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Environmental Movement

Environmental Movement. The Movement Begins. Rachel Carson- “Silent Spring” DDT- harmful chemical “Great Society”- make people aware of their environment. Nuclear Power. Use of sustained nuclear fission to generate heat and electricity (provides energy). Public Response.

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Environmental Movement

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  1. Environmental Movement

  2. The Movement Begins • Rachel Carson- “Silent Spring” • DDT- harmful chemical • “Great Society”- make people aware of their environment

  3. Nuclear Power • Use of sustained nuclear fission to generate heat and electricity (provides energy)

  4. Public Response • Environmental Protection Agency (1970) • Sets & enforces pollution standards • Promotes research • Coordinates anti-pollution activities with gov’t

  5. Public Response • Earth Day • Restoration projects were begun and a national clean up

  6. Consumer Movement • Ralph Nader • 1966- National traffic & Motor Vehicle Safety Act • 1967- Wholesome Meat Act: food safety • “Nader’s Raiders”: youth activists investigating gov’t corruption

  7. **Many people are still involved and continuing to work for the protection of our environment

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