+UrVoice What Environmental Justice looks like in the LES

The environmental justice mindset for the Lower East Side is rooted in principles of equity, fairness, and inclusivity, particularly in addressing environmental challenges such as flooding, carbon emissions, water and air quality, and pest control. This mindset acknowledges that marginalized or disadvantaged communities, including low-income neighborhoods, communities of color, and indigenous peoples, often bear the brunt of environmental hazards and pollution.