Victoria University Antarctic Research Expedition Science and Logistics Reports 2004-05: VUWAE 49
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
*Sites Visited
Site name | Cape Roberts |
Site location (coordinates/description) | |
Dates occupied | 15-19 November |
Total days (or hours) at site | |
Maximum number of people at site (your event) | 4 |
Total person-days (or person-hours) at site | 16 man days |
Main activity undertaken | Cape Roberts Tide Gauge |
Cumulative impacts observed | None |
Chemicals
Chemical form | Calcium Chloride |
Quantity used | 1 kg |
Location of use | |
Purpose | Melting ice at tide gauge transducer. |
Chemicals
Chemical form | Ethanol |
Quantity used | 5 litres |
Location of use | |
Purpose | Melting ice at tide gauge transducer. |
Waste management
Location | Cape Roberts |
Approximate quantity | Urine |
Disposal methods | Tide crack |
Comment: Rubbish and solid human wastes returned to Scott Base