Scott Smith

Scott Smith is an independent testing expert and environmental advocate who has investigated more than 75 oil and chemical disasters worldwide. Known as “The Guy in the Blue Shirt,” he uncovers hidden environmental hazards and empowers impacted communities with independent science. After the East Palestine train derailment, his tests revealed dangerous soil contamination the EPA had withheld. A named inventor on 25+ patents and founder of the Blue Shirt Justice League, Smith is a 2024 Blueprint Impact Award recipient and Government Accountability Project client.