BOEM Moves to Fast-Track Environmental Review for Offshore Fracking at Platform Gilda

The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) has initiated a fast-tracked environmental review that could allow hydraulic fracturing, known as fracking, at Platform Gilda in federal waters off California.

California Sues to Block Federal Order Restarting Sable Pipeline

California has filed suit to block a federal order directing Sable Offshore Corp. to restart the oil pipeline system serving the offshore Santa Ynez Unit.

California Brings Multiple Legal Challenges to Block Sable Pipeline Restart

California launched a legal effort to stop Sable Offshore Corp.’s restart of the Las Flores Pipeline System serving the offshore Santa Ynez Unit.

Trump Administration Directs Sable to Restart Santa Ynez Unit Pipeline, Citing National Security

The Trump administration directed Sable Offshore Corp. on March 13, 2026 to restart the oil pipeline servicing the Santa Ynez Unit.

Trump to Open California Coast to Offshore Oil Drilling