Wednesday, April 10, 2013

Exxon

A week after Exxon's Pegasus pipeline spilled in Arkansas, the EPA has released photos.
There aren't proper words for the stunning arrogance of our oil overlords' behavior as they destroy the planet and drown us in toixic oil from pipelines, drilling sites and tankers. If this isn't openly mocking human rights, I don't know what is.

“It is evident that ExxonMobil is committed to excellence in safety, security, health and environmental performance,” said Froetscher. “The Council is honored to recognize ExxonMobil with the Green Cross for Safety medal. This organization is a wonderful example of the role corporations can play in preventing injuries and saving lives.” … 
That was the National Safety Council Chairman of the Board of Directors, Kent McElhattan and Janet Froetscher, NSC president and CEO, presented the Green Cross for Safety medal to Mr. Tillerson.

Yes, it is a true fact. Last week a group controlled by executives from ExxonMobil and similarly dangerous corporations bestowed upon ExxonMobil an award recognizing its stellar emphasis on safety. The nonprofit National Safety Council — whose board of directors includes ExxonMobil Safety VP Jeffrey Woodbury and former ExxonMobil exec Michael Henderek — awarded ExxonMobil the Green Cross for Safety medal.

From the ’NSCs press release:

“It is an honor to receive this medal on behalf of the men and women of ExxonMobil,” said Rex W. Tillerson, ExxonMobil chairman and chief executive officer. “We hold this award in high esteem because it recognizes the deep commitment of our company and our people to a culture of safety.”

Via Grist



Democracy Now full story on Exxon's tarsands pipeline disaster in Arkansas.