Oil Spills on Land and Water

Land Oil Spill – Much of marine oil pollution comes from oil spills on land – 12 spills per 4000 L are reported in Canada each day – 11 of the spills are from land

Oil Spill Cleanup The cleanup methods are similar to water oil spills Barriers are placed around the spill to contain it Sorbents are used to soak up oil

Oil is Not the Only Problem Many fluids are not as visible as water oil spills. – Most of the pollution in water are the result of run- off – Brake and antifreeze fluid or liquid fertilizer can end up dripping in our water system Contaminating Fluids

Environmental and Economic Impact Average cleaning cost – Is between $20 and $200 for every litre of water Economic Environmental Accidental spills and natural sources account for 30% of water pollution Half of the pollution is the result of our day-to- day use of fluids.

Social Responsibility Leftover household fluids can be taken to special disposal sites instead of being poured down the drain