Jan 23, 2026 Broad National Coalition Letter Supporting BOEM Offshore DPP
As you prepare the 11th National Offshore Leasing Program, we commend the Department of the Interior (DOI) for proposing a robust lease sale schedule in planning areas throughout the Outer Continental Shelf. We appreciate that the proposal includes traditional production regions where production has some of the lowest carbon footprint in the world, areas close to existing infrastructure, and frontier areas. Expanding leasing, exploration and development of U.S. offshore oil and natural gas resources can drive economic growth and energy production, further strengthening American energy leadership.
Currently, offshore energy development accounts for approximately 14% of total U.S. crude oil production and 2% of natural gas production. Offshore exploration and production activities support high-paying jobs and help meet growing demand for affordable, reliable energy. In addition, U.S. offshore oil produces some of the lowest carbon intensity barrels in the world.1 A robust offshore leasing program can helpfully leverage the nation’s vast energy resources to provide affordable energy, fund critical government programs, and enhance stability around the world. In addition, unlocking the nation’s energy resources benefits all sectors of the economy, allowing businesses of all sizes to create jobs and build opportunities.
As development of the 11th National Offshore Leasing Program advances, we urge DOI to retain lease sales in frontier areas and to continue offering leasing opportunities in traditional production regions, ensuring the nation can fully realize the potential of U.S. offshore oil and natural gas exploration, development, and production. …
