Summary:
The book examines the causes and consequences of the 2010 Deepwater Horizon oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico, analyzing the environmental, political, and economic impacts of the disaster. It also discusses the role of the oil industry in American energy policy and the implications for future energy sustainability and safety.
Key points:
1. Offshore Drilling Risks: The book explains the dangers of deep-sea oil drilling, including the high risk of disasters like the Deepwater Horizon spill due to complex technology.
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