SDG 13 ยท Indicator

Racial Disparity in Pollution Burden

times higher


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Click a state to learn more and see racially disaggregated data (where available).


Legend

Good progress or SDG achieved

Challenges remain

Significant challenges remain

Major challenges remain

Information unavailable


US Performance

Challenges remain

1.42



Description

How many times more likely people in the least-served racial group are at risk of exposure to air pollution, when compared to white people.

Long-Term Objective

The long-term objective for this indicator is a value of 1, indicating equality.

Reference

National Equity Atlas, Policy Link

Racial Disparity in Pollution Burden