Biden administration restricts oil and gas leasing in 13 million acres of Alaska ' s petroleum reserve

The Biden administration said Friday it will restrict new oil and gas leasing on 13 million acres (5.3 million hectares) of a federal petroleum reserve in Alaska to help protect wildlife such as caribou and polar bears as the Arctic continues to warm. The decision — part of a yearslong fight over…#alaska #arctic #willow #dansullivan #lisamurkowski #interiordepartment #brianridley #amblerroadproject #capitol #native

Source: Reuters: Health - April 19, 2024 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news