Damages
S3 Ep7 | The Global Oil Rush
Apr 25, 2023
Explore the global oil rush in Namibia, including the controversial drilling near a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Learn about the environmental risks and the uncertain future of a drilling project. Discover the dilemma faced by Namibia as it balances conservation efforts with the desire to become a major oil and gas producer. Expose the deceptive tactics used by oil companies and the challenges of regulating the industry.
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- Recon Africa, a small oil and gas exploration company in Namibia, claims to have discovered billions of barrels of oil, but experts doubt the validity of their claims and question their ethical practices.
- The podcast highlights the environmental impact of Recon Africa's drilling operations near the Okavango Delta, including disruptions to wildlife migration patterns, pollution from drilling muds, and infrastructural changes.
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The Dangers of the Global Oil Rush
The podcast episode explores the global oil rush, with a focus on its impact in Guyana, the Caribbean, and Africa. It highlights the case of Recon Africa, a small oil and gas exploration company in Namibia, that claims to have discovered billions of barrels of oil in its land. However, experts question the validity of their claims. Despite the lack of actual proven oil reserves, Recon Africa continues drilling near the Okavango Delta, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, causing environmental damage. The episode discusses the tactics used by Recon Africa and the larger issue of how oil and gas companies exploit investors and manipulate local communities, all while posing risks to delicate ecosystems.
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