Disproportionate Impact

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-008218",
  "term": "Disproportionate Impact",
  "field": "Environment",
  "definition": "Refers to communities of low income and/or color and in the presence of high-risk environmental hazards. Those communities in the presence of environmental and human health hazards are more at risk of developing chronic health problems or experiencing environmental racism due to their surroundings than other parts of the country.",
  "references": [
    "Environmental Justice Key Terms"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/disproportionate-impact/"
}