About gulf offshore research institute
The Gulf Offshore Research Institute (GORI) is a not-for-profit corporation engaged in the acquisition and conversion of retired offshore oil and gas platforms in the Gulf of Mexico for alternative uses, and specifically for marine monitoring, energy and environmental research, scientific education and training (MMEERSET). The platforms can also serve as infrastructure for offshore renewable energy (ORE) and offshore aquaculture operations.

Peregrine Oil and Gas Platforms
- North Padre island 975 “A” Platform – 150’ W.D. (46 meters)
- North Padre island 969 “JA” Platform – 150’ W.D. (46 meters)
- West Cameron 565 “A” Platform – 200’ W.D. (61 meters)
GORI Recent News
How ocean wind power could help the oil industry
View full article BY: Terry L. Jones & Pam Radtke on Louisiana Illuminator here: View Article
Gulf Offshore Research Institute, along with Blue Silo Aquaculture and Excipio Energy
Gulf Offshore Research Institute, along with Blue Silo Aquaculture and Excipio Energy, have completed and submitted to the U.S. Department of Energy our Phase I study report on the various uses for Gulf of Mexico energy infrastructure and blue development. Application...
Renewable energy and aquaculture to bring new life to old offshore platforms 20210803 WWL Radio Newell Norman
Renewable energy and aquaculture to bring new life to old offshore platforms 20210803 WWL Radio Newell Norman