Historically marginalized communities may face greater impacts from pollution, climate change & other challenges. The #Justice40 Initiative aims to secure #EnviromentalJustice & create opportunities.
Today’s blog looks at how Justice40 could be improved: gao.gov/blog/efforts-a…
The efforts to advance Biden’s #Justice40 Initiative are crucial, aiming to ensure that 40% of the benefits from federal investments flow to communities burdened by pollution + under-investment. We look forward to continued work towards a more equitable future for all.
C’mon Mr. Mayor, Aftab Pureval, let’s follow President Biden’s lead and be in the business of expanding greenspace in Cincinnati, rather than reducing and covering it w/ fossil-fuel derived, PFAS plastic turf. Protecting and expanding urban greenspaces is #EnvironmentalJustice #Justice40
Do you have a community project that can spark radical care for our environment? Get support to develop + communicate your plan at an Ignite #EnvironmentalJustice Workshop. The first is May 2 at the Hub. For more info + to register, visit: newsunrising.org/project/ignite…
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NEW: Ithaca passed its Justice50 resolution this evening.
The city will now invest at least 50% of its total capital project budget to serve climate justice communities, going beyond Biden's #Justice40 initiative. A major development for the Ithaca #GreenNewDeal . NPR story TK.
The efforts to advance Biden’s #Justice40 Initiative are crucial, aiming to ensure that 40% of the benefits from federal investments flow to communities burdened by pollution + under-investment. We look forward to continued work towards a more equitable future for all.
FLO, the EV charging company, recently announced that it has nearly 40% of its total number of charging stations located in low-income and historically underserved communities, dubbed #Justice40 communities as part of a larger federal program. 🔌
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RLC Leaders recently met with Policy Link and Emerald Cities Collaborative to discuss how House Democrats can continue advancing equity through President Biden's Justice40 Initiative.
Together, we will ensure the Investing in America agenda is seen and felt in every community.
Say What! No #HBCU or #MSI selected. Dept. of Agriculture Announces 28 Host Organizations to Train Future Conservation and Climate Leaders, as part of President Biden’s American Climate Corps | USDA usda.gov/media/press-re… #JUSTICE40 #environmentaljustice
Our latest blog explores how AI-powered geospatial data is helping local and state governments access funding and inform decision-making related to #Justice40 initiatives.
Read it here: ecopiatech.com/resources/blog…
Earlier this month, Almeta Cooper, National Manager for Health Equity joined the White House #MinorityHealth forum along w/ so many leaders who are working towards progress in #Justice40 & eliminating health inequities.
Read about the connection between climate, clean air & #healthequity : bit.ly/3UEMd4u
.President Biden' #Justice40 aims to aid underserved communities, but barriers remain for marginalized groups facing environmental injustice. More outreach and addressing statutory hurdles is needed to #ActOnClimate . #EnvironmentalJustice . gao.gov/blog/efforts-a…
Environmental justice advocate speaks out about ALDOT’s ongoing assesment in flooding prone community. ow.ly/3zKH50RvGBf
Secretary Pete Buttigieg Robert D. Bullard U.S. Department of Transportation DOJ Civil Rights Division U.S. Department of TransportationFHWA PHMSA ALDOT Alabama Public Service Commission #ShilohFlood #JUSTICE40 #infrastructure #highwayrobbery
