EWTC: Regular Gulf Lease Sales Provide Stability for Long-Term Investment
08/12/2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE HOUSTON— Today, the Energy Workforce & Technology Council issued the following statement
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Energy security requires long-term investments.
Energy Workforce President Tim Tarpley was featured in a recent @WorldOil article on the latest Gulf lease sale, highlighting the importance of predictable leasing for long-term offshore investment.
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Predictability matters in the Gulf.
Today’s Gulf lease sale marks another step toward the consistent offshore leasing schedule companies need to plan, invest and build for the future.
Offshore projects requiring years of planning, and regular lease sales provide the stability
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