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The effectiveness of traditional oil spill response techniques such as booms and skimmers

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Oil spills are an all-too-common occurrence, and their impact on the environment and wildlife can be devastating. A quick and effective response is essential to reduce the damage, and traditional techniques such as booms and skimmers have been used for decades to contain and remove spilled oil

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Oil spill prevention and response

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Oil spill prevention and response is a critical issue that requires constant attention and vigilance. The impact of an oil spill can be devastating to the environment, the economy, and public health. Therefore, it is essential to have effective prevention measures in place, as well as a robust response plan to minimize the damage. Prevention […]

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Wind-Driven Surface Currents – The Death Knell for Conventional Oil Booms

Cleaner Seas July 27, 2021

Wind-Driven Surface Currents – The Death Knell for Conventional Oil Booms

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10 Worst Oil Spills in World History

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Oil spills are one of the main factors that cause long term adverse effect on marine life. The spills take months to clean up and can result in death of thousands of marine animals and birds. It has been found out that, despite all cleaning efforts, considerable amount of oil remains in the area affected […]

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A breakthrough in single-vessel oil spill recovery

Cleaner Seas July 27, 2021

By teaming up a DESMI Speed-Sweep boom and a suitable in-line skimmer (DESMI Ro-Skim or DESMI Octopus Inline Skimmer) in one product, Ro-Vane completely eliminates the need for a second clean-up vessel.

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The BP Oil Spill

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As we all know, the BP oil spill in 2010 was good for absolutely nobody. This slick substance now sits on the surface of the scene of the crime.

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The Galapagos Oil Spill

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The Galapagos Oil Spill covered 186 square miles of sea. It has caused a significant problem in the ecosystem of the nearby islands that it spilled on.

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Oil Spill Response: ELASTEC Introduces New 1.5 Meter BoomVane

Cleaner Seas July 27, 2021 0

The latest addition to ELASTEC’S arsenal of oil spill response equipment is the 1.5 meter ELASTEC BoomVane™.

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BP Appeal Regarding The Gulf of Mexico Oil Spill Rejected By The Supreme Court

Cleaner Seas July 27, 2021 0

The Supreme Court rejected BP’s attempt at appealing its own settlement with businesses and individuals that lost money due to the massive 2010 oil spill.

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International Oil Spill Response in a Changing World

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Despite being a naturally occurring substance, oil spills can pose significant threats to environmental and socioeconomic resources.