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Oil and Gas

BOEM is responsible for all OCS leasing policy and program development issues for oil, gas and other marine minerals.


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Oil and Gas
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Marine Minerals

BOEM works with coastal communities to provide Outer Continental Shelf sand to restore and protect shorelines. Our work supports coastal resilience, state and local economies, and ecological habitat.

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Marine Minerals
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Environment

Our goals are to be good stewards and protect the environment while overseeing the development of Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) energy and marine mineral resources.

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FEATURED STORY

Belugas make a sunny showing at Windy Corner during 2025 Belugas Count!
On Saturday, Sept. 13, a team from BOEM’s Alaska Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) Region joined NOAA Fisheries and other partners for Belugas Count!

News

Charting A Course Toward Quieter Seas

BOEM-backed report details technologies and tactics to reduce offshore noise

Manta Rays in Motion: Science-Driven Stewardship on the Seafloor

Understanding manta ray migrations helps BOEM minimize impacts from vital marine mineral resource projects

Beneath the Surface

Preserving Maritime Heritage and Exploring Critical Mineral Potential in the U.S. Pacific Islands

Join The Team

Start a rewarding career at BOEM

You can put your science and engineering know-how to use at the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management.

Join us and help ensure the safe and environmentally responsible development of the U.S. offshore energy and marine mineral resources. Whether you are a recent graduate looking to gain valuable experience in the field, or an experienced professional looking for a stable career, BOEM has current vacancies available for all levels of experience.