Science News from research organizations Source: Worcester Polytechnic Institute Summary: Tests of a novel technology that can accelerate the combustion of crude oil floating on water demonstrated its potential to become an effective tool for minimizing the environmental impact of oil spills. The Flame Refluxer, developed by fire protection engineering researchers, could make it possible to burn off spilled oil quickly while producing relatively low levels of air pollutants.
New cleanup technology burns oil spills while minimizing water and air pollution
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