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PM <sub>2.5</sub> polluters disproportionately and systemically affect people of color in the United States

Christopher W. Tessum, David Paolella, Sarah Chambliss, Joshua S. Apte, Jason Hill, Julian Marshall

2021Science Advances585 citationsDOIOpen Access PDF

Abstract

exposure disparity experienced by people of color. We identify the most inequitable emission source types by state and city, thereby highlighting potential opportunities for addressing this persistent environmental inequity.

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Affect (linguistics)Ethnic groupDemographicsGeographyEnvironmental healthDemographyMedicinePsychologyPolitical scienceSociologyLawCommunicationAir Quality and Health ImpactsEnvironmental Justice and Health DisparitiesEnergy and Environment Impacts