Over the last year, Sustainable Savannah has been mentioned several times in the pages of the Savannah Morning News, most often by award-winning columnist Bill Dawers. However, yesterday’s story about Coastal Commuters by Lauren Nardella marks the first time the site has appeared front page of the paper. This revelation also alerted me to […]

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If the lane behind your house looks anything like mine, it’s generally lined with stuff set out for a trip to the landfill. Sadly, the furniture, clothing and building materials that I see on a weekly basis really don’t belong buried in the ground, as they can still be used.
Often punctuating the piles of […]

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The slogan of Ted Turner’s chain of 50+ casual dining restaurants, Ted’s Montana Grill, is “Eat Great. Do Good.”  Ted’s Montana Grill is now a 99% plastic-free establishment (what about that remaining 1%?) that recycles and features water and energy efficient fixtures.  I know, I know, this is nothing new.  Many restaurants across the country […]

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Background: The Coastal Marshlands Protection Act (CMPA) states . . .
This coastal marshlands resource system is costly, if not impossible, to reconstruct or rehabilitate once adversely affected by man. It is important to conserve this system for the present and future use and enjoyment of all citizens and visitors to our state. Activities and structures […]

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There’s something sustainable happening every day for the rest of the week. Doubt me? Submitted for your consideration:
Tuesday: The May installment of Green Drinks Savannah happens at Cha Bella, located near the corner of Broughton and East Broad streets. The events starts at 5:30 p.m. More information is available here.
Wednesday: SCAD’s chapters of the The […]

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