Despite disappointing results for Shell in arctic Alaskan waters, industry leaders say the $7 billion campaign was a success in terms of safe operations. Royal Dutch Shell said it was dismantling its exploratory operations in the arctic Chukchi Sea after drilling uncovered no commercial prospects of oil and natural gas. Environmental activists praised the end to a campaign they viewed as risky, with Greenpeace calling for a moratorium in future arctic programs. Marvin Odum, director of Shell’s exploration and production division in North America, said this year’s program was safe in every aspect of operations. “Contrary to the previous rhetoric of anti-development activists, the 2015 Chukchi Sea exploration season provides further evidence that drilling can be […]