Examples of General EJCPS Projects. EJCPS projects can address a range of different environmental and public health issues unrelated to COVID-19 including climate and disaster resiliency. See the list below for general examples of EJCPS projects. This is not an exhaustive list: a. Development of emergency preparedness and disaster resiliency plans and programs for underserved communities and vulnerable populations to minimize the exposure to pollutants in the event of a natural disaster. Disasters tend to disproportionately impact communities of color, low-income, rural, elderly, and youth populations. Disasters include but are not limited to hurricanes, tornadoes, coastal flooding, oil spills, wildfires, and earthquakes. Projects should address and/or prepare communities for the increases in pollution that can result from these and other disasters. b. Research, assessment, and/or study of air quality issues related to living close to transportation networks (e.g., railroads, railyards, ports, heavily trafficked roadways) in the local area, especially in areas where data may be limited. c. Assessment of nonpoint or point source releases of waterborne pollutants in underserved communities and the creative approaches used for mitigation; d. Establishment of collaborative and coordinated efforts, processes or procedures, and communication strategies between neighborhoods and communities with local governments regarding ongoing projects and initiatives at local levels to maximize use of local resources and reduce duplication of efforts.
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