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S1: E9 Power Shift: The Hidden Stories Behind America's Energy Transition
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In this eye-opening episode with Jeanette Pablo of the Climate Equity Foundation (CEF), we uncover the untold human cost of America's energy revolution.
While policymakers debate carbon targets and renewable portfolios, real communities are fighting for their very existence. From the industrial pollution of Cancer Alley to the contaminated lands of the Navajo Nation, this conversation reveals what happens when energy systems transform without justice at their core.
Jeanette and Just Power host Carolyn Parrs discuss CEF’s national survey “Perspectives from Environmental Justice Communities”, the selection of specific communities for their research, how to effectively work with environmental justice communities, and the unique challenges they face.
Key Ideas
- The reality in "sacrifice zones" where generations have endured industrial pollution while powering America's growth.
- Why community priorities often surprise outsiders—with affordable housing and mental health services sometimes ranking above job creation.
- The mistakes energy companies and policymakers make when they design plans without authentic community engagement.
- How a community benefits plan ensures that vulnerable populations are centered in the clean energy transition.
- How the language we use and the respect we show can make or break community relationships in environmental justice work.
This isn’t just an episode on energy equity, it’s a case study about reimagining who has a voice in our energy future and which communities will thrive or disappear in our rapidly changing energy landscape.
Chapters
00:00
Introduction to Just Power and Its Mission
02:26
The Role of Environmental Justice in Climate Advocacy
05:02
Research Methodology and Community Selection
12:50
Exploring the Ironbound Community's Environmental Challenges
21:11
Understanding Cancer Alley and Its Impact
24:17
The Navajo Nation: Sovereignty and Environmental Injustice
27:44
The Just Transition: Addressing Community Needs
30:57
Community Benefits: Priorities and Challenges
33:34
Engaging Communities: Building Relationships
37:00
Blueprint for Community Benefits Plans
43:36
Lessons Learned: Respect and Listening
49:13
Future Directions: Small Island Developing States
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Jeanette Pablo, CEO Climate Equity Foundation
Perspectives from Environmental Justice Communities: A National Survey
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Just Power is produced and hosted by Carolyn Parrs, sustainability and environmental communication and marketing consultant, coach, and advocate for a just transition to clean energy that leaves no one behind. The podcast is brought to you by New Mexico State University and Mind Over Markets.
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