Thread by @EnvAm

Today marks the 12th anniversary of the BP #DeepwaterHorizon disaster, which saw millions of gallons of oil gush into the Gulf of Mexico, oiling seabirds, sea turtles and more. 1/

Over a decade later, we’re still seeing the impacts of this spill in our ocean 🐬 and in our communities. 2/ courthousenews.com/damage-from-de…

But catastrophic oil spills aren’t the only risk that comes from offshore drilling. The infrastructure needed to bring the oil to shore and process it poses an ongoing threat to coastal ecosystems & communities. 3/
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As renewable energy is on the rise, we don’t need to risk our ocean and wildlife for decades more drilling. Across the country, people want to #ProtectOurCoast. 4/

This year, @POTUS has an opportunity to do just that and end leasing for new offshore drilling in America’s oceans. It’s essential we use this opportunity to protect our wildlife, beaches and coastal communities for decades to come. @Interior @BOEM 5/

@POTUS @Interior @BOEM Add your name to tell @POTUS to #ProtectOurCoast /end
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