Esej o Environmental Racism: Why Pollution Disproportionately Affects Minority Communities - 261 slow

Historical Foundations

Systemic inequalities often dictate the physical landscape of modern cities. Environmental racism occurs when marginalized groups are forced to reside in areas with high exposure to hazardous waste, toxic emissions, and poor air quality. This phenomenon is not accidental; it is the result of historical policies like redlining and exclusionary zoning. These practices restricted where minority families could live, often pushing them toward industrial zones where land was cheaper and political resistance was minimal. Consequently, race remains a more accurate predictor of proximity to pollution than socioeconomic status alone.

Systemic Inequities

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