Biden Administration's Oil and Gas Leasing Restrictions in Alaska

The Biden administration plans to restrict new oil and gas leasing on 13 million acres of a federal petroleum reserve in Alaska to protect wildlife as the Arctic warms. This decision finalizes protections proposed last year and follows the approval of the contentious Willow oil project, drawing criticism from environmentalists and Republicans.

Biden Administration Restricts Oil and Gas Leasing in Alaskan Petroleum Reserve

The Biden administration has announced restrictions on oil and gas leasing on more than 13 million acres of an Alaskan petroleum reserve to conserve land valuable to Alaska Native people and important fish and wildlife, sparking protests from Republican lawmakers.