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Harlem Truck Depot Set to Open Despite Environmental Justice Concerns and Borough President Opposition

Manhattan Borough President calls the proposed Harlem bus depot “absolutely unacceptable” and calls for housing instead. Environmental justice advocates are concerned the truck depot will exacerbate asthma conditions in the neighborhood. By: PIX11 | January 15, 2022 Manhattan Borough President …

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Environmental Justice Advocates Arrested Protesting Electrical Substation in East Boston

Six community advocates were arrested while protesting the construction of a controversial electrical substation in East Boston. They have been charged with disorderly conduct and trespassing. Advocates are concerned about cumulative impacts of locating the substation at the airport, within …

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Environmental Justice Considerations Featured in White House CEQ’s Updated NEPA Guidance on GHG Emissions

By: U.S. Council on Environmental Quality | January 9, 2023 The Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) is issuing this interim guidance to assist agencies in analyzing greenhouse gas (GHG) and climate change effects of their proposed actions under the National …

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Environmental Justice Will Create Opportunities, Vice President Harris Urges College Students to Get Involved

By: The University Record | January 12, 2023 Addressing a University of Michigan crowd packed with students dedicated to climate and environmental justice, Vice President Kamala Harris encouraged them to “help people get excited about all the opportunities that will …

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The Tom’s of Maine Incubator Spotlights Five of the Up-and-Coming BIPOC Climate Justice and Environmental Justice Leaders

The Tom’s of Maine Incubator program was created to elevate future BIPOC climate leaders.  The 5 winners will each receive $20,000 to fund their work, which includes solutions for climate justice, environmental justice, and the intersection of ocean health and …

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