# 10. Mapping Change in Metro Atlanta: Inside Root Local’s Eco-Mission

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Published: 2025-05-23T14:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Today we’re diving into the work of Root Local , an organization on a mission to cultivate sustainability at the neighborhood level across Metro Atlanta. Joining us are two voices at the heart of this movement — Jamie Lee Perkins Dalton, Executive Director of Root Local, and Butch Whitfield , a Founding Board Member. Together, they’re helping communities grow greener, more connected, and more resilient — one project, one pollinator, one partnership at a time. In this conversation, we unpack Root Local’s approach to sustainability, the strategy behind their Eco-Map of Metro Atlanta — also known as EMMA — and the growth of their innovative Pollinator Network. We also hear some real-world success stories, explore what’s next for the organization, and learn how everyday people can plug in and make a difference. So whether you're a longtime advocate for local sustainability or just curious about what's growing in your backyard, this episode is packed with insight and inspiration. Let’s get into it. Contact and connect: lee@rootlocal.org and butch.whitfield@harrynorman.com Root Local: https://rootlocal.org/ EMMA: https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/c0b04d84d6194a898cfc5ff4c71ac2d0/

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