The Gowanus Canal in Brooklyn is a federally designated Superfund site due to over a century of industrial pollution from gasworks and chemical plants. The canal is affected by New York City's outdated combined sewer system, which contributes to untreated sewage overflows. Despite ongoing cleanup efforts, toxic contaminants remain a significant risk to local communities. The canal represents a case study in environmental injustice and gentrification, influenced by a rapidly developing neighborhood and persistent grassroots advocacy for sustainable remediation and development, particularly by Friends and Residents of Greater Gowanus (FROGG).
Designated a federal Superfund site by the EPA in 2010, the Gowanus Canal has suffered over a century of industrial pollution, impacting the local community.
Despite cleanup efforts, toxic pollutants persist, posing risks to nearby communities and exemplifying the intersection of science, policy, and community action.
The Gowanus Canal serves as a powerful case study in environmental injustice, gentrification, and climate vulnerability, representing a complex urban environmental challenge.
Infrastructure improvements are underway to reduce untreated sewage and stormwater overflows, essential for addressing the longstanding environmental issues faced by the Gowanus Canal.
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