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BP Halts Use of Dispersants

Posted by Fergus Hodgson on July 27, 2010
Energy & Environment, Transparency / View Comments

Disputes remain over toxicity of Corexit; EPA approval process too long for alternative

Since July 15th, BP has ceased all use of dispersants in the clean-up of the Gulf of Mexico oil spill. Although not widely publicized, BP’s decision was made in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Agency and the Coast Guard and came after three months use and 1.8 million gallons of the dispersant Corexit. Continue reading…

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