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The link between incarceration and environmental health cannot be ignored. Many prisons in the United States utilize water sourced from contaminated areas, raising serious health concerns for inmates. It is alarming that a substantial number of these facilities are situated on toxic land—one-third of U.S. prisons are located within three miles of toxic waste cleanup centers. Therefore, any efforts to improve incarceration rates should also focus on ensuring cleaner, safer environments for all residents.