Benjamin Franklin was not only a brilliant scientist, but also an early environmentalist.

During his travels across the Atlantic Ocean, he became interested in oceanography which led to his discovery of the Gulf Stream.  In addition to his interest in ocean currents, Franklin was passionate about clean water and the public right to access it.  In 1739, he petitioned the Philadelphia government to prohibit the tannery industry from dumping waste into the Delaware River. Franklin subsequently led a commission to monitor water pollution and waste disposal across the state of Pennsylvania. Today the renowned Franklin Institute continues Benjamin’s legacy providing educational programs in environmental science and climate change.

As Franklin stated, “The noblest question in the world is what good may I do in it?” 

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