Caspian Sea oil rig
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Caspian Sea oil rig
Caspian Sea oil rig. Oil rigs are large floating platforms used to drill for and pump oil from below the seabed. Oil is the fossil fuel that powers much of the worlds cars and industries, and which is also used to produce materials like plastics. The Caspian Sea is an oil-rich inland sea in western Asia. This oil rig is the Shelf-1 drilling well, in the Azerbaijan part of the Caspian Sea. Photographed on 1 June 1983, when Azerbaijan was part of the USSR
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1900s 1980s 1983 Azerbaijan Caspian Sea Energy Fossil Fuel Fuels Inland Sea June Oil Industry Oil Rig Soviet Uss R Azerbaijani
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the immense Caspian Sea oil rig, a towering symbol of industrial prowess and technological advancement. Oil rigs like this one are colossal floating platforms that delve deep into the seabed to extract precious fossil fuel resources. The black gold they retrieve powers not only our cars but also fuels countless industries worldwide, while serving as a vital ingredient in the production of materials such as plastics. Taken on 1 June 1983, during an era when Azerbaijan was part of the USSR, this photograph showcases the Shelf-1 drilling well located in the Azerbaijani section of the Caspian Sea. As summer bathes everything in its warm embrace, this single structure stands resolute amidst vast expanses of water. The Caspian Sea itself is renowned for its abundant oil reserves, making it a significant player in Asia's energy landscape. This image serves as a reminder of how crucial fossil fuels were during the late 20th century and highlights Azerbaijan's prominent role within the global oil industry. With its blend of historical significance and technological marvels from yesteryears, this print transports us back to an era where human ingenuity harnessed natural resources to power progress. It encapsulates both our reliance on fossil fuels and their transformative impact on society throughout history.
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