Assignment task:
References provided at the end of the document need to be cited in the text below:
Achieving environmental justice in this scenario could face several barriers:
Resistance from the local community: The local community, especially those who have been living there for generations, may resist the idea of environmental justice if they perceive it as a threat to their livelihoods. They may view the drilling and logging operations as a source of jobs and economic stability, and may not be easily convinced about the long-term benefits of eco-tourism and sustainable development.
Political barriers: The governor's support for drilling and increased logging indicates a political climate that may not be conducive to environmental justice. Overcoming this barrier would require significant advocacy efforts, including lobbying, public awareness campaigns, and possibly legal action.
Economic barriers: Sustainable development and eco-tourism may require significant upfront investment, and it may take time for these initiatives to become profitable. This could be a barrier if the community is in immediate need of economic relief.
Information and education barriers: There may be a lack of understanding or misinformation about the environmental impacts of drilling and logging, and the benefits of sustainable development and eco-tourism. Overcoming this barrier would require comprehensive community education efforts.
References:
Bullard, R. D., & Johnson, G. S. (2000). Environmental justice: Grassroots activism and its impact on public policy decision making. Journal of Social Issues, 56(3), 555-578.
Schlosberg, D. (2007). Defining environmental justice: Theories, movements, and nature. Oxford University Press.
Walker, G. (2012). Environmental justice: Concepts, evidence and politics. Routledge.