Report: The EPA Needs to Further Refine and Implement Guidance to Address Cumulative Impacts and Disproportionate Health Effects Across Environmental Programs
Report No. 23-P-0029, August 22, 2023
Without policies, guidance, and performance measures, EPA programs may not be addressing cumulative impacts and disproportionate health effects on overburdened communities. Such policies, guidance, and performance measures are critical to advancing the EPA’s environmental justice and equity goals.
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- News Release (pdf)
This report relates to: Project No. OA-FY21-0279.
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