[City of Atlanta, GA @CityofAtlanta]

2023 is Atlanta's Year of the Youth!
Yesterday, Mayor @Andreforatlanta announced a new initiative to equip all of Atlanta's young people – from birth to 24 years of age – with the tools needed for success ➡️ https://t.co/vnNqwVafkK
#ATLYOTY

[Atlanta Hawks @ATLHawks]

Our #Forever404 Honoree presented by Sharecare: Malik Brown

Malik, a lifelong Atlantan, serves as the city's Director of LGBTQ Affairs where he drives systemic change and advances equity by advising on policies, programs, and initiatives affecting the LGBTQ community 🙌

[Welcoming Atlanta @WelcomingATL]

Riding bikes benefits youth mental health, keeps kids physically active, & promotes healthy habits.

We’ve now hosted Bike Giveaways with @FB4KAtlanta in 5 distinct neighborhoods, providing 490+ youth bikes.

Huge thanks to our friends @ DEAM for making these events possible!

[Blue Climate Initiative @BlueClimate]

Add your name to the official letter to stop deep-sea mining, and we’ll deliver your signature to the UN and International Seabed Authority representatives.

https://t.co/1JFQoP4WIS

@DeepSeaConserve @SOAlliance @TheOxygenProj
#defendthedeep

[City of Atlanta, GA @CityofAtlanta]

2022 in Review: Over 75% of Atlanta residents now live within ½ mile of fresh, affordable food. Our goal is to increase that to 85% by the end of 2025.

Learn more here: https://t.co/nSfV1olj7o

#MovingAtlantaForward

[ATLResilience @ATLResilience]

We are proud to release the Atlanta Energy Benchmarking Map pilot! This displays 25k+ sq ft commercial buildings:
1) ENERGY STAR Score
2) Energy Use Intensity
3) In energy burdened areas of >5%

Benchmarking is the 1st step towards efficiency see more at:
https://t.co/d6j93RyIEQ

[Sustainability Initiatives @SustainableGSU]

During winter break, Georgia State shuts down all buildings for two weeks to save energy. All HVAC and lights are turned off during this time with the exception of security lighting and HVAC in university housing.

[Sustainability Initiatives @SustainableGSU]

Reduce your overall plastic consumption by removing one piece of single use plastic from your life. Switch from body wash to bar soap or purchase a portable silicone straw. Get in the habit of using reusable alternatives this year.

[John R. Seydel @JohnRSeydel]

@CityofAtlanta @CDP @ATLResilience @andreforatlanta For the 1st time since it’s creation, @CityofAtlanta is one of the 12% of 1,000+ cities around the world to receive an A on @CDP’s Cities list, the highest score recognizing our bold climate action efforts and transparency. More work to do, but this is worth celebrating!

[City of Atlanta, GA @CityofAtlanta]

.@CDP has named our city a 2022 Climate Action Leader. We’re on CDP’s #AList, which recognizes our bold leadership on environmental action and transparency. This means we're helping to lead the way toward a zero-carbon and resilient future.
Learn more: https://t.co/5ln37p7tGn

[Atlanta Watershed @ATLWatershed]

Storm drains blocked by fallen leaves can cause extreme flooding on neighborhood streets and sidewalks. Leaves washed into local streams decay, releasing phosphorus into the water. Here is how you can help protect our stormwater infrastructure and streams this season. #ATLDWM

[City of Atlanta, GA @CityofAtlanta]

We appreciate Atlanta’s Neighborhood Planning Unit (NPU) Chairs! Thank you for helping us engage our residents and keep them informed about City projects and resources.
To learn about Atlanta's 25 NPUs, visit: https://t.co/rDZZ5D3VJg
#MovingAtlantaForward

[Kristi E. Swartz @BizWriterKristi]

.@wabenews' @mollyis and @ejreports are doing a nice job breaking down the issues that go along with Georgia Power's rate case, hearings of which begin tomorrow. They are on the air now - here's a written version of their discussion: https://t.co/RDiWr2xuBZ

[ATLSSCouncil @ATLSSCouncil]

@BWBuckheadCity @andreforatlanta @AUnitedAtlanta @buckheadcid @BuckheadCoalit @BuckheadCN @burtjonesforga @BrianKempGA @SpeakerRalston

[City of Atlanta, GA @CityofAtlanta]

This weekend, we celebrated the installation of 10 creative bike racks across our city. As part of @ATLPlanning's “Love Our Places” program, Atlanta’s new bike parking installations showcase the work of local artists and add a splash of color and style to our public spaces.

[City of Atlanta, GA @CityofAtlanta]

#SaveTheDate | Let’s talk about our city! Join us Oct 19, 24 and 27 for Mayor @AndreForAtlanta’s Community Town Halls.
For more info, visit: https://t.co/TFFYbkg3Ny

[Livable Buckhead @LBI30326]

Livable Buckhead and @GACommute are kicking off the 10th year of Biketober, the region’s favorite bike challenge. Join us as we bring family, colleagues and friends together for this fun, free and safe event. Learn more: https://t.co/dup1WsKDJT

[Trees Atlanta @TreesAtlanta]

We're planting over 700 trees across the @CityofAtlanta Nov. 4 & 5 for our 7th annual Plantlanta project! We can dig it! Register to participate https://t.co/kdrPF93ooP 🌳 🌳 🌳
Tree planting season is here, volunteer projects happen EVERY weekend!

[drawdownga @drawdownga]

Learn about our plan to reduce Georgia's carbon impact by one-third in 10 years through 20 solutions reported by @nrhoneajc

With @Marilyn_Brown1 and @RaysLegacy

https://t.co/zDD2700EW9

( Sent from AJC )

[drawdownga @drawdownga]

Are you working to communicate what a changing climate means for Georgia, or on solutions that help us respond to these changes? @GAClimateProj invites you to share your work at the 2023 Georgia Climate Conference. Proposals due 10/31. Share your idea now: https://t.co/LT4Fx0GCLG