Gov. John Bel Edwards assured attendees at an international climate change conference this week that no matter who replaces him in the governor's mansion in two years, Louisiana's commitment to clean energy investments won't change.
A federal judge in Washington, D.C., has thrown out a lawsuit challenging the wetlands permit for the $9.4 billion Formosa Plastics complex proposed in St. James Parish.
The “one-two punch” of hurricanes has created a heightened sense of alarm along the Gulf Coast. Officials warned residents they might have to shelter in place for as long as 72 hours.
The state is one of four to pass bills amidst the pandemic imposing harsh penalties for trespassing on oil pipelines or other “critical infrastructure.”
Plastics factory will not only contribute to pollution in heavily polluted Louisiana town, but will also be a significant source of greenhouse gas emissions.
