Oil And Gas Exploration In Ireland Flashcards

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What are the disadvantages to oil and gas exploration in Ireland?

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~On-shore oil refineries

~Pipelines

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What are the advantages to oil and gas exploration in Ireland?

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~Reduces are dependence on oil imports from other countries

~The oil industry contributes to the Irish economy through investment eg. creates jobs

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Name a company that is involved in the oil and gas exploration

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Shell

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Where was the search for oil and gas most successful in Irish coastal waters?

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The North Sea

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What county has a natural gas field been found off of?

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The Corrib Gas Field has been found off of Mayo

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Why has there been protests over the Corrib Gas Field?

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There has been protests over the safety issues involving bringing the gas to shore

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