2024
Yes
Social Inequities in Exposure to Traffic-Related Air and Noise Pollution at Public Schools in Texas
https://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/20/7/5308
Chakraborty, Jayajit
North America
Exposure
Students
Elementary (K-5)
Middle/Jr High (6-8)
High School (9-12)
Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2)
Noise
Hearing
children
Environmental justice
Air pollution
road noise
Public schools
In Texas, schools with highest NO₂ and road noise exposure served disproportionately Black, Hispanic, and low-income children. NO₂ linked to racial/ethnic minority and younger students; noise linked to socioeconomically deprived and older students. Findings highlight environmental inequities.
2023