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Chrysoula D, Nafpaktos

I think it's unfair to throw the rubbish out of the trash can and to make our environment polluted

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Barkın,USGGED

Industrial Pollution: Samsun has industrial zones, and concerns have been raised about potential air and water pollution affecting nearby communities.

Waste Management: Inadequate waste disposal and limited recycling infrastructure could disproportionately impact certain areas or populations.

Coastal Erosion: Coastal erosion due to development and climate change may affect vulnerable communities and ecosystems.

Limited Access to Green Spaces: Unequal access to parks and green spaces could disproportionately affect certain neighborhoods.

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Illegal Waste Dump in For decades, a Roma community in the villages had to live with an illegal waste dump right in the middle of their settlement. The neighborhood lacked access to waste collection services, and the municipal office did not take action to address the issue1. It was only after local activists and a newly elected Roma mayor lobbied for a clean-up that the waste was finally removed.

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Dorota, GCD

In Slovakia, environmental injustice affects marginalized communities, particularly Roma, who face disproportionate exposure to pollution, limited access to clean resources, and are often relocated to areas with environmental hazards. For example, Roma settlements near industrial sites or contaminated areas, such as Rudňany and Jarovnice, experience significant health risks

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Šimon H., GCD

Toxic Waste Contamination

Example: The area around the Chemko plant in Strážske has significant pollution from PCBs (polychlorinated biphenyls).

Impact: Soil and water contamination have posed long-term health risks to local populations, with minimal accountability or cleanup efforts for decades.

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Zuzana M., GCD

In Slovakia, examples of environmental injustice include limited access to healthy food in rural or impoverished areas, air pollution in industrial regions like Košice, and inadequate public transportation in remote areas. Additionally, some low-income communities face poor housing conditions with issues like mold and inadequate insulation, impacting health.

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Lambrini P. Nafpaktos

In my country we have air pollution from the vehicles and also from the industries. In addition you will see rubbish everywhere in the roads or squares. I want to add thefts in public places and wrongful deaths from mentally ill people walking free among us!

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In mountainous areas near Nafpaktos, wind turbines have been installed.

These projects are often approved without asking local people, and can damage forests, wildlife, and traditional landscapes. Some residents feel excluded from decision-making, even though their environment is being altered.

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Antonia A, Acharnes

In some neighborhoods of Acharnes, it is so hard to find fresh fruits and vegetables close to home. We have to go far or rely on supermarkets that don’t always offer affordable or good quality produce. This makes it difficult to eat healthy every day. If there was offered more seasonal and local food we would support our health better and also help local farmers and reduce food transportation.

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George D-Acharnes

In some areas of Acharnes, public transportation is not easily accessible, especially for people living farther from the center. This results in residents having no choice but to use their cars to go to work. Traffic is increased and contributes to higher levels of air pollution in the area. The lack of reliable and eco-friendly transport options makes it harder for the community to reduce its environmental footprint. Improving bus routes and adding more frequent services could help reduce pollution and make the area healthier for everyone.

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Rivers Diversion

Plans to divert the Achelous and Mornos Rivers to irrigate Thessaly and Attica have been ongoing for decades. This affects the local ecosystem and agriculture in Etoloakarnania, especially Nafpaktos as it's depended on both of them. Many locals depend on these rivers, and diverting it threatens water supply, fishing, and biodiversity. From this fact are hurted mainly farmers and small communities who rely on local water sources.

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There have been past concerns about inadequate waste treatment systems in parts of Aetolia-Akarnania (the region around Nafpaktos).

The injustice: If sewage or landfill waste isn't properly treated, it can pollute rivers or the sea. This affects local residents' health and fishermen’s livelihoods, especially in smaller, less wealthy villages that lack political influence.

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Public transport in some parts of the city is not very reliable. Some people have trouble getting to work or school. Everyone should have the same quality of service, no matter where they live.

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Martha A- 2o Esperino EPAL Acharnon

There’s a lot of traffic and industrial activity near our schools and sometimes we smell the pollution in the air.

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Coastal Erosion and Construction

There have been concerns about uncontrolled coastal development and roadworks near beaches around Nafpaktos (like Psani and Gribovo, and especially in the Palaiopanagia beach). The injustice relies on the fact that natural beach areas are being changed without enough environmental planning. Locals may lose public access to clean beaches and see damage to natural ecosystems that once belonged to everyone.

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Elena P, Acharnes

Some neighborhoods in Athens have heavy traffic and a lot of air pollution. It’s hard to breathe, especially in summer. I think all parts of the city should have clean air

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In the mountainous areas around Nafpaktos (like in the Vardousia or Kravara regions), forests are sometimes cleared for roads, wind farms, or other development.

The injustice: Small farming communities or shepherds might not be consulted, and they often suffer the most when nature is disrupted or water resources are affected.

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Katerina D-Acharnes

Many homes in Acharnes are old buildings that were built before modern energy standards. They often lack proper insulation in the walls, windows and roofs, which means they lose heat quickly in the winter. As a result, families are forced to use a lot of electricity or fuel to stay warm, which can be very expensive and harmful to the environment. To improve the situation, we need support for home energy upgrades, like better insulation, double-glazed windows and efficient heating systems.

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Many smaller villages near Nafpaktos deal with forest degradation, road erosion, or flooding, especially after storms. These areas receive less investment and are slower to recover from environmental damage compared to larger cities.

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Giovanni D-Acharnes

We notice that green spaces are fewer in the eastern parts of Acharnes. Every neighborhood needs parks and clean areas to relax.

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Factories near residential zones can affect our health. We need stricter rules to protect people living close by.

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Acharnes needs more bike lanes to make cycling a safe and realistic option for students and workers. Right now, riding a bike on the streets can feel dangerous because of heavy traffic and the lack of dedicated space for cyclists. By adding bike lanes that connect neighborhoods with schools and public transport stops, we can encourage more people to leave their cars at home.

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In my town, we have a factory that sometimes makes the air smell bad. Some people have health problems because of it, and I think it’s not fair that our neighborhood has to deal with this while other places don’t.

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There is a landfill nearby that sometimes smells bad. It would be better if it was managed better and placed further away from where people live.

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I know some people living near old blocks of flats that have mold and are unsafe. The walls are cracked and they cannot afford to fix them or move somewhere better. This makes them sick and makes life really hard. It’s not fair that some people get to live in nice places while others don’t.

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There are settlements where people don’t have enough clean drinking water or proper toilets. Everyone should have access to basic services.

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In some neighborhoods near the industrial zone, the water is not always clean. I think everyone should have clean and safe drinking water, not just the newer areas of the city.

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In some islands, people don’t have regular garbage collection, so trash piles up. Tourists leave a lot of waste, and locals have to deal with it. It doesn’t seem right.

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In some villages, there’s no recycling or garbage pickup, so people burn their trash. That’s bad for the environment and for people’s health.

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Some neighborhoods don’t have safe parks or green spaces. Kids don’t have a place to play and people can’t relax outside.

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Near my town, there’s a quarry that makes a lot of dust and noise. People living close by say it’s harder to keep their houses clean and their kids healthy.