The April 20 explosion of BP’s Deepwater Horizon platform was a tragedy on many levels.  Not only were lives lost and people injured, but the impacts of the oil seepage continue to wreak havoc on marine animals, ecosystems and the livelihoods of area residents and local fisherman.  In the wake of this tragedy, CFACT recently launched its emergency Gulf Cleanup Campaign to mobilize and educate citizens about what they can do to assist in habitat restoration, animal rescue and economic recovery.What is CFACT doing to protect the Gulf Coast?CFACT is mobilizing its broad network of citizen supporters to volunteer, educate others, [...]

As national and state governments, as well as BP, along the Gulf Coast assess the potential impacts of oil on the coastline, government agencies remain on high alert to protect our coastline, natural resources and abundant wildlife and fish.  Most states are installing protective barriers, called booms, along the shorelines and  workers and volunteers are constantly monitor the wildlife, water and air quality.  Additionally, the National Guard is assisting with some of the state’s responses. Federal US Response Federal Coordinated Response Site EPA British Petroleum Official Oil Spill Site Response Details Response Maps Response Images Louisiana Emergency.louisiana.gov is the state’s online [...]

By Ben LiebermanAmerica’s most serious offshore oil spill in 20 years is currently unfolding in the Gulf of Mexico, and massive cleanup efforts are underway to cap the leak and contain the oil. This comes at a time when Washington had been considering expanding domestic oil production, including the Gulf and other offshore areas.For the most part, President Obama’s initial response has been sensible, calling for a freeze on any plans to allow new leasing while not interfering with ongoing energy production contracts or calling for permanent policy changes before the facts are in. No doubt, this spill can and should [...]