In July 2022 the Biden administration issued a draft plan to expand oil and gas drilling in the Gulf of Mexico and Alaska. The proposal from the Department of the Interior recommends holding up to 10 lease sales in the Gulf over the next five years, as well as one sale in the Cook Inlet off the coast of south-central Alaska. Under the 1953 Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act, the federal government must plan for offshore oil and gas leasing on a five-year basis. The previous plan was finalized under President Barack Obama in 2016, went into effect in 2017, and expired in 2022. Opponents inclu…
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Whether the U.S. should expand offshore oil drilling is a contentious issue with significant environmental and economic arguments on both sides. Proponents argue it creates jobs, boosts economic growth, increases energy independence, and lowers energy costs. Opponents highlight risks of devastating oil spills, harm to coastal economies and communities, negative impacts on marine wildlife, increased greenhouse gas emissions contributing to climate change, and the availability of cleaner energy alternatives.
Arguments for Expanding Offshore Drilling
Economic Growth and Job Creation:
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Other energy sources aren't fully available yet to completely replace oil but it should not be exploited by the capitalists.
@9FNCTVG2yrs2Y
We should expand some offshore drilling to assist with energy independence
@84ZWD6LLibertarian3yrs3Y
No, we must start the process of transitioning to clean and renewable energy production such as nuclear, solar, wind, hydropower, biomass and geothermal
@84ZWD6LLibertarian4yrs4Y
No, we must start the process of transitioning to clean and renewable energy production such as nuclear, solar, wind, hydro power, biomass and geothermal
@8Z4PXHQ4yrs4Y
Only to prepare for war with with an oil rich nation that will stop selling us oil or raise prices to affect our economy
@8YNRTHD4yrs4Y
yes but incentives more renewable energy sources
@84ZWD6LLibertarian4yrs4Y
No, we must start the process of transitioning to clean and renewable energy production such as solar, wind, hydro power, biomass and geothermal
@84ZWD6LLibertarian4yrs4Y
No, we must start the process of transitioning to alternative energy production such as solar, wind, water, and geothermal
@84ZWD6LLibertarian4yrs4Y
Yes, but give companies incentive to invest in cleaner methods of drilling
@8RYSYSJ5yrs5Y
Allow offshore drilling, under the condition that the oil gets converted to electricity and that all CO2 is then stored underground.
@8QLVWYB5yrs5Y
Yes but only if there are certain regulations in place to prevent climate change
@8QBWWY35yrs5Y
I am uninformed and can’t give an opinion.
@8PXDDDT5yrs5Y
yes, but without tax subsidies
@8PDTGFG5yrs5Y
No, but maintain our current offshore oil wells. Repurpose them into historical landmarks and tourist destinations. This will keep tourists out of the city while increasing tourist destinations without intruding upon the landscape.
@8PD67R65yrs5Y
No, and get rid of the current oil wells over time
@8PBRY425yrs5Y
I don't have enough knowledge on this to form an educated opinion.
@8CRD7NP5yrs5Y
See what other energy supplies can be used that are safer to the public and the enviroment.
@84ZWD6LLibertarian2yrs2Y
Yes, if the market dictates we need drilling, then increase drilling permits. Increase R&D grant funding for technology that reduces greenhouse gas emissions
@84ZWD6LLibertarian2yrs2Y
Yes, but only temporarily while we transition to clean and renewable energy production. Increase R&D grant funding for technology that reduces greenhouse gas emissions
@84ZWD6LLibertarian2yrs2Y
Yes, but only temporarily while we transition to clean and renewable energy production. Increase R&D funding for technology that reduces greenhouse gas emissions
@dvg1115913yrs3Y
Yes, temporarily, however the goal is clean energy.
Yes in small amounts as we move to better sources of energy.
@84ZWD6LLibertarian3yrs3Y
Yes, but only temporarily while we transition to clean and renewable energy production. Invest in R&D technology to reduce greenhouse emissions
@84ZWD6LLibertarian3yrs3Y
Yes, but only temporarily while we transition to clean and renewable energy production such as nuclear, biogas, solar, wind, hydropower, biomass and geothermal. Invest in R&D technology to reduce greenhouse emissions
@84ZWD6LLibertarian3yrs3Y
Yes, but only temporarily while we transition to clean and renewable energy production such as nuclear, biogas, solar, wind, hydropower, biomass and geothermal. Green technology must be used to reduce carbon emissions
@84ZWD6LLibertarian3yrs3Y
No, we must start the process of transitioning to clean and renewable energy production such as nuclear, biogas, solar, wind, hydropower, biomass and geothermal
@8QZKKGS5yrs5Y
no. so we the american people can can focus on reusable energy ( batteries ) so i can sell them my shares in the stock market and get rich
@8QJRM4B5yrs5Y
Yes, it hurts our environment both with the oil and the damage from getting the oil
@bigjim1234135yrs5Y
I believe existing wells should be maintained and continue production and that we should now focus our efforts on renewable and cleaner energy sources.
@8GLYJPR5yrs5Y
Yes, but instead of using that oil we should sell it to other countries while we use renewable energy.
@8QFCFP75yrs5Y
No, end all off shore drilling and provide more environmentally friendly options
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