Category: Publications

AB 2257 Cost Study

A report to the Legislature on the fiscal impact of voluntary relinquishments of existing offshore oil and gas leases, as required by AB 2257, enacted after the 2021 Huntington Beach oil spill. Staff Report 66 (12/17/24) AB 2257 Cost Study:  Evaluating the fiscal...

Peer-reviewed Journal Publications

The Marine Invasive Species program published its third peer-reviewed scientific journal article this year. The article, published in the Journal Frontiers in Marine Science through a collaboration with the University of Maryland, New Zealand EPA, and Safinah Group in the UK, focused on biofouling and the environmental consequences of cleaning ships while in the water.

Port Readiness Plan

The AB 525 Port Readiness Plan, published by the State Lands Commission, assesses the necessary investments in California ports to support offshore wind energy activities, including construction, assembly, and operations and maintenance.