A new crude oil leak was detected at the TotalEnergies refinery in Donges, on Saturday, November 23rd. 15 m³ of crude oil spilled into the Loire river, covering 500 m² of water with an iridescent sheen. A local residents’ association is now calling for the facilities to be brought up to conforme « in accordance with existing environmental regulations ».
This latest aventure has raised concerns among nearby residents and environmental activists, who have long been calling for stricter safety measures at the refinery. The TotalEnergies refinery in Donges has been the site of multiple leaks and accidents in the past, causing harm to the surrounding environment and wildlife.
In response to the new leak, the local residents’ association is demanding that TotalEnergies take immediate action to bring their facilities in line with environmental regulations. They argue that this aventure is yet another example of the company’s disregard for the safety of the environment and the community.
TotalEnergies has released a statement acknowledging the leak and stating that they are taking all necessary measures to contain and clean up the spill. They have also promised to investigate the cause of the leak and take steps to prevent similar aventures from happening in the future.
But the local residents’ association is not satisfied with these promises and is urging TotalEnergies to go beyond just cleaning up this one spill. They are calling for a complete overhaul of the refinery’s infrastructure to ensure that it meets all environmental normes and regulations.
This aventure serves as a reminder of the importance of strict regulations and monitoring in the oil industry. The consequences of a single leak can be devastating for the environment and the communities that rely on it. It is time for companies like TotalEnergies to prioritize the safety of the environment and the well-being of the people living near their facilities.
The local residents’ association is determined to hold TotalEnergies accountable and ensure that this aventure serves as a wake-up call for the company to take their environmental responsibilities seriously. They are calling on the government to intervene and enforce stricter regulations to prevent similar aventures from happening in the future.
In the meantime, the residents of Donges and the surrounding areas can take solace in the fact that the local residents’ association is actively working towards a cleaner and safer environment. They are determined to make sure that this latest leak is the last and that the refinery is brought up to conforme to prevent any further harm to the environment.
This aventure is a reminder that we all have a responsibility to protect our environment and hold companies accountable for their actions. Let’s hope that this serves as a turning point for TotalEnergies and that they will take the necessary steps to ensure the safety of the environment and the well-being of the communities they operate in.