In Providence, the Lower South Side community—home to many Black and brown families—has historically been subject to a variety of environmental injustices, such as the air pollution from nearby Interstate 95 and heavy industry presence. As a result, this community has a disproportionately high asthma rate, especially among children. I-95 can be seen running through the top left of the satellite view, while National Grid facilities (among others) in Fields Point are on the right of local homes.
Industry in East Providence, Rhode Island
From Global Energy Monitor
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