Oiled wildlife response planning for subantarctic islands: A review for New Zealand subantarctics

Chilvers, B. Louise

doi:10.1016/j.marpolbul.2021.112722

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“…To estimate the potential impacts of an oil spill on wildlife, we first must identify which species are at risk (Chilvers & Battley, 2019; Chilvers, 2021). This includes information such as the wildlife found in the area, their abundance and year‐round occupancy, including whether they breed in the area.…”

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Expected direct costs of an oil spill in a UNESCO World Heritage area in New Zealand

Egan,

Chilvers,

Cassells

2024

Aus J Agri & Res Econ

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Fiordland National Park is a UNESCO site located in the remote, southwest of New Zealand's South Island, which attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors every year. One of its leading attractions is Milford Sound. An oil spill in this area could not only impact the industries that operate in Milford Sound but also impact all of the park. To improve the knowledge base about this area in regard to oil spills and policies regarding ship visitation, this study aimed to estimate the costs of clean‐up, impacts to fisheries, tourism, recreation and the wildlife/environment under three oil spill scenarios in Milford Sound. Minimum costs are estimated at NZD 140–154 million. These results demonstrate the need for proper planning and response measures, and appropriate domestic and international policies to help minimise the potential damages that may occur in the event of an oil spill in a remote and pristine area of New Zealand.

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Expected direct costs of an oil spill in a UNESCO World Heritage area in New Zealand

Egan,

Chilvers,

Cassells

2024

Aus J Agri & Res Econ

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“…This paper concentrated on offshore oil spill response; however, the same recommendations and preparedness for oiled wildlife response are needed for all situations, regions, and countries (Ruoppolo et al 2013 ; Chilvers 2021 ). Oil drilling is increasingly happening in remote offshore locations (Bergstrom and Selkirk 2007 ; Crawford et al 2017 ; Rodríguez et al 2019 ) and with increased drilling comes increased risks of accidents and oil spills.…”

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“…In all cases, most resources and personnel will likely need to be brought in for a response; however, for a more established site, some resources and trained personnel may be already there. The availability of infrastructure may determine if an oiled wildlife facility could be established at a nearby location (rig or support vessel), as alternatively, animals would need to be transported long distances to onshore facilities for care (advantages and disadvantages of in situ, on a vessel or on-land facilities, are outlined in Chilvers 2021 ). Lack of freshwater—one of the major restricted resources for any oiled wildlife response is fresh water and this would likely be an extreme limitation in an offshore environment surrounded only by seawater.…”

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Planning for an offshore oiled wildlife response: case studies from New Zealand and Brazil

Chilvers

Ruoppolo²

2023

Environ Sci Pollut Res

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When an offshore oil spill occurs, it is often assumed that there will be no wildlife impacted or that an oiled wildlife response could not be undertaken. In most cases, one or both assumptions are wrong. With increasing offshore fishing, petroleum exploration, and shipping routes, the risk of accidents and spills offshore has increased. This review outlines the important considerations for offshore oiled wildlife response and explores two case studies on offshore oiled wildlife response planning based on offshore drilling or active platforms in New Zealand and Brazil. There are significant challenges for running a response in offshore environments; however, with planning, including preparation of specialized response plans, equipment, and readiness of skilled personnel, an offshore oiled wildlife response can lead to greater survival and protection for wildlife and the environment.

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Effectiveness of marine protected areas in safeguarding important migratory megafauna habitat

Zhang,

Carroll,

Constantine

et al. 2024

Journal of Environmental Management

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Oiled wildlife response planning for subantarctic islands: A review for New Zealand subantarctics

Cited by 3 publications

References 17 publications

Expected direct costs of an oil spill in a UNESCO World Heritage area in New Zealand

Expected direct costs of an oil spill in a UNESCO World Heritage area in New Zealand

Planning for an offshore oiled wildlife response: case studies from New Zealand and Brazil

Effectiveness of marine protected areas in safeguarding important migratory megafauna habitat

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