what is the justice40 initiative?
what is the justice40 initiative?

The Justice40 initiative is a plan announced by President Joe Biden in January 2021 to deliver 40% of the benefits from federal investments in climate and clean energy to disadvantaged communities. These communities are often disproportionately affected by the negative impacts of climate change and pollution, such as higher rates of asthma, flooding, and job loss. The initiative aims to address these disparities by directing federal resources towards projects that benefit these communities, such as clean energy infrastructure, public transportation, and affordable housing. The goal is to create economic opportunities, improve public health, and build more resilient communities.
  The Justice40 Initiative is a national initiative launched in 2014 by the White House, with the goal of ensuring that at least 40% of the benefits of federal climate and energy investments reach disadvantaged communities. The initiative is focused on addressing environmental justice and equity issues by prioritizing the investment of federal funds in communities that have historically been disproportionately impacted by pollution and climate change.

The Justice40 Initiative is based on the principle that all communities, regardless of race, ethnicity, or socioeconomic status, should benefit from federal investments in clean energy and climate resilience. The initiative aims to achieve this by:

1. Increasing access to clean energy and climate resilience investments in disadvantaged communities.
2. Ensuring that these communities have a voice in the decision-making process around federal investments.
3. Promoting sustainable economic development and job creation in disadvantaged communities.
4. Addressing environmental justice and equity issues through the allocation of federal funds.

The Justice40 Initiative is led by the White House Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) in collaboration with other federal agencies, including the Department of Energy, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and the Department of Housing