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Bureau of Ocean Energy Management @BOEM

We manage our offshore energy, mineral, and geological resources in an environmentally and economically responsible way 🌊 RTs/follows/likes ≠ endorsement

Joined August 2013
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Phosphorites are sedimentary rocks rich in calcium phosphate. Found on the seafloor, they may contain rare earth elements and uranium. These resources are vital to U.S. defense and manufacturing. Our science supports U.S. mineral security for the next 250 years. #Freedom250
A close-up photo of a Phosphorite rock with a rugged, uneven texture, rounded grains, and layered bands in brown, gray, and black tones. This rock was formed on the seafloor in Southern California. Photo credit: Public Domain.

ALT A close-up photo of a Phosphorite rock with a rugged, uneven texture, rounded grains, and layered bands in brown, gray, and black tones. This rock was formed on the seafloor in Southern California. Photo credit: Public Domain.
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Heavy mineral sands—found in shallow U.S. waters—contain titanium, tin, and rare earth elements. These minerals are essential to defense, aerospace, and advanced manufacturing. Our science supports U.S. strength and supply chain security for the next 250 years. #Freedom250
Layers of golden, brown, and black heavy mineral sand deposits. Photo by Kerby Dobbs, BOEM.

ALT Layers of golden, brown, and black heavy mineral sand deposits. Photo by Kerby Dobbs, BOEM.

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Ferromanganese crusts grow just 1–4 mm per million years—but they’re rich in cobalt, nickel, copper, and more. Our science helps secure these critical minerals for U.S. clean energy and national security—now and for the next 250 years. More: ow.ly/MQya50Z5mWe #Freedom250
A close-up photo of a dark gray ferromanganese crust sample, which has a rough and bumpy surface, which was collected from 1,896 meters deep at Necker Ridge in the central north Pacific. Photo credit: Public Domain.

ALT A close-up photo of a dark gray ferromanganese crust sample, which has a rough and bumpy surface, which was collected from 1,896 meters deep at Necker Ridge in the central north Pacific. Photo credit: Public Domain.

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Your smartphone depends on critical minerals. Materials such as lithium, aluminum, gallium, germanium, and rare earth elements are used in batteries, processors, displays, and other key components. Learn more: usgs.gov/media/images/critic…
A piece of solid Gallium metal that is bright silver. Photo credit: Public Domain

ALT A piece of solid Gallium metal that is bright silver. Photo credit: Public Domain

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As part of #Freedom250, we support offshore science that helps strengthen mineral supply chains and informs long-term resource planning for the next 250 years. #CriticalMinerals #Technology
A robotic arm collects a large ferromanganese nodule from the seafloor, which is covered with many smaller nodules. These round, dark rocks are rich in critical minerals. Photo Credit: The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS).

ALT A robotic arm collects a large ferromanganese nodule from the seafloor, which is covered with many smaller nodules. These round, dark rocks are rich in critical minerals. Photo Credit: The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS).

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On #MemorialDay, we honor the heroic men and women who gave their lives defending our nation. We remain committed to responsibly managing the development of energy, mineral, and geological resources on the Outer Continental Shelf—advancing America's security and energy future.
An American flag is superimposed over an oil platform in the ocean with the sun setting in the background.

ALT An American flag is superimposed over an oil platform in the ocean with the sun setting in the background.

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Happy #InfrastructureWeek! Critical minerals are essential to our infrastructure, technology & defense. We manage the development of mineral resources on the Outer Continental Shelf, evaluate marine minerals deposits, and oversee leasing and environmental and technical reviews.
A polymetallic nodule from the Pacific Ocean.

ALT A polymetallic nodule from the Pacific Ocean.

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Through responsible offshore energy development, we are reinvesting offshore energy revenues into America’s future. Revenues generated from offshore oil and gas activities support local economies, restoration efforts, fisheries, and critical infrastructure. #InfrastructureWeek
A multicolored offshore oil rig, painted in orange, red, yellow, and blue, sits in the ocean with a partly cloudy sky above.

ALT A multicolored offshore oil rig, painted in orange, red, yellow, and blue, sits in the ocean with a partly cloudy sky above.

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It’s #InfrastructureWeek! Offshore infrastructure powers America’s energy future. Through planning, coordination, leasing, and responsible resource management, we help lay the foundation for future offshore energy development across the U.S. Outer Continental Shelf.
Six people, who are wearing white hard hats and safety gear, are inspecting equipment on an offshore oil and gas platform. The blue ocean is in the background.

ALT Six people, who are wearing white hard hats and safety gear, are inspecting equipment on an offshore oil and gas platform. The blue ocean is in the background.

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BOEM’s offshore oil and gas leasing program—guided by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and the National OCS Oil and Gas Leasing Program—provides a structured path for future offshore infrastructure, investment, and energy development while balancing environmental considerations.
An offshore oil and gas platform sits in the blue ocean. Photo Credit: Abigail Ryder, BOEM

ALT An offshore oil and gas platform sits in the blue ocean. Photo Credit: Abigail Ryder, BOEM

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It’s #EndangeredSpeciesDay! The sei whale is one of the most endangered large whales in the North Atlantic. Through collaboration with @NOAA’s Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary, we are shedding important light on sei whale acoustic behavior.
A Sei whale mother and her calf swimming together in the ocean. Photo Credit: NOAA Fisheries

ALT A Sei whale mother and her calf swimming together in the ocean. Photo Credit: NOAA Fisheries

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@BOEM and @NOAA successfully placed digital acoustic tags on 14 sei whales in waters offshore Massachusetts in 2022—the first-time researchers had successfully tagged an endangered species in the U.S. using an uncrewed aerial vehicle (UAV), or drone.
A sei whale surfaces in the ocean as an uncrewed aerial vehicle (UAV) flies overhead. There is a research vessel visible in the background. Photo credit: Laura Howes; permit #18059 Issued by the National Marine Fisheries Service.

