1. Oil Spill
The petroleum industry is working closely with government agencies, universities and research centers to reduce the frequency and impact of oil spills. ... Since the passage of the Oil Pollution Act of 1990, the petroleum industry has invested nearly $17 billion in oil spill prevention and response. ... API's annual Petroleum Industry Environmental Performance (PIEP) report confirms this trend. ... Every phase of the petroleum industry has contributed to this progress. ... The hydrocarbons and other compounds found in crude oil are naturally occurring materials and represent a potential e...
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