The petrochemical industry is a major source of pollution and greenhouse gas emissions, which particularly impacts poor and predominantly Black communities near its plants. These communities face increased health risks, including cancer and respiratory ailments due to emissions. A recent study highlights significant racial disparities in the petrochemical workforce, indicating institutional racism. These disparities are not limited to specific areas but are widespread across the United States, underscoring the need for attention to employment equality and community health in relation to the petrochemical industry.
The petrochemical industry creates huge amounts of pollution and is a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions, primarily affecting Black, Brown, Indigenous, and poor communities.
Sharp racial disparities exist within the petrochemical workforce, revealing institutional racism that is pervasive across various geographical locations in the United States.
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