Which consumer advocate inspired many environmental laws?

Rachel Carson, an influential consumer advocate and marine biologist, inspired many environmental laws with her groundbreaking book "Silent Spring," published in 1962. Her work raised public awareness about the dangers of pesticides and their impact on wildlife and human health, ultimately leading to a shift in environmental policy. Carson's advocacy played a crucial role in the establishment of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the development of laws aimed at protecting the environment and public health.