Exxon Vice President for Safety and Environment explains why the company claims that Alaska’s Prince William Sound is “essentially” recovered. The company says some species have rebounded and others are on the road to recovery. Exxon also explains why it is appealing the $5 billion punitive award a jury has ordered the company to pay to thousands of Alaskans who sued for damages.
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