Petrochemical Collection

Kawasaki, Japan factories and Mt. Fuji

Oil Refinery at Curacao, a Dutch Caribbean island
circa 1910s

Canvey Island protest
Residents of Canvey Island, Essex, protest in central London, expressing their opposition to the proposed expansion of the petrochemical industry on the island

60 firemen tackle blaze at ICI North Tees near Billingham, 2nd January 1972. The fire was located at the No.1 Aromatic Plant

Palls of smoke spread over Redcar and as far as Skelton when a fire started near the Shell refinery at Teesport, 1st September 1971

Offshore oil rigs, Sea of Norway

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Haven Waterway in Pembroke Dock

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Haven Waterway in Pembroke Dock

Pumpjack with dramatic chinook sky, Alberta, Canada
Silhouette of a pump jack with a colourful dramatic Chinook sky, west of Airdrie; Alberta, Canada

Pumpjack in a field, Alberta, Canada
Pumpjack in a field in the foothills and the snow-covered Rocky mountains in the background with a glowing sky at sunset; Alberta, Canada

Pumpjack at sunrise
Silhouette of pumpjack in snow-covered area with an orange starburst sun at sunrise; Longview, Alberta, Canada

Pumpjack at sunset; Alberta, Canada

Teesside, England; A Refinery

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"Petrochemical: A Controversial Industry Shrouded in Protests and Disasters" The Canvey Island protest, a significant event in the history of petrochemicals, highlighted the environmental concerns surrounding this industry. Citizens took to the streets, demanding safer practices and stricter regulations. Meanwhile, on the Dutch Caribbean island of Curacao, an oil refinery stood as a testament to the global reach of petrochemicals. Its towering structures symbolized both economic growth and ecological challenges faced by such facilities. In 1972, a devastating blaze at ICI North Tees near Billingham shook communities as 60 brave firemen battled relentlessly to control it. The incident served as a stark reminder of the potential dangers associated with petrochemical operations. Palls of smoke engulfed Redcar and even reached Skelton when another fire broke out nearby. This alarming incident underscored how accidents within this industry can have far-reaching consequences for both human health and our environment. Captivating images captured pumpjacks against dramatic chinook skies in Alberta, Canada - showcasing the sheer scale and beauty intertwined with petrochemical extraction. These scenes depicted an industry that has become synonymous with energy production but also raises questions about its long-term sustainability. As dawn broke over Alberta's vast fields, another pumpjack silently operated amidst serene surroundings. It reminded us that while these machines play a crucial role in meeting our energy demands they can also emblematic of ongoing debates around fossil fuel dependency versus renewable alternatives. "petrochemical" is not just a word; it represents complex issues encompassing protests for safety measures like those witnessed during Canvey Island protests or disasters like fires at ICI North Tees near Billingham. It encompasses breathtaking landscapes marred by pollution yet still evokes awe-inspiring imagery like pumpjacks standing tall against vibrant skies in Alberta's oil-rich fields.