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Georgia
Georgia’s greenhouse gas emissions have decreased by 11% from 1990-2021, and most of the state’s climate policies focus on the buildings sector despite transportation accounting for the largest share of the state’s emissions. The state has numerous major interstate highways and the world’s busiest airport, contributing to an increase in transportation emissions over the same time period. Georgia is also home to the Vogtle nuclear plant, which is the country’s largest source of carbon-free electricity.
Governor
Brian Kemp (Republican)
Governor
Brian Kemp (Republican)
House Party
Republican Majority
House Party
Republican Majority
Senate Party
Republican Majority
Senate Party
Republican Majority
Legislative session
1/13/25 - 4/3/25
Key Offices & Links
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This map shows the occurrence of climate policies passed at the state-level. Higher numbers represent more climate policies enacted.
Progress by Policy Area
- Enacted Enacted policies have been passed or established in a state by a governing body via legislation, executive orders, rules, regulations, and/or other program creation, and remain in effect.
- In-progress In progress policies have been established in a state, but final regulations, rules, or plans are pending final approval. This also includes legislation and executive orders that require regulations to be put into effect.
- Partially Enacted Partially enacted policies have been enacted in the state, but are missing one or more policy components. Dashboard policies cannot be considered partially enacted unless policy components are available.
- Not Enacted Not enacted policies have not been passed or established in the state or are no longer in effect.
The colored bars indicate the status for each policy on the Dashboard, viewed across seven policy areas.
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Projections in Georgia
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Climate Policies in Georgia
Filters
| Status | Policy | Policy Area | Policy Category | Year Enacted | |
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| Enacted |
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The statewide energy code for residential construction is 2015 IECC with amendments. Establishing Policies
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Buildings and Efficiency
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Building Codes | 2020 | |
| Enacted |
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The statewide energy code for commercial building construction is 2015 IECC and ASHRAE 90.1-2013. Establishing Policies
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Buildings and Efficiency
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Building Codes | 2020 | |
| Enacted |
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The Energy Efficiency and Sustainable Construction Standards apply to 1 product: toilets. Establishing Policies
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Buildings and Efficiency
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Building Standards | 2009 | |
| Enacted |
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Georgia has enacted commercial PACE-enabling legislation and has active programs. Establishing Policies
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Buildings and Efficiency
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Building Efficiency | 2024 |