Oil Industry Collection (page 7)

Lubricating oil
Heavy lubricating oil being poured onto a watch glass. Lubricating oil is a product of the refining of crude oil. Crude oil is a mixture of hydrocarbons that is heated to separate it into parts

Furnace at an oil refinery
Oil refinery. This is the furnace where crude oil is heated to 470 degrees Celsius before it enters a distillation tower (still)

Gas compressor at an oil refinery
Oil refinery equipment. Gas compressor at an oil refinery. Gas compressors are usually used to compress a gas for transport

Oil refinery storage tank. This spherical tank is pressurized and contains liquified petroleum gas (LPG), one of the products from the refining of crude oil

Atmospheric pipestill at an oil refinery
Oil refinery. This is an atmospheric pipestill, a distillation tower (still) where hot crude oil is separated into parts called fractions

Oil refinery storage tanks at twilight. These spherical tanks are pressurized and contain liquified petroleum gas (LPG), one of the products from the refining of crude oil

Oil crisis, conceptual artwork
Oil crisis, conceptual computer artwork

Oil drums, artwork
Oil drums, computer artwork

Oil pumps, artwork
Oil pumps at sunset, computer artwork

Oil pump, artwork
Oil pump at sunset, computer artwork

Oil rig, conceptual artwork
Oil rig, conceptual computer artwork

Cost of oil. Conceptual image showing an oil barrel balanced on a set of scales against Euro bank notes. This represents the increasing cost of oil and the impact of oil prices on the world economy

Industrial air pollution at sunset
Industrial air pollution. Silhouetted smoke plumes rising from oil refinery smokestacks at sunset. Photographed in Milford Haven, Wales

Oil industry pollution. Tailings settling pond with residual crude oil and bitumen floating on the surface. In the background is the Syncrude oil processing plant

Cost of fuel, conceptual image. Can of fuel balanced on a set of scales, against a piggy bank with money pouring into it. This represents the increasing cost of fuel

Oil platform. Aerial view, from a helicopter, of an oil platform. Oil platforms are used to drill for and pump oil from below the Earths surface, often from below the seabed

Oil platform. Silhouetted view from a helicopter, across a sun-dappled sea, of an oil platform. Oil platforms are used to drill for and pump oil from below the Earths surface

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Early oil well gushing in Pennsylvania 1880s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th century illustration

Statue honoring the oil industry and workers of Argentina, Caleta Olivia, Santa Cruz, Argentina, South America

Oil tanker loored in St Brides Bay, Pembrokeshire, Wales, UK, Europe
Andrew Davies / SpecialistStock

Strandline pollution along the River Rhymney, Wales, UK
Andrew Davies / SpecialistStock

Abandoned barrels of leaking waste oil on the tundra at Nome in Alaska
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

A Grey Seal in polluted water in Lochinver Harbour in Sutherland Scotland UK
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

Oil refinery at Laurel, near Billings, Montana, United States of America, North America

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The oil industry, a captivating blend of art and innovation, has shaped landscapes and economies for decades. From the towering oil rigs that dot the horizon to the mesmerizing artwork inspired by this powerful industry, its influence is undeniable. In a retro-style desert scene, an old gas station stands proudly amidst saguaro cacti, reminding us of the rich history behind each drop of liquid gold. Meanwhile, a bottlenose dolphin gracefully dances in the waves created by an imposing oil tanker in Port Aransas – a juxtaposition between nature's beauty and man's quest for energy. A meticulously crafted model of the Murchison North Sea Oil Rig showcases human ingenuity at its finest. This miniature marvel serves as a testament to our ability to conquer even the harshest environments in search of precious resources. As night falls over the North Sea, an eerie glow emanates from an offshore oil rig. The relentless drilling continues under moonlit skies while workers navigate through challenging conditions with unwavering determination. Across continents, an oil rig emerges from Wyoming's savannah like a modern-day monument. It symbolizes America's pursuit of energy independence and highlights how this industry connects nations across borders. Looking back into history reveals John D Rockefeller – an American industrialist whose name became synonymous with wealth and power during the late 19th century. His legacy still resonates today as we witness his profound impact on shaping not only businesses but entire industries. Amidst it all stand countless barrels filled with black gold - symbols of both prosperity and controversy. These vessels hold within them not just fuel but also stories of triumphs and struggles that have defined generations. The world may debate its environmental impact or seek alternative sources; however, there is no denying that the oil industry remains integral to our daily lives. Its presence looms large on land and sea alike – forever etched into our collective consciousness as one of humanity's most significant endeavors.