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Mockup of the Utility-Scale Solar Land Use in Georgia report

Institute of Government releases report on Georgia land use for utility-scale solar

January 30, 2026

The UGA Carl Vinson Institute of Government has released the Utility-Scale Solar Land Use in Georgia report.

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Institute of Government develops planning and zoning classes focused on pressing issues

January 30, 2026

In recent months, the UGA Carl Vinson Institute of Government has launched two new planning and zoning classes that address current needs across the state.

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Trainer stands in front of a classroom for an AI bootcamp session.

Institute of Government launches AI bootcamp workshops for local government leaders

January 25, 2026

The UGA Carl Vinson Institute of Government has created a specialized AI workshop for local government leaders.

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Institute of Government’s Breanna Matheson receives award from Visit Athens

January 20, 2026

Breanna Matheson, a program coordinator with the UGA Carl Vinson Institute of Government, has received the Classic City Host award from Visit Athens.

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Year in Review

January 15, 2026

Over the past year, the collective efforts of the UGA Institute of Government have made a difference in communities across Georgia. We’re delighted to share examples of our impact in this 2025 in Reflection.

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