Bioremediation as an oil spill response tool

摘要

In the long run, biodegradation is the principal removal mechanism for spilled oil that cannot be collected or burnt. Stimulating biodegradation is thus an important option for maximising the removal of oil from the environment, and Minimising the environmental impact of a spill. While oils is still floating on the sea, dispersants maximise the surface area Minimising the environmental impact of a spill. While oil is still floating on the sea, dispersants maximise the surface area Available for miceobial attack, and stimulate biodegradation. If oil reaches a shoreline where physical removal is difficult, Beach cleaners can aid washing technologies, and minimise the residual oil remaining for biodegradation to remove.