### Question
How is the term outer Continental Shelf energy activity defined?


### Answer
The term **outer Continental Shelf energy activity** is defined in *16 U.S.C. § 1453* as the following:

> any exploration for, or any development or production of, oil or natural gas from the outer Continental Shelf (as defined in section 1331(a) of title 43) or the siting, construction, expansion, or operation of any new or expanded energy facilities directly required by such exploration, development, or production

#### Citation:
  - *16 U.S.C. § 1453*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 33-COASTAL ZONE MANAGEMENT**

