Purpose of the knowledge hub
- Interactive Tools and Models: Links to valuable tools like GNOME (oil spill trajectory model), ERMA (Environmental Response Management Application for mapping), and ADIOS (oil weathering model).
- Educational Materials: Resources specifically designed for students and teachers, including lesson plans, experiments, and background information.
- Informative Articles and Fact Sheets: Covering the basics of oil spills, different types of oil, cleanup methods (booms, skimmers, dispersants, burning, shoreline cleaning), and the effects on marine life.
- Case Studies and Incident Overviews: Examples of past oil spills, such as the Deepwater Horizon disaster, are used to illustrate the complexities and impacts of these events.
- Visual Aids: Infographics, images, and videos help to explain complex processes and the scale of oil spill incidents.
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