Environmental Justice


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What is Environmental Justice?

"Environmental justice is the fair treatment and meaningful involvement of all people regardless of race, color, national origin, or income, with respect to the development, implementation, and enforcement of environmental laws, regulations, and policies."

-United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Learn more about environmental justice from these perspectives:

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