DCC reported 798 spills in 2021, with 127 above the minimum-risk category harming the environment

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Water Pollution

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Almost 667.5 million (Mn) cubic meters (m3) of oil has been spilt from 1970 to 2016 globally1. Furthermore, 1,165 m3 of oil was spilt in 20202. Such spills reduce the soil's water absorption capacity and adversely affect plant life3. Physiological...

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