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U.S. Launches Investigation of Houston Illegal Dumping in Black and Latino Communities
by : Nikola Gemeš |
Published: August 2, 2022
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The Justice Department launched a probe into whether the city of Houston's response to illegal dumping discriminated against Black and Latino communities.
The investigation is led by the Justice Department's civil rights division and the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Texas.
According to Reuters, the probe will examine if Houston’s solid waste management operations, policies, and practices lead to discriminatory dumping in Black and Latino Communities.
"Illegal dump sites not only attract rodents, mosquitoes and other vermin that pose health risks, but they can also contaminate surface water and impact proper drainage, making areas more susceptible to flooding," said Assistant Attorney General Kristen Clarke of the department’s civil rights division. "No one in the United States should be exposed to risk of illness and other serious harm because of ineffective solid waste management or inadequate enforcement programs," Clarke added.
On the other hand, Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner described the probe as “absurd, baseless, and without merit”. He offer the city’s full cooperation with the Justice Department, confident that there was no discrimination.
The investigation is part of a Biden administration effort to prioritize environmental justice as it adopts new policies. The Justice Department announced the launch of a new office to help low-income areas and communities of color push back the disproportionate impact of air and water pollution.
Highlights
• 10 years of writing and editing experience Obsessed with home decor trends, plant parenting, cleaning, and other lifestyle topics.
• Expertise in content marketing and email strategy for brands and small businesses
About Nikola Gemeš
Nikola Gemeš, an electrical engineer turned sustainability consultant, bridges the gap between complex environmental concepts and GreenCitizen readers with his well-researched, accurate content. His commitment to sustainability extends from his professional life to personal practices of recycling and home-grown food. An adventurer at heart, Nikola enjoys hiking, white-water sports, and pocket knife collecting. At Green Citizen, he's instrumental in presenting the best sustainable brands, aiding well-informed decision-making. He firmly believes in the collective power of individuals, experts, businesses, and governments to foster a world where sustainability, life quality, economic prosperity, diversity, mental health, and gender equality are core values.
Experience
Nikola Gemeš has a rich and diverse background in electrical engineering, which he utilizes to break down complex sustainability topics for his readers. His unique blend of technical knowledge and communicative skills has made him a crucial part of GreenCitizen. Nikola's experience has honed his ability to navigate through intricate data and research, ensuring the content he delivers is both accurate and reliable. His passion for educating and informing is palpable in the impact he has made on Green Citizen's readership.
Outside of his professional endeavors, Nikola is deeply committed to environmental conservation in his personal life. This commitment is reflected in his everyday activities, from recycling to cultivating his own food. His hands-on approach to sustainability gives him a first-hand understanding of practical conservation efforts, further enriching the content he produces. These personal experiences often seep into his work, making it relatable and engaging for readers.
Nikola's key role extends to assessing and presenting sustainable brands to his audience. His comprehensive grasp of sustainability allows him to critically evaluate and offer the best environmentally-friendly options available on the market. He aids readers in making informed decisions that have a positive impact on both their lives and the environment. His belief in collective efforts towards a sustainable world is evident in his work, as he consistently promotes values of quality life, economic prosperity, diversity, mental health, and gender equality.
U.S. Launches Investigation of Houston Illegal Dumping in Black and Latino Communities
by : Nikola Gemeš | Published: August 2, 2022
0 shares Share 0 Tweet 0 Pin 0 Share 0 The Justice Department launched a probe into whether the city of Houston’s response to illegal dumping discriminated against Black and Latino communities. The investigation is led by the Justice …
The Justice Department launched a probe into whether the city of Houston's response to illegal dumping discriminated against Black and Latino communities.
The investigation is led by the Justice Department's civil rights division and the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Texas.
According to Reuters, the probe will examine if Houston’s solid waste management operations, policies, and practices lead to discriminatory dumping in Black and Latino Communities.
On the other hand, Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner described the probe as “absurd, baseless, and without merit”. He offer the city’s full cooperation with the Justice Department, confident that there was no discrimination.
The investigation is part of a Biden administration effort to prioritize environmental justice as it adopts new policies. The Justice Department announced the launch of a new office to help low-income areas and communities of color push back the disproportionate impact of air and water pollution.
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Nikola Gemeš
Highlights • 10 years of writing and editing experience Obsessed with home decor trends, plant parenting, cleaning, and other lifestyle topics. • Expertise in content marketing and email strategy for brands and small businesses About Nikola Gemeš Nikola Gemeš, an electrical engineer turned sustainability consultant, bridges the gap between complex environmental concepts and GreenCitizen readers with his well-researched, accurate content. His commitment to sustainability extends from his professional life to personal practices of recycling and home-grown food. An adventurer at heart, Nikola enjoys hiking, white-water sports, and pocket knife collecting. At Green Citizen, he's instrumental in presenting the best sustainable brands, aiding well-informed decision-making. He firmly believes in the collective power of individuals, experts, businesses, and governments to foster a world where sustainability, life quality, economic prosperity, diversity, mental health, and gender equality are core values. Experience Nikola Gemeš has a rich and diverse background in electrical engineering, which he utilizes to break down complex sustainability topics for his readers. His unique blend of technical knowledge and communicative skills has made him a crucial part of GreenCitizen. Nikola's experience has honed his ability to navigate through intricate data and research, ensuring the content he delivers is both accurate and reliable. His passion for educating and informing is palpable in the impact he has made on Green Citizen's readership. Outside of his professional endeavors, Nikola is deeply committed to environmental conservation in his personal life. This commitment is reflected in his everyday activities, from recycling to cultivating his own food. His hands-on approach to sustainability gives him a first-hand understanding of practical conservation efforts, further enriching the content he produces. These personal experiences often seep into his work, making it relatable and engaging for readers. Nikola's key role extends to assessing and presenting sustainable brands to his audience. His comprehensive grasp of sustainability allows him to critically evaluate and offer the best environmentally-friendly options available on the market. He aids readers in making informed decisions that have a positive impact on both their lives and the environment. His belief in collective efforts towards a sustainable world is evident in his work, as he consistently promotes values of quality life, economic prosperity, diversity, mental health, and gender equality.
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