#environmental-justice

#environmental-justice

The EPA is facing drastic staff reductions and funding cuts that threaten its environmental justice programs and initiatives.

The EPA is terminating hundreds of staff through a reduction in force, impacting environmental justice roles as it undergoes significant organizational changes.

Air pollution significantly impacts children's health, especially in low-income areas like the South Bronx.

Existing policies are failing to protect vulnerable communities from severe air pollution.

Americans are increasingly exposed to harmful air pollutants, primarily due to climate change and environmental policy rollbacks.

Community members are unaware of the term 'fugitive dust,' which hampers reporting and awareness regarding air pollution.

The settlement agreement on airport expansion may worsen pollution and reinforce inequities for East Oakland communities.

Berkeley is updating its General Plan to enhance climate resilience and environmental justice with community input and significant funding.

New York is being sued for delays in implementing climate laws vital to reducing emissions and addressing air pollution.

Earth Day's 55th anniversary underscores the need for an inclusive approach to environmental justice.

Lliuya's lawsuit against RWE represents a significant effort to hold polluters accountable for climate change impacts on vulnerable communities.

New York State is taking significant climate action despite federal setbacks, focusing on environmental legislation and local solutions.

Balancing health impacts from air quality with other influencing factors is crucial in discussions about highway pollution and community health.

Margaret Gordon, a leading environmental advocate, emphasizes the importance of persistence in fighting for cleaner air and environmental justice.

Advocates in the Bronx demand immediate action on pollution reduction linked to congestion pricing, fearing unfulfilled commitments and increased vehicle emissions.

Biden's administration has significantly advanced environmental justice efforts, focusing on pollution reduction and health issues affecting marginalized communities.

Nearly 100 million Americans are at risk of exposure to unregulated chemicals in drinking water, especially communities of color.

The U.S. scientific data is vital for public health and environmental understanding, but faces threats from political actions.

Revoking the environmental justice directive endangers minority and low-income communities.

Residents near chemical plants face pollution but lack job opportunities.

Significant racial disparities exist in the petrochemical workforce, particularly in Louisiana.

The Tulane study documents inequities in job representation for people of color.

The Port of Oakland signifies transformative changes in American commerce, impacting local communities access to Asian goods and cultures.

Oakland, often perceived as marginalized, is central to global economic change and activism against urban struggles.

Prostate cancer rates in Guadeloupe and Martinique are among the highest in the world due to pesticide exposure.

Community protests against proposed trash incinerator reflect fears of property value loss, health risks, and environmental injustice in diverse neighborhoods.

A South L.A. recycling plant was shut down due to toxic waste violations, marking a significant win for community activists and student groups.

South Africa's resource wealth is not benefiting Indigenous peoples, highlighting inequalities in the transition to green technologies.

The EPA's decision to remove radioactive waste from Navajo Nation significantly impacts Indigenous communities, marking a crucial step toward environmental justice.

The Flandreau Santee Sioux Tribe's environmental funding was halted by a federal freeze, jeopardizing critical infrastructure projects.

Advocating for Indigenous birthing practices can enhance environmental and reproductive justice for all communities.

Trump administration drops an environmental justice lawsuit in Louisiana's Cancer Alley, favoring petrochemical interests over community health.

Ecofeminism is revitalizing in contemporary discourse, highlighting social and environmental justice.

Nationwide protests on January 19, 2025, in response to President Trump's policies focus on social, economic, and environmental justice.

Environmental policies in London will significantly aid working-class and ethnic minority communities, promoting social and economic justice.

The historical narrative of Black life in 19th-century London is complex and requires significant recovery efforts.

New York's congestion pricing aims to reduce city traffic and improve air quality but may negatively impact vulnerable neighborhoods like the South Bronx.

Residents of Pixley are advocating for environmental reviews on a proposed hydrogen plant due to existing severe pollution and health issues.

Farmworker communities in California are protesting inadequate pesticide regulations, arguing current proposals fail to protect against long-term cancer risks.

Community unites to reclaim land once abused by mining and prevent a new prison development.

The communities in the Niger Delta are seeking accountability from Shell for environmental damages caused by oil spills.

Community activism is mobilizing against the proposed federal prison in Letcher County, Kentucky.

UPROSE transformed its mission to focus on environmental justice under Elizabeth Yeampierre's leadership, advocating for community needs and sustainable development.

Nando Rodriguez is campaigning for 1,000 composting sites in NYC to enhance environmental justice and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.