The EPA's decision granting Louisiana primacy for regulating Class VI wells marks a significant milestone in our state's economic development. This approval has positioned Louisiana to become the nation’s leader in safely storing carbon dioxide, contributing to nationwide emissions reduction and bringing new jobs and innovation to our state. As Governor, I am committed to overseeing the seamless implementation of this program for the benefit of Louisiana's citizens and our nation.
What are plastics to fuel technologies? According to @AmChemistry, plastics are high value “captured energy" and if utilized could reduce 80 percent of the volume of waste that goes to landfill. Several LCA members are already using these technologies. https://t.co/nOI17IFvvj
‘Thank you La Black caucus, LMOGA, and LCA for bringing together minority owned businesses and women owned businesses for new opportunities in La’ stated @RepGarretGraves#diversityinenergy
" We need predictability and stability in the rules! " this statement could either come from @SeanPayton about the 'Bad Call' on the Saints vs Rams or @ExxonMobilBRA about La's Gov John Bel Edwards' new ITEP rules in Louisiana #lamanufacturingjobs
Economic opportunity ripples through #BatonRouge, thanks to our thriving petrochemical industry and companies like @ExxonMobilBatonRouge! #FuelingBatonRouge#FuelingourFuture https://t.co/BKzAYL1Z0W
Ernst&Young, along with the Council On State Taxation and State Tax Research Institute, issued an annual state-by-state study estimating state & local taxes paid by businesses. LA had the largest increase (12.5%) in state and local business tax collections between FYs 2016 & 17.
The Louisiana Cajun Navy was just ordered to stand down and leave New Bern, NC, where members were involved in rescue missions for victims trapped in their homes when Hurricane Florence hit early this morning. Their current status is North Carolina is unclear. #florence
The chemical industry pays the second highest weekly wage ($2,050) in Louisiana's manufacturing sector. This is significantly more than the state average. To learn more about the industry’s economic impact, visit https://t.co/mogPh3V2F3. #LouisianaJobs