Social Issues Related to Energy
In 1970, the first Earth Day brought twenty million Americans to the streets to advocate for a healthy environment, laying the grounds for the modern climate justice movement. Explore issues related to Environmental Justice, resistance, activism, and stewardship in the articles and maps below.
FracTracker Maps & Articles

8 Maps to Strengthen Environmental Justice Policy in Pennsylvania
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Pennsylvania’s environmental justice policy is an important tool for protecting marginalized communities from harm - but it needs your input!

Real Talk on Pipelines
This story map contains audio clips and quotes from local officials and residents on the impacts of oil & gas pipelines in their communities.

Mapping Energy Systems Impacted by the Russia-Ukraine War
This story map explores how the West's failure to transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy is funding Russia's invasion of Ukraine

Victoria’s Story
The story of Victoria Switzer, a Dimock resident who is leading the charge to protect Burdick Creek and Dimock from toxic fracking waste.

Ten Things I learned from Taking Break Free From Plastic’s Toxic Tours
FracTracker's Erica Jackson outlines ten things she learned in Break Free From Plastic's virtual Toxic Tours.

It’s Time to Stop Urban Oil Drilling in Los Angeles
Oil & gas wells in Los Angeles disproportionately impact marginalized communities, producing dangerous levels of invisible, toxic emissions.