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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.
September mineral lease sale results in $1.1 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.
ULL graduate completes thesis with help from Secretary Harper

Louisiana coastal restoration efforts and media exposure –does it influence policy-making and funding efforts? While that sounds like a mouthful - it was not at all intimidating for a young, scholarly, and motivated University of Louisiana at Lafayette graduate student, Michael Spears, pursuing a Master of Science degree.
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