The Basics of Oil Spill Cleanup
The Basics of Oil Spill Cleanup

Author: Mervin F. Fingas

Publisher: Environmental Emergency Branch

Published: 1979

Total Pages: 174

ISBN-13:

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General introduction to the technology of oil spill cleanup and summary of data compiled by Environment Canada since 1972.

Advances in Oil-Water Separation
Advances in Oil-Water Separation

Author: Papita Das

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 2022-02-16

Total Pages: 568

ISBN-13: 0323886310

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Advances in Oil-Water Separation: A Complete Guide for Physical, Chemical, and Biochemical Processes discusses a broad variety of chemical, physical and biochemical processes, including skimming, membrane separation, adsorption, onsite chemical reactions, burning and usage of suitable microbial strains for onsite degradation of oil. It critically reviews all current developments in oil-water separation processes and technologies, identifies gaps and illuminates the scope for future research and development in the field. This book provides researchers, engineers and environmental professionals working in oil recovery and storage with solutions for disposal of waste oil and separation of oil from water in a sustainable, environmentally-friendly way. As the book provides a complete state-of-art overview on oil-water separation technologies, it will also ease literature searches on oil-water separation technologies. - Provides a comprehensive overview of state-of-the-art developments in oil-water separation methods - Discusses the pros and cons of established processes - Guides the reader towards the selection of the right technique/process for each oil-water separation problem - Presents current developments on adsorbent based oil-water separation

Oil Spill Dispersants
Oil Spill Dispersants

Author: Committee on Understanding Oil Spill Dispersants: Efficacy and Effects

Publisher:

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 408

ISBN-13:

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Approximately 3 million gallons of oil or refined petroleum products are spilled into U.S. waters every year. Oil dispersants (chemical agents such as surfactants, solvents, and other compounds) are used to reduce the effect of oil spills by changing the chemical and physical properties of the oil. By enhancing the amount of oil that physically mixes into the water, dispersants can reduce the potential that a surface slick will contaminate shoreline habitats. Although called for in the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 as a tool for minimizing the impact of oil spills, the use of chemical dispersants has long been controversial. This book reviews the adequacy of existing information and ongoing research regarding the effectiveness of dispersants as an oil spill response technique, as well as the effect of dispersed oil on marine and coastal ecosystems. Oil Spill Dispersants also includes recommended steps for policy makers faced with making hard choices regarding the use of dispersants as part of spill contingency planning efforts or during actual spills.