Environmental justice is "an accountability mechanism for the protection of rights, prevention, repression of harms related to the disproportionate impacts of growth on the poor and vulnerable in society due to increased pollution, degradation of ecosystem services, inequitable access to benefits, use of natural assets and extractive resources. Many careers focus on different aspects of this definition, such as protecting rights, punishing wrongs, and fighting for equitable access. In this short guide, we'll give a history of environmental justice, describe the types of jobs available, and explain the qualifications you'll need.