On the Eco-Speak

Oil is by far the leading source of energy in the world; it essentially supports our economy here in Alberta. Yet how often do we stop and think of the effects of our dependancies on oil? The upcoming stories on this blog will cover the many aspects of oil and its affect on day to day lives. Those aspects being the environmental implications of the use of oil, and also the potential applications of oil products, along side alternative forms of energy that are in development.

Thursday, October 28, 2010

Turtle Release Despite Claims of Weathered Oil

32 turtles have been released south of Grand Isle, LA. after being treated for oil exposure from the Gulf Oil Spill. New concerns of weathered oil have been raised following the release, but the National Coast Guard believes these sightings to be red algae bloom.
Arielle Berze - News
Examiner Article of Released Turtles