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Tariffs loom, but Louisiana LNG projects push forward

Despite rising costs and ongoing trade tensions, several major LNG projects in Louisiana are moving forward—positioning the state at the center of a nationwide export surge. As Reuters reports, Woodside Energy recently gave final approval...

Seventeen states sue to block wind energy executive order

A coalition of state attorneys general filed a lawsuit last week against President Donald Trump’s attempt to stop the development of wind energy. Attorneys general from 17 states and Washington, D.C., are challenging an...

Woodside is looking for more buyers for its Louisiana LNG project

After announcing the project’s final investment decision last week, Woodside Energy said Tuesday that it planned to divest an additional 20% to 30% stake in its $17.5 billion Louisiana LNG project, Reuters reports. The move would reduce...

This Ascension industrial property sold for nearly $2M

Roughly 37 acres of vacant industrial land in Ascension Parish have sold for $1.9 million. RBD Ascension LLC purchased the property from Industrial Commercial Properties LLC, according to a transaction filed last Thursday with the...

Louisiana universities brace for research funding losses

Louisiana will be among the most impacted states by the indefinite pause of funding from the National Science Foundation, Louisiana Illuminator writes. The National Science Foundation―one of the top federal funders of scientific research at Louisiana universities―will...

Allen Parish sets rules for carbon storage wells

Last week, Allen Parish approved an ordinance establishing regulations for carbon storage wells. “One of the reasons they (CO2 companies) picked Allen Parish is because we have no ordinances or zoning and we are...

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New Louisiana Energy Awards will spotlight industry leaders

In a state where oil refineries, chemical plants, and energy export terminals define the skyline, a new initiative is set to recognize the people and projects driving that industry forward—both in its traditional forms and its emerging frontiers. Make your nominations now for the 2025 Louisiana Energy Awards.   Deadline is June 30. Get all the details. The Louisiana Energy Awards will celebrate leadership, innovation, and community impact across Louisiana’s diverse energy sector. From the Gulf’s deepwater platforms to carbon capture initiatives and renewable...

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