Environmental Justice
Carol recognizes that we can't speak on climate justice without talking about environmental racism. The Covanta incinerator located in Chester City affects everyone in the 159th, but disproportionately affects poor communities of color. The incinerator is one of the leading causes of air pollution and asthma in City of Chester and the surrounding communities such as Trainer.
Carol believes it's time to fight back and cap the number of states that bring in trash to our district and progress to zero waste. We deserve access to clean air, clean water, and a clean environment.
““The climate crisis is now viewed as an existential threat that is directly linked to economic and racial justice.” ”
What Carol’s Achieved
What Carol’s Done
Lobbied against environmental racism at the state and federal level.
Advocate for improved transparency, monitoring, and regulations for local polluters.
Stood against permits for new corporate polluters in the 159th.
What Carol Supports
Legislation which increases monitoring standards for polluting facilities operating in the Commonwealth.
Federal or state regulations that allow for cumulative pollution to be considered in the permitting process.