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Ray C. Anderson Foundation

The Ray C. Anderson Foundation was created in honor of the late Ray C. Anderson (1934-2011), founder of Interface, Inc. During his time at Interface, Ray championed the notion of businesses doing well by doing good. It’s these noble qualities of advancing knowledge and innovation around environmental stewardship and sustainability that recognized Ray as a pioneer in industrial ecology.

The purpose of the Foundation is to perpetuate these shared values and continue the legacy that Ray left behind. Through research and funding, the Foundation aims to help create a better world for future generations—tomorrow’s child. Join us as the story of the Foundation continues to unfold.

    Georgia’s Changing Carbon Footprint Image

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    05-15-23

    Georgia’s Changing Carbon Footprint

    Georgia’s overall greenhouse gas emissions are declining, experts and researchers from the Drawdown Georgia Research Team announced. Most emission reductions come from the use of cleaner fuels to generate electricity in the state
    Biomimicry Institute Begins Search for the Top Nature-Inspired Startup in the World Image

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    03-06-23

    Biomimicry Institute Begins Search for the Top Nature-Inspired Startup in the World

    The $100,000 Ray of Hope Prize ® is now accepting applications in its search for nature-inspired innovations addressing the world’s biggest environmental and social challenges.
    Inaugural Drawdown Georgia Climate Solutions & Equity Grant Recipients Announced Image

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    12-08-22

    Inaugural Drawdown Georgia Climate Solutions & Equity Grant Recipients Announced

    Five Georgia-based family foundations today announce the awarding of inaugural Drawdown Georgia Climate Solutions & Equity Grants in support of efforts that advance climate solutions and prioritize equity in Georgia.
    NextGen Committee Awards $100,000 to Ducks Unlimited for Blue Carbon Conservation Program and Infrastructure Investments for Indigenous Community in Sonora, Mexico Image

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    12-01-21

    NextGen Committee Awards $100,000 to Ducks Unlimited for Blue Carbon Conservation Program and Infrastructure Investments for Indigenous Community in Sonora, Mexico

    The Ray C. Anderson Foundation's NextGen Committee has awarded a $100,000 grant to Ducks Unlimited to support efforts of its sister organization, Ducks Unlimited de México A.C. (DUMAC), to improve infrastructure and conserve blue carbon in México.
    Drawdown Georgia Celebrates First Year: Kicks Off Business Compact with Ray C. Anderson Center for Sustainable Business Image

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    10-21-21

    Drawdown Georgia Celebrates First Year: Kicks Off Business Compact with Ray C. Anderson Center for Sustainable Business

    Drawdown Georgia is offically one year old today, and we're celebrating with the launch of the Drawdown Georgia Business Compact, hosted at the Ray C. Anderson Center for Sustainable Business at the Georgia Tech Scheller College of Business.
    Ray C. Anderson Center for Sustainable Business Launches the Drawdown Georgia Business Compact Image

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    10-11-21

    Ray C. Anderson Center for Sustainable Business Launches the Drawdown Georgia Business Compact

    The Ray C. Anderson Center for Sustainable Business at the Georgia Tech Scheller College of Business is launching the Drawdown Georgia Business Compact; an inclusive and collaborative initiative focused on galvanizing climate action in Georgia.
    National Academy Publishes Study Showing How Georgia Could Halve Its Carbon Footprint Image

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    07-28-21

    National Academy Publishes Study Showing How Georgia Could Halve Its Carbon Footprint

    Georgia could reduce its carbon footprint by 50% by 2030 through the adoption of 20 high-impact climate solutions identified by the Drawdown Georgia research team led by Dr. Marilyn Brown of Georgia Tech’s School of Public Policy.
    Georgia Climate Project Receives $300,000 Grant From Ray C. Anderson Foundation Image

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    06-28-21

    Georgia Climate Project Receives $300,000 Grant From Ray C. Anderson Foundation

    The Ray C. Anderson Foundation has awarded a $300,000 grant to the Georgia Climate Project, a state-wide consortium led by Emory Unversity, The University of Georgia and Georgia Tech.
    Spider-inspired Silk Company, Spintex, Awarded $100,000 Ray of Hope Prize Image

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    06-16-21

    Spider-inspired Silk Company, Spintex, Awarded $100,000 Ray of Hope Prize

    The Biomimicry Institute is proud to announce the 2021 Ray of Hope Prize award recipient: Spintex Engineering. Spintex manufactures biodegradable textile fibers for use in fashion and high-performance material applications.
    Ten Nature-Inspired Companies Advancing Sustainable Solutions Image

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    05-20-21

    Ten Nature-Inspired Companies Advancing Sustainable Solutions

    The Biomimicry Institute has announced the top 10 nature-inspired startups to compete for the 2021 Ray of Hope Prize, a transformational program designed to help startups cross a critical threshold in scaling their sustainable solutions.
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