The drilling of oil is soon to commence in Malawi following the recent discovery of oil in the depths of the third largest freshwater lake in Africa. Lake Malawi also referred to as Lake Nyasa is one of the main tourist attractions in the small country of Malawi. It plays a very important role in the lives of millions of Malawians who use the lake as a source of water, electricity, irrigation and fish. It is an important living resource in Malawi because of the fisheries sector in the country which supplies a large number of Malawian’s with jobs. The lake that the British explorer David Livingstone (1859) once referred to as the “Lake of Stars” has the largest number of tropical fish species on the Earth in comparison to all the other lakes, …show more content…
It is a popular belief that the oil business will improve the economy of one of the poorest countries in the world, while several people neglect the fact that the lake is at a high risk of being polluted by oil spills that usually occur during the drilling process. Oil pollution as a result of oil spills is one of the negative side effects caused by the drilling of oil on Lake Malawi. One of the main threats oil pollution poses to one of the largest lakes in Africa is the endangerment of life under water. According to Lakapedia (2015) “Lake Malawi is home to the greatest number of fish species among all lakes on Earth, including 1,000 species of cichlids”. Oil pollution is supposedly one of the most dangerous forms of marine pollutant in existence. Its effects are not only very harmful to the fish living in the lake but are also said to be permanent. There are a number of living conditions fish need in order to survive, the most important one being oxygen. As a result of pollution the oxygen level under water decreases and because the density of oil is less than that of water and it floats to the surface forming a thick layer that prevents marine organisms from coming up to the top for sunlight and oxygen. Therefore, it can be said that the drilling of oil has negative effects on Lake Malawi …show more content…
Keeping in mind the millions of Malawians that depend on the Lake for food, employment and several other reasons it is safe to say that the lake is a very important factor when it comes to the well-being of Malawians and their country. It may seem as if the drilling of oil is a good decision at the moment but it’s recommendable that one looks at its effects first before making any quick decisions on the matter. It is always best to analysis everything and anything before making any type of decision, more specifically one as important as this one that could possibly decide the fate of Malawi as country
The objective of the study was to determine if a temporal record of PCB inputs was preserved in the bottom sediment of the lake . The investigation shows that the most contaminated PCB bed sediment has been buried by subsequent sediment deposition since the lake was created by dredging in 1973. 3.5 Remedial actions under CERCLA or other authorities In 1986, based on the fish tissue sample results, the Louisiana Department of Health and Human Resources (LDHHR) recommended that LDEQ post signs at the lake warning the public against fishing and issued an advisory warning the public against fishing in or consuming fish from Devil’s Swamp Lake. DEQ also recommended that the discharge to Devil’s Swamp Lake be reconsidered.
Like what is said above there is a risk for oil to get into the water and there is a lot of concern in the parts of the aquifers that are just below the Sand Hills and certain areas of the aquifer the water is near on at the surface Subpoint: Wildlife— There are two primary types of impacts that occur with a spill of crude oil Physical impacts— soil, sediments, plants, and animals can become coated with oil. When animals are covered in oil they can have difficulty feeding or obtaining oxygen toxicological impacts— crude oil may be toxic when ingested… “ingestion occurs typically when an oiled animal attempts to clean its fur or feathers
Environmental Science and Sustainability (SCI201 -1504A -07) Instructor: Trena Woolridge Unit 4- Discussion Board Amanda Kranning October 27, 2015 Eutrophication is a syndrome of ecosystem responses to human activities that fertilize water bodies with nitrogen (N) and phosphorus (P), often leading to changes in animal and plant populations and degradation of water and habitat quality.(Cloern, Krantz, & Hogan, 2013) Eutrophication forms when an abundance of nitrogen and phosphorus increases growth within an environment.
While drilling, the oil can also pollute the ocean. Everyone is asking ‘Should The United States should Drill for Oil in Alaskan Wilderness?’ The best way to sort this out is by looking at the Economic factors, Environmental Factors, and Other Factors. Drilling in Alaskan wilderness would cause economic problems.
Fishes don’t swim in oil What happens when you force a fish in oil? it dies. Fishes live in water, not in oil. So as the Lubicon Cree.
“These water bodies supply our drinking water, water for agriculture and manufacturing, offer opportunities for recreation and provide habitat to numerous plants and animals.” Pollution is degrading our waters and one of the best forms to study the change in water quality is testing contaminants in fish that inhabit
Lake Erie has been a huge topic for Ohioans due to how polluted the water is. Lake Erie is Ohio's biggest water source, and that being polluted is not good for Ohio and other states that use Lake Erie’s water. Though this is not the first time this has happened before, in 1960 the lake was VERY polluted due to heavy industries lined up on the shore lines. Lake Erie called the “Dead Lake” for how much pollution was in it, and how many dead fish there were.
As time passes, the importance of environmental considerations is increasing more and more in the society. For projects like these, ExxonMobil must realize that they are affecting the ecosystem, air, biodiversity, human population, fodder, forests, agriculture etc. and this means a lot to Chad and
Throughout the ages, many nations have been known to do whatever it takes to sustain a valuable supply of resources. For this reason, however the exploitation of resources by countries using unfair means is an enduring issue for many groups of people. Exploitation of resources is when the government or outside forces take advantage of a nation’s resources. This issue is significant because it causes civil conflict and war, can impact people of nations terribly, and can destroy industry. Problems created by exploitation of resources can be seen in examples from Sierra Leone, the Congo and British India.
Therefore, I will examine the consequences of the oil spill and the reactions of the parties involved, such as BP, the government, the states involved, the fisheries and tourism industry and other parties affected by the oil spill. These consequences include environmental damage, litigation, cleaning costs and stricter
The toxic chemicals released from extraction were poisoning clean water sources. This lead to increasing cases of cancer, hyperthyroidism, lupus, and renal failure in people located in areas near the present pipeline. These effects clearly show the vast hazard this oil presents for the environment and society. In conclusion, as stated and proven throughout this essay, the Keystone pipeline creates many environmental issues.
About 71 percent of our planet Earth is covered by water, and the majority comes from the oceans (about 96.5 percent of all Earth’s water). It remains as the most expansive, diverse, and mysterious places on planet Earth. But it is being threatened by the pollution by people and nature itself. By polluting the habitat of marine organism will indirectly affect the ecosystem of the marine life. Marine life is dying and as the result the oceanic ecosystem is threatened.
Water Pollution is a huge environmental problem that has serious effects on marine habitats, animals, and water quality. BP1: The world's marine habitat has been getting worse because of how bad the pollution has gotten. “ Over 80% of marine pollution comes from land based activities “ (source 5 ). This quote explains how most of the water pollution is caused by human activity. “ Plastic litter does not degrade, can be expected to last in the oceans for hundreds of years “ ( source 6 ).
Topic: Water Shortage Specific Purpose: To inform the audience about water shortage and how to cope with water scarcity Thesis Statement: Across the globe, reports reveal huge areas in crisis as reservoirs and aquifers dry up. I. INTRODUCTION A. Turning off the water while brushing their teeth, a family could save about 5 to 10 gallons of water per day. B. Freshwater shortage will cause the next great global crisis.
LITERATURE REVIEW What is water pollution? As the country is becoming more and more populated, the demands for social services have increased significantly. This has led to an increase of the pollution in many developing towns such as Ga-kgapane. The most disturbing and problematic forms of pollution in Ga-kgapane is the pollution of the natural streams. Water pollution is when there is a build of one or more substances in water to such an extent that it causes problems for animals or plants.