“We need rail to shift away from polluting technologies so that we can breathe easier and normalize clean air for communities like West Long Beach and other cities across the US.” - Jan Victor Andasan, East Yard Communities for Environmental Justice
Pollution from railyards has directly harmed Jan and their family's health. Zero-emission technology exists today. Frontline communities can’t keep paying the cost of freight with their health. We need zero-emissions solutions for rail today. #WeAreJustTryingToBreathe!
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“For decades, communities living next to the port marine cargo terminals have had the burden of pollution from the operations at these port terminals.” - Kyle Heiskala, Environmental Health Coalition
This overburdening of pollution in Barrio Logan has led to residents having an 85% higher risk of developing cancer than the rest of the U.S. We need zero-emission ports. #WeAreJustTryingToBreathe!
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A Breath of Fresh Air in San Diego Port Communities’ Long Fight Against Industrial Pollution
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San Diego’s Port has doubled its commitment to offset the impacts of industrial pollution in neighboring Barrio Logan and National City. Is it enough?0 CommentsComment on Facebook
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