Consider This from NPR BONUS: Biden Promises To Grapple With Environmental Racism
Feb 7, 2021
Rebecca Hersher, an NPR climate reporter focused on environmental justice, delves into the critical issue of environmental racism. She discusses how communities of color face higher levels of air and water pollution, revealing a troubling history tied to government inaction. The conversation highlights recent executive orders aimed at tackling these disparities and examines the challenges marginalized communities face in voicing their concerns. Hersher also addresses the Biden administration's commitment to equitable investments in clean energy, aiming to benefit disadvantaged populations.
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Environmental Justice Defined
- Environmental justice means fair treatment and meaningful involvement of all people regarding environmental laws.
- It aims to address the disproportionate impacts of environmental issues on communities of color.
Historical Context
- European colonizers exploited people and natural resources, creating environmental disparities.
- Pollution followed these patterns, disproportionately affecting marginalized communities.
Duplin County's Hog Farm Pollution
- In Duplin County, hog farms pollute the air and water, impacting residents' health.
- Despite federal acknowledgment, the pollution persists due to lack of government action.