Environmental Politics Environmental Justice Questions
The role of environmental justice in environmental planning is to ensure that all individuals and communities, regardless of their race, ethnicity, or socioeconomic status, have equal access to a clean and healthy environment. Environmental justice seeks to address and rectify the disproportionate burden of environmental hazards and pollution that marginalized communities often face. It aims to promote fairness and equity in the distribution of environmental benefits and burdens, and to involve these communities in decision-making processes related to environmental planning. By incorporating principles of environmental justice into planning, policymakers can work towards creating sustainable and inclusive communities that prioritize the well-being of all individuals and protect the environment for future generations.