National Commission on the BP Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill and Offshore Drilling

The National Commission on the BP Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill and Offshore Drilling was a government-appointed body established in 2010 to investigate the causes of the Deepwater Horizon disaster, where an offshore oil rig operated by BP exploded, releasing millions of barrels of oil into the Gulf of Mexico. The commission analyzed safety failures, regulatory gaps, and industry practices that contributed to the spill. Its goal was to recommend improvements to prevent future such accidents, enhance safety standards, and ensure better oversight of offshore drilling operations, protecting the environment and public safety.