The derelict freighter Fusion has partially sunk in Puerto Montt, raising diesel pollution concerns. Located less than 100 feet from shore, containment booms have been deployed to prevent contamination. A specialized pollution control team is managing the situation, while an investigation into the incident’s causes has begun.
Efforts to establish Chile’s first offshore wind projects are underway, with the Viento Azul Biobio Consortium leading the charge. Despite challenges in policy and regulation, the consortium aims to create a sustainable industry that boosts the economy and protects the environment. With a potential project budget of $4.3 billion, Chile is poised to become a leader in offshore wind energy in South America.
Chile has become the first country to ratify the historic ocean conservation agreement, the High Seas Treaty. The treaty aims to establish marine protected areas in the high seas, covering two-thirds of the world’s oceans. Chile’s move has been praised by environmental groups, with 59 other countries needed for the treaty to enter into force.
