Energy
Angelle Tapped to Brief President Bush on Hurricane Gustav Energy Issues
Gov. Bobby Jindal tapped Louisiana Department of Natural Resources Secretary Scott Angelle to brief President George W. Bush on energy issues during Bush’s visit to Baton Rouge on Sept. 3 in the aftermath of Hurricane Gustav.
Department of Natural Resources checking status of energy operations in wake of Hurricane Gustav
The Department of Natural Resources is continuing with its efforts in assisting oil and gas exploration and production companies in bringing their operations back on line and getting fuel flowing. The Department’s Office of Conservation is currently in the process of contacting 126 operators with producing wells in a 17-parish region for information regarding the status of their production operations.
DNR announces Clean Cities Conference
With support and funding from DNR and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), the Louisiana’s Clean Cities coalitions are working to make our state a healthier, better place to live and work by promoting use of alternative fuels, advanced technology for vehicles, biofuels, and other renewable resources. The mission for a Clean City program is to adopt practices that reduce dependency on foreign oil and at the same time help the environment.
DNR director part of panel to discuss energy issues
ConocoPhillips believes it's up to today's energy leaders to set the stage for tomorrow's energy solutions, from alternative renewable fuels to traditional sources like oil and gas. That's why we're hosting a town hall meeting in Baton Rouge to discuss energy solutions that are reliable, available and environmentally friendly, and we want to hear from you.
Louisiana Industrial Companies Recognized by U.S. DOE for Energy-Saving Efforts
Baton Rouge, La — The Louisiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced Wednesday that the U.S. Department of Energy has recognized 14 Louisiana industrial manufacturers under the “Save Energy Now’ program for their work to reduce energy use and meet national energy goals.
Louisiana Residents Can Change a Light and Change the World Oct. 3
DNR and DEQ partner to ask residents to change to ENERGY STAR CFL light bulbs, save money and help the environment.
Pipeline Safety Training for Energy Industry Officials
The Louisiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will help train energy industry officials from Russia and several central Asian countries on pipeline safety.
Entergy contributes to Rebuilding Old Homes in New Orleans
The state Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has teamed with the Preservation Resource Center (PRC) to help homeowners in the Holy Cross and Lower 9th Ward neighborhoods rebuild with techniques that are energy efficient, sustainable and environmentally responsible.
DNR and LRA promoting energy efficiency in homes
“Quick Notes on Achieving Energy Efficiency, A Five-Part Series” was recently produced to promote energy conservation in the residential sector.
DNR and Mineral Board Tour Denver Energy Companies
Mineral Board Secretary Marjorie McKeithen, Commissioner of Conservation Jim Welsh, OCRM Deputy Assistant Secretary David Fruge, and Mineral Board member Carol LeBlanc visited three energy companies located in Denver, Colorado in March.