Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement

The Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) is a part of the U.S. Department of the Interior responsible for ensuring that offshore oil and gas operations are safe and environmentally sound. BSEE oversees regulations and conducts inspections to prevent accidents and disasters, such as oil spills. Their mission includes promoting safe practices, protecting marine ecosystems, and ensuring that energy development doesn’t harm the environment. BSEE works to balance energy production with safety and conservation, making sure that companies comply with rules designed to protect workers, the public, and natural resources.