Ongoing research and development initiatives are continuously seeking to enhance land-based oil containment technologies. Efforts focus on improving the durability and performance of containment materials, exploring advanced geosynthetic liners, and developing new types of secondary containment systems. Leak detection technologies are being refined to provide more accurate and real-time monitoring, enabling early identification of potential spills.
Researchers are also investigating eco-friendly and biodegradable sorbents to enhance oil recovery while reducing environmental impact. Additionally, there is ongoing work to optimize the design of berms and dikes, considering factors like weather and terrain.
