Colder and saltier water increases toxic effects of dispersed oil

Temperature and salinity of water can have an effect on how toxic dispersed oil is to organisms in the environment, a council study has found. The Canadian Centre for Offshore Oil, the Bedford Institute of Oceanography and Department of Fisheries and Oceans conducted a council-sponsored study to look at the absorption of dispersed crude oil during the early life stages of herring, salmon and cod when the fish are most sensitive to toxins. For…

New tech improves knowledge of water circulation in Port Valdez

By Jeremy Robida Council Project Manager This year, the Council completed a multi-year study with the Prince William Sound Science Center to better understand how water circulates within Port Valdez. The study documented seasonal changes to the circulation due to fresh water runoff in spring and summer as well as seasonal wind patterns. The data from this project will help improve oil spill prevention and response planning. Knowing how sea…

Board of Directors’ January 2024 meeting materials now available

The Council’s January 25-26, 2023 Board of Directors meeting will be held in-person in Anchorage, Alaska. The meeting will also be available virtually and telephonically for those unable to travel. Join the meeting: Meeting audio and video, including presentations, will be available streaming online via Zoom (available starting January 26 by 8:00 a.m.) or by calling 1-888-788-0099, reference meeting ID 846 6601 3879 A complete meeting packet…

Science Night

The Council’s annual Science Night event brings together staff, volunteers, industry and agency partners, and the public for an evening of science, food, and good company. Each year scientists and practitioners share updates on the latest research relevant to the Council’s region and mission. Topics range from wildlife research, invasive species, effects of crude oil on the environment of Prince William Sound, and much more. Speaker and…

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