Drilling rig West Alpha is being prepared for extreme oil drilling in the Arctic. Greenpeace is concerned about the safety of this project and demands that the drilling plan be shelved.
Exxon Mobil, the world's largest oil company, plan to drill in the Kara Sea with Russian company Rosneft as partner. The well, located at 75 degrees latitude north partially overlaps with Russia's Arctic National Park, known for its diverse wildlife. According to Russian legislation, oil drilling in this area is prohibited.