Energy Projects on Federal Lands: Leasing and Authorization

Vann, Adam

Library of Congress. Congressional Research Service.

关键词: Energy industries;    Oil industries;    Oil and gas;    Energy law and legislation;   

RP-ID  :  R40806
RP-ID  :  R40806_2009Sep08

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来源: UNT Digital Library

【 摘 要 】

The report reviews laws and regulations affecting leasing of federal lands for exploration and production of oil and natural gas, which have evolved under a complex leasing system over the last century. The report also addresses existing laws and regulations that affect the use of federal lands for renewable energy projects, including geothermal, wind, and solar energy.