Biden Administration Approves More Offshore Drilling

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Today, the Biden administration announced the approval of up to three oil and gas lease sales over the next five years. The administration has faced calls from environmental activists seeking an end to offshore drilling in the fight against climate change. In response, the Secretary of the Interior issued this statement saying quote, the proposed program which represents the smallest number of oil and gas lease sales in history sets a course for the department to support the growing offshore wind industry and protect against the potential for environmental damage and adverse impacts to coastal communities.