Oil and Natural Gas Unlock the Modern World for Everyone, Everywhere
The Gulf of America is a leading U.S. offshore energy hub, supporting hundreds of thousands of jobs, billions in government revenue, and reliable, affordable energy nationwide. With growing reserves and world-class infrastructure, it plays a critical role in meeting rising domestic and global energy demand while strengthening America’s economy and national security.
Energy Lifts Society
Affordable and reliable energy is the backbone of a thriving society, driving economic prosperity, improving health and education outcomes, and strengthening national security. The Gulf of America’s oil and gas industry plays a critical role in ensuring these benefits are realized.
“Everything that is fabricated, grown, operated or moved is made possible by hydrocarbons”
Energy availability is a key driver of economic output. Regions with robust energy access consistently demonstrate higher GDP per capita, as industries thrive, businesses expand, and jobs multiply. The Gulf of America’s oil and gas production fuels this economic engine, supporting millions of livelihoods and fostering prosperity.
Access to Energy Correlates to Better Health
The Gulf of America’s oil and gas industry powers more than just electricity—it underpins the functionality and advancement of healthcare and education, two pillars of societal well-being. Beyond providing reliable energy, the hydrocarbons produced in the Gulf are integral to the tools, equipment, and infrastructure that enable modern medical care and learning environments, driving progress and improving lives.
Our medical first responders can do their jobs thanks to oil and gas.
Access to Energy Correlates to National Security & Global Competitiveness
Energy independence is a critical component of national security. The Gulf of America’s oil and gas output—accounting for a significant portion of U.S. production—reduces reliance on unstable foreign suppliers, many of whom operate in volatile regions or hold conflicting interests. Our domestic supply shields the U.S. from global market disruptions, such as conflicts in Ukraine or the Middle East or sanctions-related shortages, ensuring stable fuel prices and uninterrupted access for critical sectors like transportation, industry, and defense.
Power Demand on the Rise
As emerging technologies and industrial growth drive unprecedented electricity demand, the Gulf of America’s abundant natural gas resources stand ready to meet these long-term needs. From AI data centers to advanced manufacturing, Gulf energy can ensure the nation stays at the forefront of innovation and economic progress.
Mobility—whether personal, commercial, or industrial—is a cornerstone of modern life, and the Gulf of America’s oil and gas production plays an indispensable role in keeping America moving. Affordable, reliable energy from the Gulf ensures that vehicles, planes, ships, and supply chains remain operational, supporting economic vitality, personal freedom, and national resilience. Importantly, keeping energy affordable can provide a substantial benefit to lower income families who spend a disproportioned amount of time and money on transportation, especially on their work commute.
Oil & Natural Gas Touch Every Part of our Daily Lives
We all know we depend on reliable and affordable gas to fill up our cars to go where we want to go, but that is only one benefit of oil and gas. Clothing, houses, smartphones, TV’s, couches, shoes, soaps and countless other household goods are built with hydrocarbons as their building blocks. And the benefits do not end there.
The magnitude and diversity of products made from hydrocarbons underscores the critical importance of a steady pipeline of oil and gas supplies.
Source: NOV
Farming & Agriculture
The Gulf of America’s oil and gas production is a vital lifeline for U.S. agriculture, powering the machinery, infrastructure, and supply chains that sustain the nation’s food security. Just as energy drives mobility, healthcare, and advanced industries, it underpins farming—a cornerstone of American life—ensuring farmers can produce abundant, affordable food to feed the nation and beyond.
Supporting Energy Needs in the Developing World
The Gulf of America’s oil and gas production not only powers the U.S. but also plays a critical role in addressing the urgent energy demands of the developing world. Access to affordable, reliable energy is essential for these nations to achieve economic growth, improve quality of life, and enhance global stability, and Gulf energy exports provide a vital resource to meet these needs.
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The Gulf of America Forward report shows how offshore energy powers daily life, supports jobs, strengthens security, and leads on innovation and sustainability. Download now to see why the Gulf is a strategic national asset shaping America’s future.
