Presentation Type
Poster Presentation
Campus
Daytona Beach
Status
Student
Student Year and Major
Junior, Computational Mathematics
Presentation Description/Abstract
Rachel Carson's groundbreaking book, Silent Spring, published in 1962, serves as a pivotal moment in the history of environmental advocacy. The book exposed the consequences of pesticide use on ecosystems and called for a reevaluation of human impact on the environment. This research project aims to comprehensively analyze the profound and enduring impact of Carson's work on environmental public policy. The research employs a literature review and analysis of legislation to trace the influence of Silent Spring on environmental advocacy in the government. A correlation is revealed between the release of Silent Spring and the enactment of key environmental laws, such as the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and the establishment of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in the United States. The findings underscore the profound impact of Silent Spring as a catalyst for environmental awareness and change, showcasing the book's role in inspiring a generation of activists and policymakers. This not only contributes to our understanding of the historical significance of Silent Spring but also emphasizes the necessity of public engagement and effective communication in driving environmental policy change. This research is essential for policymakers, environmental activists, and anyone interested in understanding the transformative power of literature in addressing urgent environmental concerns.
Keywords
Environmental movement, pesticides, ecological consciousness, conservation movement, environmental literature
Included in
American Literature Commons, Environmental Policy Commons, Environmental Studies Commons
Rachel Carson's Silent Spring: Pioneering Environmental Policy Change
Rachel Carson's groundbreaking book, Silent Spring, published in 1962, serves as a pivotal moment in the history of environmental advocacy. The book exposed the consequences of pesticide use on ecosystems and called for a reevaluation of human impact on the environment. This research project aims to comprehensively analyze the profound and enduring impact of Carson's work on environmental public policy. The research employs a literature review and analysis of legislation to trace the influence of Silent Spring on environmental advocacy in the government. A correlation is revealed between the release of Silent Spring and the enactment of key environmental laws, such as the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and the establishment of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in the United States. The findings underscore the profound impact of Silent Spring as a catalyst for environmental awareness and change, showcasing the book's role in inspiring a generation of activists and policymakers. This not only contributes to our understanding of the historical significance of Silent Spring but also emphasizes the necessity of public engagement and effective communication in driving environmental policy change. This research is essential for policymakers, environmental activists, and anyone interested in understanding the transformative power of literature in addressing urgent environmental concerns.