Environmental Justice Archives

Environmental Justice in the Fracking Era

Marie Cusick·July 15, 2016

A gas executive's remark that his company targets poor communities has raised questions about whether Pennsylvania's approach to environmental justice is adequate to protect rural citizens impacted by fracking.

Energy Environmental Justice

Meet the Investigative Reporter Who Broke the Flint Lead Story

Kara Holsopple·March 18, 2016

While the state was trying to reassure residents that their lead-tainted water was safe, ACLU reporter Curt Guyette started digging deeper and uncovered an epic environmental tragedy.

Environmental Justice Water

Oil Trains Carry Bigger Risks for People of Color

Kara Holsopple·March 11, 2016

Thousands of Pennsylvanians live within the evacuation zone of a potential oil train accident. But people of color and low-income communities are shouldering a larger share of the risk.

Energy Environmental Justice