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A screenshot of an interactive map of the US that shows ethylene oxide emitting facilities.

Invisible Threat Inequitable Impact

Ethylene oxide, a colorless gas known to cause cancer, is emitted by facilities that sterilize medical equipment and dried food products as well as by some chemical plants, posing a largely invisible and unrecognized threat to nearby communities.
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Downtown Providence, Rhode Island

Diesel pollution in RI

Exhaust from diesel trucks and buses is a leading source of harmful air pollution that sends Rhode Island residents to the hospital every year.
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Harrisonburg Downtown Historic District, Main St. and adj. areas bet. Kratzer Ave., and Grace St. Harrisonburg

Diesel pollution in VA

Exhaust from diesel trucks and buses is a leading source of harmful air pollution that sends Virginia residents to the hospital every year.
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UCS JEDI Report 2022

An annual update on the Union of Concerned Scientists’ work to center justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI) in our science-based advocacy, impact, and organizational culture.
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Grey electric vehicle at electric vehicle charging station

State of Charge

Electric cars produce lower global warming emissions and cost significantly less to fuel than the average gasoline-powered vehicle.