Peggy Shepard

Peggy Shepard, an influential environmental justice leader, discusses the urgent need for equity in the fight against climate change. She highlights how pollution disproportionately impacts Black, brown, and Indigenous communities, turning 'sacrifice zones' into 'green zones.' Peggy emphasizes the importance of community engagement and grassroots organizing to combat historical injustices and reshape environmental policies. Her call to action challenges us to rethink who bears the burden of pollution and advocates for a cleaner, fairer future for all.

Environmental justice leader Peggy Shepard discusses the disproportionate impact of pollution on marginalized communities and advocates for building an equitable future. She highlights the concept of 'green zones' to address historical pollution and harmful policies, emphasizing the need to turn 'sacrifice zones' into areas that prioritize community health and well-being.

Peggy Shepard, co-founder of WE ACT for Environmental Justice, and Paul Onyx Lozito, deputy director at the Mayor's Office, dive deep into NYC's environmental justice challenges. They discuss the stark pollution disparities affecting communities and outline the comprehensive EJNYC report. Peggy shares the origins of WE ACT, emphasizing community activism against pollution, while Paul highlights new laws aimed at fostering community input. Together, they stress the importance of local engagement in shaping sustainable solutions for vulnerable neighborhoods.