An Investigative Analysis of Environmental Justice Principles in Green Stormwater Infrastructure in USA and RSA
The legacy of racism in both the United States of America and the Republic of South Africa, interwoven into policy and practices, continues to influence even the most basic infrastructural systems. One manifestation of this unfortunate fact is the injustice experienced by marginalized communities in the form of disproportionate flooding, contamination, and health concerns due to poor stormwater drainage.
Eco-Tourism is an Eco-Drain
Amid the intensity of today’s modern society, visiting the last “untouched” corners of the earth attracts tourists in staggering numbers. However, these areas aren’t always the paradises they promote themselves to be.
Climate Victory in Switzerland Signals Promise for Enforced Environmental Human Rights
The European Court of Human Rights has issued its first-ever climate case victory, ruling on April 9, 2024 that Switzerland has failed in its obligations to slow the impact of global warming. The judgment states that the climate crisis is a human rights crisis, opening up new avenues for environmental protection enforcement that have previously been lacking in international law.
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Erin Czelusniak 