Encouraged by Southern lawmakers and lobbyists from the energy industry, the Obama administration is considering opening the Atlantic Coast to oil drilling. Obama is expected to announce his decision within the next three months. If the president decides to allow the drilling, the first step will include seismic testing of the ocean floor to
Oil Companies Push For Atlantic Coast Drilling
Since it’s unknown how much gas and oil exist, drilling could be more environmentally and financially costly than oil companies project.
By Katie Rucke
