General DNR News
December mineral lease sale brings approximately $2.3 million
The state Mineral and Energy Board on Wednesday conducted its monthly lease sale in the LaBelle Room of the LaSalle Office Building in Baton Rouge.
Gov. Jindal Praises Scott Angelle's Service as Lt. Gov.
Today, Governor Bobby Jindal praised Scott Angelle for his work as Lt. Governor over the past six months and announced that he will continue to be the state’s point person on federal oil and gas permitting issues.
November mineral lease sale brings approximately $6.5 million
The state Mineral and Energy Board on Wednesday conducted its monthly lease sale in the LaBelle Room of the LaSalle Office Building in Baton Rouge.
Gene Coleman receives recognition from Governor and State
In recognition of T. E. “Gene” Coleman of Claiborne parish for his consummate dedication to conserving, protecting, and managing the Sparta Formation Aquifer, one of our state’s most precious natural resources.
Boy Scouts Centennial Event – Big Turn-out
On October 23rd , over 600 visitors spent time at Camp Avondale in Clinton in celebration of 100 years of Boy Scouting.
October mineral lease sale brings $2.6 million for state
The Louisiana Mineral and Energy Board on Wednesday conducted its monthly lease sale in the LaBelle Room of the LaSalle Office Building in Baton Rouge.
Ribbon cutting ceremony set for the Myette Point boat launch
What: The St. Mary Parish government and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers are having a ceremonial ribbon cutting for the completed construction of the Myette Point boat launch near Charenton, La.
DNR HERO Program recognized for top performance in U.S.
The Louisiana Home Energy Rebate Option (HERO) program has been recognized as one of the top “Best Practices” programs in the U.S. by the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE). This month, ACEEE cited 18 programs with awards for exceptional state-led energy efficiency programs of which Louisiana received an honorable mention. There were five top awards, 10 honorable mentions, and three emerging program winners announced on September 15th, by the Council.
Montelaro named Assistant Secretary Office of Mineral Resources
Gov. Bobby Jindal has appointed Jody Montelaro as Louisiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Assistant Secretary Office of Mineral Resources and Secretary of the state Mineral and Energy Board.
Protect Your Ground Water Day in Louisiana
The state Department of Natural Resources’ Office of Conservation is spreading the word today on water conservation. Joining the National Ground Water Association (NGWA), the American Farm Bureau Federation, and many other national groups that promote the importance of protecting water supplies.