Energy Resources,Inc.,operates an oil refinery near Forest River,which flows into Grove Lake. Discharging oil from the refinery into the river can result in an assessment of

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Discharging oil from the refinery into the river can lead to contamination of the water and environmental damages, such as harm to aquatic life and degradation of habitats. This may result in the imposition of cleanup costs by regulatory agencies and damages to affected parties, such as downstream users and communities. Therefore, Energy Resources, Inc., could face both cleanup costs and damages if it violates environmental laws and regulations.