Dunwoody’s citywide push to become more environmentally friendly has paid off with a new award.

The Atlanta Regional Commission recently designated Dunwoody as one of the region’s “Green Communities.

The commission awarding the city bronze-level certification for its efforts, including launching a sustainability commission and creating in-house policies for purchasing and operations that emphasize recycling and other ways to minimize environmental impacts.

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A person exits the Wolf Creek Library in Atlanta after casting his ballot during election day on Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2025. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

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