Deepwater Horizon oil spill. Are humans not so smart?

In summary, the conversation discusses the negative impacts of profit-seeking, inhuman companies on the environment and how governments often prioritize corporations over the well-being of their citizens. The speaker also expresses a lack of hope for humanity's future, citing the misuse of science for harmful purposes and the rise of consumerism. However, they also mention the potential for change and the importance of living rationally and valuing basic needs over material possessions. They also apologize for their English.
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Well another great environment catastrophere, the profit seeking, inhuman company, probably buy some killers to kill environment activist(like many in my country do) , the government that is kneel to corporations and capitalist, the public that really doesent matter, especially in a nation that most people is brainwashed(maybe like soviet union but in another form) that think that freedom is take all from other countries, finance death squads and depleate all Earth resources. Well i kinda feel with little hope for humanity at the moment, Science is very noble but looks like is used to do great harm and buil a Consumerism society, i feel in reality worthless advance to bunch of entities worst in substance but with more materials.

But as they say: "hope is the last thing that dies" so maybe humans are learning more, great totalitarian regimes are seen bad even if they do it in the name of(when they are actually not) socialism/communism, now capitalism is the next one to be defeated.

We have to learn to live rationaly free, knowing that we should not profit with humans health, environment , education and all that can make a worthy life, at the ends it makes us more free, becouse we gurantee our basic needs, living you room to waste,seek knowleadge or wahter you want to do with your life.

PS: Sorry for my english.
 
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We already have a number of oils spill threads open in different forums.
 

FAQ: Deepwater Horizon oil spill. Are humans not so smart?

1. What caused the Deepwater Horizon oil spill?

The Deepwater Horizon oil spill, also known as the BP oil spill, was caused by a blowout and explosion on the oil rig which released millions of gallons of oil into the Gulf of Mexico. The blowout was caused by a combination of human error, equipment failure, and a lack of proper safety measures.

2. How long did the oil spill last?

The oil spill lasted for 87 days, from April 20th to July 15th, 2010. During this time, approximately 4.9 million barrels of oil were released into the Gulf of Mexico.

3. What were the environmental impacts of the oil spill?

The Deepwater Horizon oil spill had a significant impact on the environment, including the deaths of thousands of marine animals, damage to coral reefs and other marine habitats, and contamination of water and sediment. The spill also affected the livelihoods of people who rely on the Gulf for fishing and tourism.

4. Did the oil spill affect human health?

The oil spill did not have a direct impact on human health, as most of the oil stayed offshore and did not reach shorelines. However, the chemicals used to disperse the oil and the burning of the oil slick may have had some health effects on workers and residents in the surrounding areas.

5. What measures were taken to clean up the oil spill?

Various methods were used to clean up the oil spill, including controlled burning, dispersants, and mechanical skimming. Additionally, containment and recovery devices were used to collect the spilled oil. However, it is estimated that only about 25% of the oil was effectively cleaned up.

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