Proclamation recognizes Louisiana’s century-long leadership in energy, economic impact across regions, and growing role in next-generation energy innovation. From GNO, Inc. – https://gnoinc.org Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry today issued a proclamation designating December 9, 2025 as “Gulf Coast Energy Day” in the State of Louisiana, recognizing the enduring contributions of Louisiana’s energy workers, companies, andContinue reading “Governor Jeff Landry Proclaims December 9 as “Gulf Coast Energy Day” in Louisiana”
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Amite Solar Energy Center Marks Milestone for NextEra Energy Resources in Louisiana
From NextEra Energy Resources DEMCO and NextEra Energy Resources, LLC, are proud to announce that Amite Solar, LLC, is now operational. This milestone marks the launch of NextEra Energy Resources’ first utility-scale energy facility in Louisiana, delivering reliable, American-made energy to local communities. The Amite Solar Energy Center is a subsidiary of NextEra Energy Resources, one ofContinue reading “Amite Solar Energy Center Marks Milestone for NextEra Energy Resources in Louisiana”
APA Testifies in Opposition to Louisiana House Bill 692
“A grid that leans too heavily on a single fuel — even one as abundant as natural gas — is exposed to shocks, price volatility, and potential failure. True resilience comes from optionality — not restriction. Every resource, working together, to deliver for every Louisianan.“ Jeffrey Clark, President of the Advanced Power Alliance, offered this writtenContinue reading “APA Testifies in Opposition to Louisiana House Bill 692”
Recurrent Energy Completes 127-MW Louisiana Solar Project
From Solar Power World Recurrent Energy, a subsidiary of Canadian Solar Inc., held a tour and ribbon-cutting ceremony at Bayou Galion Solar, a 127-MWDC solar project located in Northeast Louisiana. The project commenced operations in November 2024. To celebrate the project’s commercial operation, Recurrent Energy welcomed local leaders to the site in Morehouse Parish. Bayou GalionContinue reading “Recurrent Energy Completes 127-MW Louisiana Solar Project”
The Advocate – Guest Column: Private Investment in Electricity Grids Offers Hope for Improvements. Here’s Why.
By Will Hardy This column appeared in The Advocate on March 14, 2025. Will Hardy is the director of Conservatives for Clean Energy Louisiana. The first thing to know about the electric grid is that electrons are agnostic about who pays for the electric superhighway that connects generators with substations and ultimately customers. Electrons followContinue reading “The Advocate – Guest Column: Private Investment in Electricity Grids Offers Hope for Improvements. Here’s Why.”
Hayes: Transmission is the Key to American Energy Dominance
To remain competitive and win the AI race with China, we will need all the energy we can generate while expanding our ability to transmit those electrons wherever they need to go. Christina Hayes is the executive director of Americans for a Clean Energy Grid.This piece appeared in Utility Dive on January 31, 2025. AContinue reading “Hayes: Transmission is the Key to American Energy Dominance”
Southeastern States Dominate “2024 Deals of the Year Awards” from Business Facilities Magazine
Again, the availability of affordable, reliable, clean energy plays a leading role as companies make their site selections. Business Facilities Magazine has released its 2024 Deals of the Year Awards. Business Facilities has unveiled its 2024 Deal of the Year Awards, spotlighting major corporate investments that promise significant economic impact across various U.S. regions. In several cases,Continue reading “Southeastern States Dominate “2024 Deals of the Year Awards” from Business Facilities Magazine”
OCED Announces up to $1.8 Billion in New Funding for Transformational Direct Air Capture Technologies
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations (OCED) today opened applications for up to $1.8 billion in funding for the design, construction, and operation of mid- and large-scale commercial direct air capture (DAC) facilities and infrastructure access platforms. From the US Department of Energy, Office of Clean Energy Demonstrtions The U.S.Continue reading “OCED Announces up to $1.8 Billion in New Funding for Transformational Direct Air Capture Technologies”
LSU Center for Energy Studies Releases “2025 Gulf Coast Energy Outlook”
From our Partners at GNO, Inc.: Researchers at the LSU Center for Energy Studies have released their 2025 Gulf Coast Energy Outlook, and the takeaway is clear: a balanced, all-of-the-above approach to energy supply and decarbonization presents a generational opportunity for Louisiana and the Gulf Coast. The numbers are large. By 2030, the Gulf Coast region isContinue reading “LSU Center for Energy Studies Releases “2025 Gulf Coast Energy Outlook””
APA Statement on Meta’s Monumental $10B Investment in Louisiana Hyperscaler Data Center
Jeff Clark, Advanced Power Alliance CEO, statement on Meta’s announced investment in Northeast Louisiana: “The announcement of Meta’s groundbreaking $10 billion hyperscaler data center investment is a tremendous victory for Richland Parish, Northeast Louisiana, and the entire state. Diversification is key to economic resilience and this project further transforms the Louisiana economy and better positionsContinue reading “APA Statement on Meta’s Monumental $10B Investment in Louisiana Hyperscaler Data Center”