Sacrifice Zones
The term "sacrifice zone" originated during the Cod War, first used to designate areas that had been contaminated with radioactive materials and nuclear waste.
Today, in the U.S., these are most likely low-income and minority communities that suffer from a pattern of social and systemic injustices, including environmental pollution, poverty, and economic divestment. With little to no political power, these areas are typically the last to receive assistance from climate disasters or portections from future climate events.