Environmental Justice is the fair treatment and meaningful involvement of all people regardless of race, color, national origin, or income with respect to the development, implementation, and enforcement of environmental laws, regulations, and policies. EPA has this goal for all communities and persons across this Nation. It will be achieved when everyone enjoys the same degree of protection from environmental and health hazards and equal access to the decision-making process to have a healthy environment in which to live, learn, and work.
Please join us to talk about EPA’s EJ activities and other EJ issues that are important to your community. Read more about how to participate. |
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We are now accepting grant applications through February 29 for the FY2012 round of EJ Small Grants. Read more about how to apply. |
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Plan EJ 2014 aims to protect people's health in communities overburdened by pollution, empower communities to take action to improve their health and environment. Read more about Plan EJ 2014. |
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EJ IWG agencies are seeking public comment on their environmental justice strategies. |
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National Environmental Justice Advisory Council (NEJAC)
A Federal committee providing recommendations to EPA on environmental justice matters
Meetings | Recommendations | Subcommittees
Plan EJ 2014
Plan EJ 2014 is EPA’s road map for advancing environmental justice across the agency and federal government.
Environmental Justice Grants & Programs
Providing financial assistance to for projects to address local environmental concerns
Small Grants | Collaborative Problem Solving Cooperative Agreements
Federal Interagency Working Group on Environmental Justice (IWG)
Various Federal agencies and White House offices working to integrate environmental justice into its individual programs
Environmental Justice Achievement Awards
Recognizing the achievements of organizations that undertake environmental justice initiatives which make a positive impact in the community
Community Outreach Teleconferences
Provides information to participants about the Agency’s EJ activities and maintain an open dialogue with EJ advocates
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