Land- and water-based oil containment practices differ primarily due to the distinct challenges and environments they address. Land-based containment focuses on preventing spills and leaks from industrial facilities, storage tanks, and transportation areas on land. Secondary containment systems, such as berms and dikes, are employed to trap and control spilled oil. Cleanup and remediation efforts often involve soil removal and bioremediation.
On the other hand, water-based containment methods are tailored to contain and control oil spills on water surfaces. Containment booms and sorbents are used to trap and recover spilled oil, preventing its spread to shorelines and sensitive ecosystems. Different approaches are necessary due to oil's unique characteristics and behavior in land and water environments, requiring specialized techniques and technologies for effective containment and response.
