Federal buildings in Georgia getting $117 million in upgrades to cut climate contributions — and costs

The federal government is spending $117 million on energy and water efficiency upgrades at a dozen of its buildings in Georgia.

It’s part of a larger government effort to cut down on the pollution that causes climate change, but by saving energy and water, it also saves taxpayer money, according to General Services Administration Administrator Robin Carnahan, who was in Atlanta this week to announce the investments.

“We’re doing it because it’s a triple win,” she said. “It’s good for creating jobs. It’s great for saving money. And it’s certainly good for making our planet healthier for our kids.”