General DNR News
DNR to implement streamlining recommendations
Louisiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Secretary Scott Angelle has announced that the department will be cutting more than $1.3 million in annual costs over the next two years to support the state government streamlining efforts.
January mineral lease sale brings $4 million to state
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.
Natural Resources and Transportation sign agreement to centralize water wells
The state Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) have completed an agreement to streamline the management of water wells and state ground water under DNR.
DNR Secretary Scott Angelle urges EPA to revoke greenhouse gas ruling in favor of stronger natural gas policy
Louisiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Secretary Scott Angelle is calling for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to reconsider its actions in taking steps toward a rule-making process that could create new restrictions on carbon dioxide emissions.
DNR Secretary Angelle announces mid-year budget cuts
Louisiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Secretary Scott Angelle has announced that the department will be cutting more than $375,000 in previously budgeted spending to support mid-year, across-the-board budget reductions to all agencies.
More Louisiana Marinas Join an Elite Group
Five marinas in the state have recently been certified and have joined the state’s Clean Marina Program, according to coastal managers at the state Department of Natural Resources (DNR).
December mineral lease sale brings approximately $8.8 million
The state Mineral Board on Wednesday conducted its monthly lease sale in the LaBelle Room of the LaSalle Office Building in Baton Rouge.
DNR awarded $4.2 million for Energy Star Rebate Program
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced that Louisiana’s Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has been awarded $4.2 million from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act to support energy efficiency and alternative energy efforts in Louisiana homes through the Energy Star Rebate program.
LA Officials Take Step to Require the Corps of Engineers to Beneficially Use Lower Mississippi River Dredged Material
The State of Louisiana took a bold step today to require the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to use sediment dredged from the Mississippi River to restore eroded wetlands in Louisiana – rather than wasting the material.
November mineral lease sale brings approximately $2.6 million
The state Mineral and Energy Board on Thursday conducted its monthly lease sale in the LaBelle Room of the LaSalle Office Building in Baton Rouge.