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LSU'S UPTON: Reducing fossil fuels puts decarbonization strategies at risk
The director of LSU’s Center for Energy Studies testified before a House subcommittee last week that policies aimed at reducing fossil...
Oct 3, 2023


Exxon Mobil's Baton Rouge Initiatives and the Industrial Tax Exemption Debate
The Exxon Mobil Corporation has a significant presence in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and a series of recent initiatives that have garnered...
Sep 26, 2023


Michael Bloomberg Targets Petrochemical Industry on Climate Change Crusade
Michael Bloomberg, former New York City mayor and 11th richest man in the world, is now the world’s single largest funder of climate...
Sep 20, 2023


Louisiana Selected by First Solar for panel Factory
The United States-based energy company, First Solar, announced in August that they have selected Iberia Parish as the site for their next...
Sep 12, 2023

Venture Global LNG Unveils Ambitious Expansion Plan, Partners with Baker Hughes
Venture Global LNG, a leading provider of U.S. liquefied natural gas (LNG), has made a significant announcement that underscores its...
Sep 5, 2023


Fire Continues to Smolder at Marathon Petroleum Oil Refinery, Investigation Underway
A storage tank fire that erupted at a Marathon Petroleum oil refinery, prompting a temporary evacuation of nearby residents, remained...
Aug 30, 2023


Candidates for Governor weigh in on LA Energy
As the Louisiana gubernatorial race approaches, candidates are making their pitches to various industries, with the oil and gas sector...
Jul 31, 2023

Coca-Cola and Partners Launch $137.7 Million Fund to Invest in Sustainable Solutions and Reduce Carb
Introduction The Coca-Cola Company, in collaboration with eight bottling partners, has taken a significant step forward in its commitment...
Jul 19, 2023


U.S. Energy Secretary unveils new funding for Louisiana program aimed at energy efficiency
During a trip to the New Orleans area on Wednesday, U.S. Department of Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm announced $90 million in...
Jul 18, 2023


Louisiana legislators, business leaders travel to Rhode Island to tour wind farm
A handful of Louisiana legislators and business leaders wrapped up a tour of Rhode Island’s wind energy sector aimed at learning best...
Jul 18, 2023


Louisiana Debates Control of Carbon Capture Wells in Public Hearing
Louisiana's Department of Natural Resources (DNR) faced scrutiny during the first day of a three-day public hearing as supporters and...
Jun 23, 2023


Louisiana Attracts Bids for Nearshore Wind Projects, Accelerating Offshore Wind Development
Energy companies aren’t waiting for the federal government to open the Gulf of Mexico's far offshore waters to wind development....
Jun 22, 2023
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