Poluição por derrame de petróleo

Abstract

Oil spills in water resources willcause great degradation of the environment and the entire ecosystem of which it is part, as animals, plants and humans. It is noteworthy that most of them can be avoided if the necessary preventive measures are taken to minimize the risk of oil spills. Large quantities of toxic substanceslodged in ecosystems causesa slow recovery of the same. In response to the disasters that have occurred in the past and to minimize the impact of attacks on the environment; relevant National Legislation and International Conventions worldwide were created to determine and standardize procedures and preventive and corrective procedures, standardizing and improving standards in countries and ships in general. Unfortunately the biggest enemy seems to be the economic interest that comes first in relation to the preservation of the environment. The search for better technologies must be continuous to reduceharm to the water environment. Respect and preserve the environment should be paramount and constant development of maritime economic activities elements. Research on new methods, product containment and collection to be used in a spill, have advanced steadily, leading to a better use in emergency situations. However, the dispute in the oil companies stand out, leading to unbridled pursuit of profit without considering the consequences of human negligence together, are major obstacles to be overcome through awareness.