A 2007 Department of Energy study found that access to coastal energy deposits would not add to domestic crude oil and natural gas production before 2030 and that the impact on prices would be “insignificant.”

And ANWR would also have as little effect in as long a time to develop.

Let's also not forget that the global price for oil is the global price for oil no matter where it comes from.

So let's review: You can't drive your way out of congestion, and you can't drill your way out of an energy crisis.

-janelane, frustrated non-politician smart person

With High Gasoline Prices, Offshore Drilling Is Gaining Favor - NYTimes.com