According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), roughly 706 million gallons of petroleum are released into the ocean each year. Many believe that the bulk of this is caused by major catastrophic oil spills. However, the facts demonstrate that small spills or minor leaks add up significantly over time. In reality, a 2010 study estimated that between 10 and 16 million gallons of these spills are caused by poor maintenance practices or regular leaks and spills. This means that those companies who aim to be more environmentally responsible will need to evaluate the full range of their equipment, maintenance processes and product use to make more sustainable choices.
According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), roughly 706 million gallons of petroleum are released into the ocean each year. Many believe that the bulk of this is caused by major catastrophic oil spills. However, the facts demonstrate that small spills or minor leaks add up significantly over time. In reality, a 2010 study estimated that between 10 and 16 million gallons of these spills are caused by poor maintenance practices or regular leaks and spills. This means that those companies who wish to be more environmentally responsible must take a look at the full range of their equipment, maintenance processes and product used to make more sustainable choices.
