Rain barrels in the heat wave
“Breaking the record” is the most used phrase in Jillian Kramer’s article about the “Red Flag Warning” in Louisiana. The conversation about Green Light’s rain…
Stormwater Management
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GREEN LIGHT NEW ORLEANS RAIN BARREL PROGRAM STATUS
Last status update: November 7, 2025 Amount of rain barrels installed since the start of the program: 3095 Amount of rain barrels installed in 2025:…
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The rain barrel movement is here!
Green Light New Orleans’ rain barrel program is growing fast! Five months into 2020, Green Light New Orleans has received applications for more than 400…
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From start to finish!
Green Light New Orleans’ rain barrels go through quite a long process before they can be installed at a home. The barrels must be cleaned…
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Why are Western Michigan University students in New Orleans?
Green Light New Orleans + 11 Western Michigan University students = 1 impactful week of environmental stewardship! Did you know New Orleans is sinking about…
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Got a question about Green Light’s rain barrels? We’ve got answers
We’ve been out installing rain barrels all summer, and one of our favorite parts of each installation is getting to meet and chat with applicants….
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Roofing + resilience
Our friends at MyStrongHome have been educating us about the importance of a home’s roof—specifically, the role your roof plays in safeguarding your house against…
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Dogs of Green Light
The Green Light team loves meeting residents’ furry friends! Send us photos of your pets and your rain barrel to be featured! …
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Rain Barrel Artists and Recipients!
We love having so many amazing artists who give their time to Green Light so recipients can have awesome barrels like these! Artists love to…
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Travelocity Sweepstakes
Green Light has partnered up with one of our donors, Travelocity, and their Sweepstakes for Good to create a sweepstakes that gives one winner and…
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Green Light Spotlight: Rebecca Madura
Green Light couldn’t be more grateful for our Board President and resident artist Rebecca Madura. A New Orleans native, Rebecca studied studio art at Newcomb…
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Healthy Block Initiative
Green Light is proud to announce the success of a collaborative partnership with the Urban Conversancy, SOUL, and Youth Rebuilding New Orleans! For the…
