Earth Day 2021: Justin Timberlake raises voice against new pipelines in Memphis

On the auspicious occasion of Earth Day 2021, Justin Timberlake drew attention to the threat faced by the clean water resource, due to the construction of Byhalia pipeline in Memphis.

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Though, he mentioned the splendour of the people, the food, the music and the place’s culture, he also mentioned one less-known fact about Memphis.

In the video with the graphics and the quirky Don’ts, he reminded people that the ground below  Memphis was a potential source of ‘world’s cleanest water’. But it faces a great threat due to the the oil companies building the Byhalia Pipeline. He further added that the pipeline would pass majorly through the Black, poor localities.

Lastly, he urged everyone to sign the petition to raise awareness against the destruction of such an incredible natural resources for some people’s business interests.

Vaishnavi Shree

Vaishnavi Shree is a first-year Journalism student at the University of Delhi. A media enthusiast, she writes extensively on Quora and makes podcasts for Spotify. Vaishnavi is currently working as an Entertainment Journalist at http://USAnewshour.com and can be contacted at vaishnavishree2001@gmail.com