NNPA NEWSWIRE — A March 2019 study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS) found that Whites experience 17 percent less pollution caused by their consumption of goods and services. On the other hand, Blacks and Hispanics experience 56 percent and 63 percent, respectively, more pollution than their consumption would generate. | By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia For many, Earth Day stands as a reminder of everyone’s role as stewards of the planet. It’s a time to reflect and to plan ahead for a cleaner and healthier environment. Still, for many others, it’s also a stark reminder about how African Americans and other minorities […]
