In 1989, the Exxon Valdez ran aground on Bligh Reef in Prince William Sound Alaska. Work has been underway in the years since the tragedy to implement a recovery plan for the Sound. It has been noted recently that a claim for $92 million made by the United States and the State of Alaska in […]
Arctic Marine Oilspill Program Technical...
A changing Arctic environment, with its reduction in sea ice and rapidly opening sea-lanes, is supporting the continued growth of the oil exploration and production industry. Being prepared to deal with oil spills and their consequences is vital to protecting the marine environment. The Arctic Marine Oilspill Program (AMOP) is one significant way to bring […]
A Report on the 20th Anniversary of the ...
The 20th Anniversary of the Good Friday Spill: Most of us remember where we were on Good Friday, the 24th of March in 1989, when the Exxon Valdez went aground on Bligh Reed in Prince William Sound. The resulting release of 11 millions gallons of North Slope crude oil has proven to continue its impact […]
Lingering Oil from the 1989 Exxon Valdez...
Lingering Oil from the 1989 Exxon Valdez Oil Spill Seen in 2012: As the issues continue with the Shell Alaska drilling unit Kulluk and Shell’s exploration efforts, it is important to remember than crude lingers for a long time in the arctic environment, heightening the importance of conducting exploration activities right the first time or […]