The result of Exxon’s Guyana operations – from drilling the oil to burning it in cars – would be the release of 125m metric tons of carbon dioxide per year from 2025 to 2040. Exxon’s oil finds kept coming. He points in particular to the inadequate provision of the tools needed to stop a blowout and oil spill, namely a capping stack and relief well. In addition Exxon’s plans for a potential oil spill response rely on methods that were heavily criticized when deployed in previous disasters. Janki said she hopes more people will come to see what is at risk from Exxon’s operations in Guyana.

Source: The Guardian August 17, 2021 10:07 UTC