- President Biden has announced a permanent ban on new oil and gas drilling across over 625 million acres of U.S. coastal waters.
- The decision aims to mitigate environmental risks, protect public health, and support coastal economies.
- This move is part of an effort to enhance Biden's environmental legacy amidst potential changes with the incoming Trump administration.
- Using the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act, Biden's order blocks drilling along the Eastern Seaboard and other significant coastal areas.
- While symbolic, the ban underscores the minimal fossil fuel potential in these regions compared to the associated risks.
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Flora Green
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