What is the core principle of 'environmental justice' concerning the distribution of environmental burdens and benefits?

The core principle of 'environmental justice' is that all people, regardless of race, color, national origin, or income, have the right to equal protection from environmental hazards and equal access to environmental benefits. Environmental justice addresses the disproportionate burden of environmental pollution and degradation that often falls on low-income communities and communities of color. These communities are frequently located near polluting industries, waste disposal sites, and other sources o....