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Environmental Justice
Trump Agencies Fail to Report on Environmental Risks for Low-Income Communities
During the Obama era, nearly all government agencies filed reports on environmental justice.
“Pan-African Social Ecology” Illustrates Liberation in Direct Democracy
In his new book, Modibo Kadalie offers key insights on direct democratic organizing and transnational solidarity.
As Chicago Coal Plant Cleanup Proceeds, Residents Demand Air Pollution Monitors
The Crawford coal plant is a symbol of environmental injustice in a low-income residential neighborhood.
Candidates Should Visit the Country’s Most Polluted Areas, Activists Say
Few candidates have made a point of visiting environmental justice communities as part of their campaigns.
Pennsylvania Bill Aims to Shift Water Clean-Up Costs From Residents to Polluters
At least eight states either have policies in place or are pursuing policies related to PFAS chemicals.
Environmental Justice Activists Are Leading a Green New Deal Revolution
Green New Deal supporters should look to leaders in places like “Death Alley,” not Silicon Valley.
From Science to Art, US Teachers Educate Students on Climate Change
Despite growing pressure from deniers, teachers are helping students understand and act to combat climate change.
New Challenges for the Disputed Atlantic Coast Pipeline
The proposed Atlantic Coast Pipeline, which would carry fracked gas 600 miles from West Virginia to North Carolina and possibly points farther south, has been hit with setbacks in …
How Weakened US Fossil Fuel Regulations Threaten Environmental Justice in Colorado
Reducing regulations makes us less able to protect our health or the environment.
From Australia to El Salvador to Vietnam, the Environment Is Finally Getting Its Day in Court
Specialized environmental courts are now operating on every continent except Antarctica.