Issue Position: Environmental Justice

Issue Position

We must save the planet! It is as simple as that. Marie believes we must not only transition Delaware into a green state but we must ensure environmental justice for all residents while doing so. Environmental justice ensures that all people receive fair allocation of environmental advantages and burdens. We often see the most vulnerable populations being placed at higher risk for environmental burdens. In the 13th district resides who reside in the New Castle area experienced this firsthand in 2018 when a huge gas toxic gas leak occurred due to a malfunction at Croda. Environmental Justice will result in improved health and wellness outcomes for Delaware residents.

Transitioning to a green state will create sustainability within the environment and the economy. The steps to developing sustainability will create new employment opportunities for Delaware residents. Some states have found that every dollar invested in environmental efficiency returns at minimum $2 in net economic benefits.

As your state senator Marie will:

Advocate for a Green New Deal in Delaware that will bring jobs and sustainability statewide
Ensure the provision of clean drinking water statewide

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