Onshore Crude Oil Production on Federal Lands Has Increased in Recent Years - CleanTechnica

Onshore crude oil production on federal lands in the United States has seen significant growth in recent years, reaching a record high of 1.7 million barrels per day (b/d) in 2024. This increase is largely driven by expanded drilling activity, particularly in New Mexico, where multiyear rises in leases, drilling permits, and well bore starts have contributed substantially. While total U.S. crude oil production nearly tripled from 5.0 million b/d in 2008 to 13.2 million b/d in 2024, production from federal onshore lands grew at an even faster pace, increasing sixfold since 2008. Offshore federal lands also contribute notably, with 1.8 million b/d in 2024, slightly surpassing onshore federal production but growing at a slower rate. Natural gas production on federal onshore lands has also increased, rising from 3.2 trillion cubic feet (Tcf) in 2020 to 4.