Episode 16: Addressing Drinking Water Access and Safety with Jeremy Orr

In this episode, we delve into the critical issue of water access and safety in the U.S. and how related policies impact environmental justice communities. We are joined by Jeremy Orr, Director of Litigation and Advocacy Partnerships at Earthjustice, who sheds light on the pressing challenges faced by BIPOC-Frontline communities in accessing safe, clean, and quality water. We discuss how existing legislation like the Safe Drinking Water Act can better address these challenges and examine successful state-level policies that are improving the health and safety of frontline communities. Tune in to gain a comprehensive understanding of the water problem, its scale, and the potential for positive change through informed action.