Spill Sources
Petroleum products are crucial resources that drive our economy and are essential to our way of life. However, accessing these resources carries some inherent risk and the potential for a spill. Industry understands these issues and takes extensive precautions at each source to minimize such risks.
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WellsOpen/CloseWhen drilling through soil and rock layers to reach oil and natural gas deposits, modern drilling techniques control the enormous pressure.
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ShipsOpen/CloseToday's cutting-edge tanker ships are the products of a commitment to safety, combined with the power of computer-assisted design.
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PipelinesOpen/ClosePipeline operators seek to minimize environmental impact by carefully selecting routes and maintaining their equipment for safe, reliable operation.
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Refineries and StorageOpen/CloseRefineries incorporate extensive drainage and water treatment systems that support environmental protection and operational efficiency.
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Gas StationsOpen/CloseStation owners have taken several important steps to reduce the risks of overfilling incidents that used to occur.
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ConsumersOpen/CloseWhat we do with the used oil from our cars plays an important role in protecting our waterways and groundwater supplies for future generations.
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