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BLM Welcomes Community Perspectives on Proposed Colorado Energy Parcels for March 2027

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An onshore oil and gas drilling rig stands against a vibrant orange and blue sunrise sky. In the foreground, large green industrial mud tanks and a vertical black storage tank sit on a dirt lot. The tall metal derrick tower rises on the right side of the frame with its working lights illuminated.
An onshore oil and gas drilling rig stands against a vibrant orange and blue sunrise sky. In the foreground, large green industrial mud tanks and a vertical black storage tank sit on a dirt lot. The tall metal derrick tower rises on the right side of the frame with its working lights illuminated.

LAKEWOOD, Colo.– The Bureau of Land Management has opened a 30‑day period for the public to review and comment on 38 proposed oil and gas lease parcels in Colorado, totaling about 66,221 acres, under consideration for the March 2027 federal lease sale. Comments are welcome through Oct. 9.

This effort is part of the BLM’s commitment to managing federal energy resources in a transparent and balanced way that considers community needs, national energy priorities, and protection of natural and cultural resources. 

Federal oil and gas leasing helps strengthen U.S. energy security, supports jobs and local economies, and generates revenue that is shared with states and counties to fund schools, roads, and other essential public services.

Partnership with the public is central to how the BLM manages public lands. Community perspectives help shape how potential lease areas are evaluated and ensure that future development—if pursued—supports national energy needs while protecting wildlife habitat, water resources, cultural sites, and recreation areas that Coloradans and visitors value.

Maps, parcel details, and instructions for providing comments are available on the BLM ePlanning project page:
 https://eplanning.blm.gov/Project-Home/?id=5549EBB4-89AB-F111-AAAC-001DD802F839.

The BLM manages about 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska, on behalf of the American people. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. Our mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of America’s public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.