What aspects of environmental injustice are present in the case of Flint, Michigan?
- What is environmental justice? How is this concept related to pollution and environmental risk?
- What aspects of environmental injustice are present in the case of Flint, Michigan?
- Consider the precautionary principle vs. the innocent-until-proven-guilty principle for assessing risk. What are the merits and drawbacks of each approach? Which do you want to see reflected in policy-making?
- Which environmental health hazards cause you the most concern for your personal well-being? Give at least two specific examples.