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WASHINGTON, February 11, 2009 - Renewable energy sources will be a growing part of America’s energy future. But it is wrong to suggest that re-imposing the federal moratoria on offshore exploration and development is a step toward that goal. In fact, oil and natural gas stand as the logical bridge to that future, and even with a significant increase in the use of alternatives, are expected to be dominant fuel sources in 2030 and beyond. Americans have clearly said in public opinion polls that they want to develop their energy resources and reduce our nation’s dependence on imported oil.

WASHINGTON, February 5, 2009 – American Petroleum Institute President Jack Gerard today issued the following statement on Interior Secretary Ken Salazar’s announcement that he would extend the Outer Continental Shelf Five-Year Plan comment period by 180 days:

WASHINGTON, February 4, 2009 – The American Petroleum Institute issued the following statement today from its President Jack Gerard regarding the Department of Interior’s decision to cancel leases on 77 parcels of land in Utah:

WASHINGTON, February 2, 2009 – The American Petroleum Institute issued the following statement today from its president Jack Gerard:

WASHINGTON, February 3, 2009 – The imposition of new taxes on the oil and natural gas industry likely could kill hundreds of thousands of jobs, slow economic growth and make Americans more dependent on foreign sources of energy, according to a study released today.

WASHINGTON, January 26, 2009 – The American Petroleum Institute today issued the following statement: API supports President Obama’s desire to fortify the nation’s energy security with a comprehensive energy policy. The oil and natural gas industry, which supports 6 million workers, stands ready to advance those national goals and we urge policymakers to proceed with plans to extend new leases on non-park federal lands and waters to develop energy resources that belong to the American people.

WASHINGTON, January 9, 2011: American Petroleum Institute President and CEO Jack Gerard today issued the following statement on the new Interior Department five-year oil and natural gas leasing plan, which proposes lease sales in recently opened areas off the Atlantic, Pacific and Eastern Gulf of Mexico Outer Continental Shelf:

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WASHINGTON, January 15 – The U.S. Climate Action Partnership proposal is an example of how the oil and natural gas industry is contributing to a public debate to address the risks of global climate change.