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Inaccurate data impeding reaction to oil and gas spills, say researchers
Regulators from four major oil and gas producing nations vary greatly in their transparency and environmental accountability when disclosing data on hydrocarbon spills in their national waters, according to new research. Oil and gas operators are required to report data on spillage as part of the regulatory process. Cumulative accidental spills from oil and gas extraction at sea significantly ...
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GEI absorbent rolls: economical solution for large pads quantities on hand
Our GEI absorbent rolls are a great economical solution to have a large quantity of absorbent pads on hand. The absorbent roll can be cut to length to suit the spill size. Made of polypropylene fibers, these absorbing rolls are used for marine and land oil spills. Great for spill applications where easy collection of hydrocarbon spills in water ways is the ...
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New polymer could enable oil recycling in the UK
A groundbreaking new technology that could enable users to solidify and recycle oil is nearly ready for release in the UK. Already being put to use in the US to clean up the Deepwater oil disaster, CI Agent technology allows oils, petrols and other hydrocarbons to be recycled into asphalt. The chemical is an environmentally friendly blend of seven polymers, which bonds to hydrocarbons of all ...
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Water pollution of the distribution network in Calgary, Alberta
25,000 liters of fuel have been poured into a service station in Calgary, Alberta, United States. The spill was detected when hydrocarbons were already present in the water distribution network in the municipality due to the strong odor given off. Carcinogens such as benzene, Toluene and Xylene products were found in the water system with 100 times the allowed values. With SST, the spill would ...
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Xylem Launches as New Global, Pure-Play Water Technology Company
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., October 31, 2011 – Xylem Inc. (NYSE: XYL) today announced that it has completed its spinoff from ITT Corporation, and has begun operations as a $3.2 billion standalone global water technology company. Xylem’s market-leading product brands, applications expertise and technological strength enable the transport, treatment, testing and efficient use of water in public ...
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Xylem launches as new global, pure-play water technology company
Xylem Inc. (NYSE: XYL) today announced that it has completed its spinoff from ITT Corporation, and has begun operations as a $3.2 billion standalone global water technology company. Xylem’s market-leading product brands, applications expertise and technological strength enable the transport, treatment, testing and efficient use of water in public utility, ...
By Xylem, Inc.
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