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More Americans Are Going to Fall Into Toxic Traps

The rollback of environmental justice policies highlights significant threats to equitable environmental protections.

Environmental justice efforts emerged to combat systemic pollution disproportionately affecting marginalized communities.

SCSJ Joins Fight Against Toxic Waste Facilities in Miami-Dade

SCSJ opposes new waste incinerator projects to protect marginalized communities from environmental racism and promote sustainable waste management solutions.

Will the Closure of an Oil Refinery Bring Justice or Gentrification to Philadelphia?

The presence of the oil refinery has resulted in severe health issues for residents of Grays Ferry, disproportionately affecting the Black community.

Can Chicago's mayor tackle environmental racism in one of the most segregated US cities?

Environmental justice issues persist in Chicago, with communities of color facing disproportionate exposure to pollution and climate risks, impacting residents' health and lifespan.

More Americans Are Going to Fall Into Toxic Traps

The rollback of environmental justice policies highlights significant threats to equitable environmental protections.

Environmental justice efforts emerged to combat systemic pollution disproportionately affecting marginalized communities.

SCSJ Joins Fight Against Toxic Waste Facilities in Miami-Dade

SCSJ opposes new waste incinerator projects to protect marginalized communities from environmental racism and promote sustainable waste management solutions.

Will the Closure of an Oil Refinery Bring Justice or Gentrification to Philadelphia?

The presence of the oil refinery has resulted in severe health issues for residents of Grays Ferry, disproportionately affecting the Black community.

Can Chicago's mayor tackle environmental racism in one of the most segregated US cities?

Environmental justice issues persist in Chicago, with communities of color facing disproportionate exposure to pollution and climate risks, impacting residents' health and lifespan.

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A chemical fire outside Atlanta left residents with a slew of health issues. Now they're fighting to shut down the plant

Chemical fire in Conyers sparked community activism and raised fears over health and environmental safety, particularly among its predominantly Black population.

Red State, Red Tape: How to Fight for a Highway Teardown in Louisiana - Streetsblog USA

Fighting against environmental racism requires strategic focus and bold action across multiple government levels, as demonstrated by the Claiborne Expressway advocacy.

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Federal Judge Undoes Key Civil Rights Protections in Louisiana's Cancer Alley

The ruling may hinder federal efforts to combat environmental racism, creating precedent for similar lawsuits across the nation.

Court reviews civil rights case alleging environmental racism against Black residents in Louisiana's Cancer Alley

The Fifth Circuit is reviewing allegations of environmental racism in land-use policies in St. James Parish, Louisiana.

Federal Judge Undoes Key Civil Rights Protections in Louisiana's Cancer Alley

The ruling may hinder federal efforts to combat environmental racism, creating precedent for similar lawsuits across the nation.

Court reviews civil rights case alleging environmental racism against Black residents in Louisiana's Cancer Alley

The Fifth Circuit is reviewing allegations of environmental racism in land-use policies in St. James Parish, Louisiana.

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Fossil Fuel Industry Disproportionately Harms Low-Income Women, Women of Color

Women of color are disproportionately affected by the fossil fuel industry in North America, facing significant health and safety risks.

Assembly passes bill to require farmers to notify county before using pesticides near schools

Legislation passed requiring farms near schools to notify before pesticide spraying to reduce children's exposure.

Concerns raised about pesticide impact on children, especially students of color in rural areas.

Study shows high pesticide use in California counties, with calls to address environmental racism.

Community Demands More Input Over Bingham Park Remediation

The Greensboro City Council canceled its meeting on contaminated waste due to community opposition, considering alternatives to prevent perpetuating environmental racism.

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More Americans Are Going to Fall Into Toxic Traps

SCSJ Joins Fight Against Toxic Waste Facilities in Miami-Dade

Will the Closure of an Oil Refinery Bring Justice or Gentrification to Philadelphia?

Can Chicago's mayor tackle environmental racism in one of the most segregated US cities?

More Americans Are Going to Fall Into Toxic Traps

SCSJ Joins Fight Against Toxic Waste Facilities in Miami-Dade

Will the Closure of an Oil Refinery Bring Justice or Gentrification to Philadelphia?

Can Chicago's mayor tackle environmental racism in one of the most segregated US cities?

A chemical fire outside Atlanta left residents with a slew of health issues. Now they're fighting to shut down the plant

Red State, Red Tape: How to Fight for a Highway Teardown in Louisiana - Streetsblog USA

Federal Judge Undoes Key Civil Rights Protections in Louisiana's Cancer Alley

Court reviews civil rights case alleging environmental racism against Black residents in Louisiana's Cancer Alley

Federal Judge Undoes Key Civil Rights Protections in Louisiana's Cancer Alley

Court reviews civil rights case alleging environmental racism against Black residents in Louisiana's Cancer Alley

Fossil Fuel Industry Disproportionately Harms Low-Income Women, Women of Color

Assembly passes bill to require farmers to notify county before using pesticides near schools

Community Demands More Input Over Bingham Park Remediation

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#environmental-racism