**7. Conclusion**

Beyond oil spills, this chapter has demonstrated a variety of other concepts. It has looked into the effects of oil exploration and extraction on the environment, the economy, and politics, as well as the effects of spill-related harm on a region. As a result, the chapter also offers some fundamental knowledge about tracking oil spills from space. This is shown with the help of optical and microwave remote sensing technology.

The primary issue with using radar and microwave data to monitor an oil spill is the possibility of false alarms from look-alikes. As a consequence, there are a variety of issues that must be resolved regarding the detection of oil spills from space. Combining these technologies with other strategies, such as *in-situ* measurements and ground-based observations, is essential.
