Environmental Justice
Students will investigate the concept of environmental justice, examining how environmental burdens and benefits are unequally distributed across different populations.
Key Questions
- Analyze how environmental hazards disproportionately affect marginalized communities.
- Explain the social and economic factors contributing to environmental injustice.
- Design strategies to promote environmental equity in local and global contexts.
Common Core State Standards
Suggested Methodologies
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