Oil Spills

Data Visualization

Role

Data Visualization

Client

Academic Project

Service

Research, data collection, Information Design,

A comprehensive data visualization poster exploring 50+ years of global oil spills - their causes, trends, and environmental impact

© Oil Spills

A comprehensive data visualization poster exploring 50+ years of global oil spills - their causes, trends, and environmental impact

© Oil Spills

Challenge

Communicate the scale and impact of ocean oil spills in a single visual format that makes complex environmental data accessible and visually compelling.

Approach

Researched global oil spill data from 1970-2021, focusing on frequency, volume, geographic distribution, causes, and environmental impact. Organized findings into a layered infographic that balances statistical accuracy with visual clarity.

Outcome

A comprehensive data visualization poster presenting multiple data stories: decline in spill frequency, geographic hotspots, major incidents, causes, and marine life impact. Designed for educational and advocacy use tied to SDG 14 (Life Below Water).

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