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Category Archives: Oil Spill

Gulf of Mexico style oil spill ‘could happen again’

Gulf of Mexico style oil spill ‘could happen again’
Few people say “no” to the White House, but when Terry Garcia received a phone call from the Obama administration in May, 2010, the request was not one that filled him with great joy. A series of explosions and firestorm the previous month had sunk the BP Deepwater Horizon drilling rig off the Gulf of Mexico, killing…
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Cork’s Atlantic Pond ‘looks like a nightmare’ after suspected pollution

Cork’s Atlantic Pond ‘looks like a nightmare’ after suspected pollution
Officials said they will investigate the latest incident at the popular amenity area on the city’s Marina and in the shadow of the revamped Páirc Uí Chaoimh, after several councillors reported concerns about a serious deterioration in its water quality and vegetation. Fianna Fáil councillor Tim Brosnan said it looked as if the area had…
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EU pumps €8.1 million into cross-border environmental recovery fund

EU pumps €8.1 million into cross-border environmental recovery fund
A cross-border environmental project that will protect endangered species and restore natural habitats is to receive €8.1 million in funding, the EU Programmes Body has announced. The funding will come under the EU’s special INTERREG VA Programme, which is designed to promote greater levels of cross-border co-operation. Under the project titled ‘Collaborative action for the natura…
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Stella McCartney to use ocean plastic for upcoming fashion line

Stella McCartney to use ocean plastic for upcoming fashion line
Having already designed trainers made from ocean plastic, fashion designer Stella McCartney has revealed that she will collaborate with Parley for the Oceans on a long-term project named Ocean Legends. The British designer, who is known for her ethical approach to fashion, made the announcement ahead of today's World Oceans Day. The partnership will see…
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