Redlining: How Does It Compound Climate Risks and Food Insecurity?

Racist federal housing policies have left a legacy of environmental and social inequities, with formerly redlined neighborhoods often facing greater climate-related challenges like extreme heat, flooding, and poor air quality. These same areas frequently lack access to nutritious food, compounding the impacts of climate change on vulnerable populations. Addressing these challenges calls for systemic solutions, including equitable urban planning, climate-resilient food systems, and investments in historically marginalized communities to ensure a more sustainable and just future.

Infographic by Arielle Kouyoumdjian