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environmental justice
The fair treatment of people of all races, cultures, incomes, and educational levels with respect to the development and enforcement of environmental laws, regulations, and policies. Fair treatment implies that no population should be forced to shoulder a disproportionate share of exposure to the negative effects of pollution due to lack of political or economic strength.
- Part of Speech: noun
- Industry/Domain: Agricultural chemicals
- Category: Pesticides
- Government Agency: U.S. EPA
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- Spencer
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