By Ethnic Media Services Poor health and exposure to environmental toxins shorten the careers of Black workers, according to three new studies. Black workers are often forced into early retirement, dampening their prospects for a stable economic life post-career, reports the Center for Retirement Research at Boston College. Numerous studies resulting from this research agenda ...

By Dianne Anderson Environmental justice ambassador Evan Webb doesn’t have to think too hard about why more people that look like him aren’t involved in the fight for clean air and water, but he knows it’s not always easy. Between working and being a full-time student, the commitment requires a strong sense of community and ...

New Report Says California’s “Transformative Climate Communities” Should Be National Model; Case Studies Highlight Real-World Impact in Oakland, Ontario, Stockton & Northeast San Fernando Valley With the urgent need to act on climate change getting more attention at COP26, in Washington and around the U.S., a new report from The Greenlining Institute finds that an ...

By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Correspondent For many, Earth Day stands as a reminder of everyone’s role as stewards of the planet. It’s a time to reflect and to plan ahead for a cleaner and healthier environment. Still, for many others, it’s also a stark reminder about how African Americans and other minorities are ...