California Energy Journal

California Energy Journal

Offshore Oil

BOEM Moves to Fast-Track Environmental Review for Offshore Fracking at Platform Gilda

Mar 26, 2026
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The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) has initiated a fast-tracked environmental review that could allow hydraulic fracturing, known as fracking, at Platform Gilda in federal waters off California.

In a March 18, 2026 notice of intent, BOEM said it will prepare an environmental impact statement (EIS) to evaluate a proposal to authorize well stimul…

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