Environmental Justice and Human Rights Concerns

Environmental justice focuses on ensuring that all communities, particularly marginalized ones, have equal access to a healthy environment and are not disproportionately affected by pollution and industrialization. Human rights concerns arise when industrial activities harm people’s health, property, or livelihood, especially in underrepresented communities. Industrialization can lead to environmental degradation, affecting air and water quality, which in turn impacts vulnerable populations. Advocating for environmental justice means fighting for fair policies that protect these communities, ensuring they have a voice in decision-making processes and are compensated for any harm caused by industrial activities.