ALT A sei whale surfaces in the ocean as an uncrewed aerial vehicle (UAV) flies overhead. There is a research vessel visible in the background. Photo credit: Laura Howes; permit #18059 Issued by the National Marine Fisheries Service.

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Using UAVs allows scientists to collect data in a safer way while improving our understanding of whale behavior and habitat use. This research is informing mitigation strategies to protect these endangered species during offshore energy activities. youtube.com/watch?v=96TXJv8P…

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Members of @BOEM and @BSEEgov briefed the @us_awc on offshore energy priorities, strategic resources, leasing, permitting enhancements, and interagency coordination—highlighting how we work together to support safe and responsible development across the Outer Continental Shelf.
Members from BOEM and BSEE participate in a briefing with members of the U.S. Army War College in a conference room. Attendees are seated around a large table with presentation screens.

ALT Members from BOEM and BSEE participate in a briefing with members of the U.S. Army War College in a conference room. Attendees are seated around a large table with presentation screens.

Acting Assistant Secretary for Land and Minerals Management Lanny E. Erdos, BSEE Acting Director Kenneth Stevens, and BOEM Senior Advisor Matthew Palmer participate in a briefing with members of the U.S. Army War College.

ALT Acting Assistant Secretary for Land and Minerals Management Lanny E. Erdos, BSEE Acting Director Kenneth Stevens, and BOEM Senior Advisor Matthew Palmer participate in a briefing with members of the U.S. Army War College.

Members from BOEM, BSEE, and the U.S. Army War College stand together for a group photo. The National Monument stands behind them and dark gray clouds hover dramatically above them.

ALT Members from BOEM, BSEE, and the U.S. Army War College stand together for a group photo. The National Monument stands behind them and dark gray clouds hover dramatically above them.

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Promoting offshore development while protecting the environment is central to the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act. Under this framework, we ensure offshore resources are managed responsibly and safely for the benefit of our nation. More: boem.gov/newsroom/ocean-scie…
A wooden gavel lies on an American flag with a rolled parchment document in background.

ALT A wooden gavel lies on an American flag with a rolled parchment document in background.

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From discussions on offshore energy development, critical minerals, and permitting efficiency, #OTC2026 featured the innovation and collaboration shaping the future of offshore energy. We are proud to support responsible development across the Outer Continental Shelf.
Members from BOEM and BSEE stand together and take a group photo at the Offshore Technology Conference.

ALT Members from BOEM and BSEE stand together and take a group photo at the Offshore Technology Conference.

BOEM Acting Director Giacona and BSEE Acting Director Stevens are speaking during a fireside chat at the Offshore Technology Conference.

ALT BOEM Acting Director Giacona and BSEE Acting Director Stevens are speaking during a fireside chat at the Offshore Technology Conference.

Dr. Megan Carr of BOEM and Bryan Domangue of BSEE are speaking during a fireside chat at the Offshore Technology Conference.

ALT Dr. Megan Carr of BOEM and Bryan Domangue of BSEE are speaking during a fireside chat at the Offshore Technology Conference.

Members from BOEM and BSEE are managing a booth at the Offshore Technology Conference.

ALT Members from BOEM and BSEE are managing a booth at the Offshore Technology Conference.

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At #OTC2026, @BOEM Associate Director Dr. Megan Carr participated in a panel called, “Engineering the Future of Deep-Seabed Mining: Collection, Transport, and Processing,” highlighting the technological frontiers of deep-seabed mining.
BOEM Associate Director Dr. Megan Carr is speaking on a panel about deep-seabed mining at the Offshore Technology Conference.

ALT BOEM Associate Director Dr. Megan Carr is speaking on a panel about deep-seabed mining at the Offshore Technology Conference.
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Bureau of Ocean Energy Management retweeted
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@BSEEgov and @BOEM visited HWCG to tour deepwater containment assets and observe offshore response capabilities. Knowing how operators prepare strengthens coordination and reinforces the importance of readiness in protecting workers, the environment and offshore infrastructure.
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Dr. Megan Carr of @BOEM and Bryan Domangue of @BSEEgov joined a fireside chat at #OTC2026 to highlight how BOEM and BSEE are enhancing offshore oil and gas development.
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Through implementing routine lease sales, streamlining permitting, prioritizing decommissioning, and investigating how AI can help increase efficiency, we are delivering more efficient, transparent offshore energy—and strengthening America’s energy security.
Dr. Megan Carr of BOEM and Bryan Domangue of BSEE are speaking during a fireside chat at the Offshore Technology Conference.

ALT Dr. Megan Carr of BOEM and Bryan Domangue of BSEE are speaking during a fireside chat at the Offshore Technology Conference.
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