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_2011May4

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来源: UNT Digital Library

【 摘 要 】

The report first reviews the laws and regulations affecting leasing of federal lands for exploration and production of oil, natural gas, and coal, as well as the permits that lessees must obtain in order to explore for and produce these resources. The report also addresses existing laws and regulations that govern the use of federal lands for renewable energy projects, including geothermal, wind, and solar energy.