Transportation and warehousing are a fundamental part of the nation’s economy and one of the most significant contributors to the climate crisis.
February 20, 2025
Transit Equity for the People
Trucks make up only 4% of vehicles on the road but contribute a baffling 90% of nitrogen oxide and diesel vehicle emissions. We see this reality in neighborhoods near highways, ports, and inland ports across the nation. Racist interstate planning makes Black and brown people most vulnerable to this pollution, elevating cancer risk and lowering life expectancy. We focus on how the larger movement as well as the new administration can take action now to protect and uplift working class Black and brown communities while putting a meaningful dent in our climate pollution emissions.
At Hip Hop Caucus, we understand that our fight for a greener future is intersectional. Our work spans across racial and economic justice in an effort to ensure liberation for Black, Brown and Indigenous communities. Explore more of our work today.
