According to IER's analysis of available data, oil production on federal lands declined by 11 percent in FY2011, and natural gas production on federal lands declined by 6 percent.
Meanwhile, oil production on private and state lands increased by 14 percent and natural gas production on private and state lands increased by 12 percent.
Moreover, natural gas production on federal lands in FY2011 declined by 27 percent from FY2009 levels, when it peaked at 6.82 trillion cubic feet. During the same time period, natural gas production on state and private lands increased 28 percent. IER's analysis further demonstrates that FY2011 natural gas production on federal lands was the lowest volume since 2006.
For further details and analysis regarding oil and gas production on federal lands, read IER's full report by clicking here.
