"Six years later, the lesson from the Gulf of Mexico oil spill is clear: offshore drilling is not safe for marine ecosystems, the economy or human health," said Oceana marine scientist Dr Ingrid Biedron.
As early as August 2010, less than 2% of water samples showed more oil-related chemicals than the Environmental Protection Agency deems safe for marine life.
This decision was made after New Jersey's Task Force on Artificial Reefs could not assure the acting governor that the asbestos in the subway cars was safe for marine life.
Bucher says the "eco-net" is likely to prove safe for marine life, but he notes the expense and wonders if the money would not be better spent on things that could bring safety to more areas – including a boost to the surf lifesaving service, with its "faultless record over 150 years" of never allowing a person under its watch to be taken by a shark.
There are numerous sunscreen products formulated with zinc oxide that is considered safe to marine life.
Our study, along with previous work by others, demonstrates that functionalized CB particles are both functional as dispersants and safe for marine organisms.
And there is a large circular gap at the centre of the blades, which is safer for marine life.
OpenHydro's generators do not need lubricant, which considerably reduces the need for maintenance, and are said to be safer for marine life.These new designs, combined with the fashion for extracting energy from the environment by windmills and solar cells, means money that previously shied away from the field is now becoming available.
Continuous monitoring and maintenance of assets is important for safe and reliable marine and offshore operations.
This monograph could also be used as guidance for ship owners, operators, masters and classification societies to better prepare, prioritise and sort maintenance activities for safe and reliable marine operations.
