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