Scenarios On Estimation of the Ecological Risks of Oil Transport Activity In Russian Far East Offshore Regions
In this study the authors are looking at the environmental risks of oil transport activity in the Russian Federation’s Far East offshore regions. The ecological risks which emerge during the functioning of the pipeline system and oil trans-shipping terminal are presented. A modeling of oil spills spreading are suggested and discussed. The estimation of the risks from the ecological accidents to the recreation activity and fishing industry in the Primorye Territory is presented. The ways of ecological risks reduction and protective measures for ecosystems including economical sanctions are worked out.