General DNR News
DNR SECRETARY TO SPEAK AT CONGRESSIONAL CONFERENCE
Louisiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Secretary Scott A. Angelle will address the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee at a Natural Gas Conference to be held Monday, January 24, 2005 at 2:20 p.m. in Washington, D.C.
Hopedale Hydrologic Restoration (PO-24) Project Profile
This project will abate site-specific wetland loss by replacing collapsed culverts installed in 1950 near Yscloskey. The degraded water control structures prevent the drainage of high tides and storm water runoff, resulting in impounded water on the marsh. The project features that were constructed include three, six foot light weight flap gates that allow water to exit the project area inside the project feature. The project features also include two, two foot by seven foot “fish gates” that allow marine organisms to move in and out of the project area.
DNR Undersecretary Harper Honored as Elite in IT Management by IDG's Computerworld
Baton Rouge - The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that Robert D. Harper has been recognized by IDG’s Computerworld, the “Voice of IT Management,” as one of the business world’s Premier 100 IT Leaders.
December Lease Sale Results Announced by Mineral Board
The State Mineral Board conducted its monthly Lease Sale on Dec. 8, 2004, at 10 a.m. in the Conservation and Mineral Resources Hearing Room located in the LaSalle Building in Baton Rouge.
The Effect of Hurricane Ivan on Oil and Gas Production in the Gulf of Mexico
Weather often increases demand for heating oil and natural gas during cold winter months and can seriously affect demand for electricity during the summer cooling season. Weather also has distinct short term effects on the energy supply.
BusinessWeek Shines Light on “Eco-Cultural” Tourism in America’s WETLAND
New Orleans, LA. - When BusinessWeek’s December 13th issue hits newsstands today, it will expose millions of readers to a new brand of experiential travel and adventure called "eco-cultural" tourism.
State Mineral Board reports November lease sale data
The State Mineral Board conducted its monthly Lease Sale on Nov.10, 2004, at 10 a.m. in the Conservation and Mineral Resources Hearing Room of the LaSalle Office Building in Baton Rouge.
Final LCA Ecosystem Restoration Study Available for Public Review and Comment
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has released for review and comment its final report and programmatic environmental impact statement on the Louisiana Coastal Area (LCA) Ecosystem Restoration Study.
DNR Ground Water Resources to hold meeting on Nov. 8th
Louisiana Ground Water Resources Commission’s Quarterly Meeting
September 2004 Lease Sale Announced by Mineral Board
The State Mineral Board conducted its monthly Lease Sale on September 8, 2004, at 10 a.m. in the Conservation and Mineral Resources Hearing Room located in the LaSalle Office Building in Baton Rouge.