Explain the concept of environmental racism

Question

Please provide the best answer for the statement

Answer 1

1. Environmental racism refers to practices that disproportionately expose indigenous
peoples, poor communities, and racial/ethnic minorities to environmental hazards.
This includes the effects on lower-income White Americans.
2. In the 1980s, environmental racism became a politicized issue.
3. An overall pattern has emerged: Disadvantaged communities are overexposed to
environmental risks. This is due to having noxious sites placed in their communities.
Predominantly middle- and upper-middle-class Whites have the social capital to keep
these sites and activities away from their homes.
4. Environmental racism also can impact who receives city services, such as running
water.