SMART Inclusion: Episode 1 - Community Benefits & Justice 40

In this premiere episode of the SMART Inclusion podcast, host Todd Q. Adams introduces listeners to the pivotal Justice 40 initiative—a groundbreaking federal commitment that allocates 40% of the benefits from nearly $2 trillion in infrastructure investments to communities of color, including Black, Latino, and Indigenous communities. Todd breaks down what Justice 40 means for the future of energy, workforce development, environmental justice, and equity in the U.S.

Episode Notes:
[00:00] Welcome & Introduction, Todd Q. Adams welcomes listeners to the first episode of SMART Inclusion 
[02:15] The Justice 40 Initiative 
[04:30] Workforce Investment & Community Engagement 

Resources:
American Planning Association https://www.planning.org/
Brookings - https://savingplaces.org/
https://www.whitehouse.gov/environmentaljustice/justice40/