Subject Area
Biology
Description
Environmental racism refers to the disproportionate impact of environmental hazards on communities of color and low-income populations. Across the U.S., studies have shown that polluting facilities are more likely to be in or around communities with higher percentages of non-white residents or lower socioeconomic status. Scholarship regarding these patterns in small states like Rhode Island is relatively limited. By analyzing how these sites are spatially distributed in relation to racial and economic demographics, this research aims to contribute to a deeper understanding of local environmental inequities. I hypothesize that if you live in a low-income or more diverse town, national patterns will be consistent, and residents are more likely to be exposed. BIO 340 final project
Publisher
Providence College
Date
Spring 4-23-2025
Start Date
4-23-2025 11:00 AM
Type
Poster
Format
Text
Language
English
