This Louisiana plant says it might have to close if EPA rules aren’t relaxed
A synthetic rubber manufacturer in Louisiana accused of increasing the cancer risk for the nearby majority-Black community told a federal appeals court that it...
U.S. releasing 1 million barrels of gasoline in bid to lower prices this summer
The Biden administration announced last week that it is releasing 1 million barrels of gasoline from a Northeast reserve established after Superstorm Sandy in...
Bill proposes clean hydrogen task force
A legislative bill targeting Louisiana’s clean hydrogen industry advanced through the House chambers on Thursday, reports KALB News.
The bill, House Concurrent Resolution 64, proposes...
More than $100M in federal grants announced for makers of EV parts
Vice President Kamala Harris this week announced more than $100 million in new funding opportunities tapped for the country’s small businesses that manufacture vehicle...
Report: Nearly 500 Louisiana companies could support offshore wind, but need legislative help
There are 458 distinct companies in Louisiana with the potential to supply products or services in the offshore wind industry, reports Utility Dive.
A recent...
Could a tax on foreign oil replace Louisiana’s income tax?
A member of the Louisiana public service commission has proposed eliminating the state income tax to replace it with one on foreign oil processed...
Grow Louisiana Coalition hosts annual Industry Day
On Wednesday, the Grow Louisiana Coalition welcomed hundreds of energy supporters to the annual Industry Day at the Capitol Park Museum. The event drew...
Here’s how Landry plans to reorganize the state’s coastal protection authority
Since taking office, Gov. Jeff Landry has set his sights to rewrite and revamp several aspects of Louisiana’s government, including the state’s constitution as...
New EPA rule targets more than 200 chemical plants including some in Louisiana
More than 200 chemical plants nationwide will be required to reduce toxic emissions that are likely to cause cancer under a new rule issued...
Is transparency lacking around Louisiana carbon capture projects?
Two dozen carbon capture projects are proposed in Louisiana, but figuring out where exactly companies plan to inject carbon dioxide for storage is a...
