LSU Energy Institute
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Securing Louisiana’s Energy Future.
Check out the Fall 2025 10/12 Industry Report!
Our Executive Director at the LSU Energy Institute, Gregory Upton, shares insights on trends shaping Louisiana’s energy markets, offering context for ongoing discussions about the state’s energy economy. @lsu-ces.bsky.social
Our Executive Director at the LSU Energy Institute, Gregory Upton, shares insights on trends shaping Louisiana’s energy markets, offering context for ongoing discussions about the state’s energy economy. @lsu-ces.bsky.social
November 14, 2025 at 2:56 PM
Check out the Fall 2025 10/12 Industry Report!
Our Executive Director at the LSU Energy Institute, Gregory Upton, shares insights on trends shaping Louisiana’s energy markets, offering context for ongoing discussions about the state’s energy economy. @lsu-ces.bsky.social
Our Executive Director at the LSU Energy Institute, Gregory Upton, shares insights on trends shaping Louisiana’s energy markets, offering context for ongoing discussions about the state’s energy economy. @lsu-ces.bsky.social
The #LSU Energy Institute welcomes Tyler Gray as our first Director of Energy Innovation! Formerly LA’s Secretary of Conservation & Energy, Tyler will help connect research, policy, and industry to drive impact for LA’s energy future. www.lsu.edu/blog/2025/11/tyler-gray-joins-energy-institute.php
November 3, 2025 at 9:10 PM
The #LSU Energy Institute welcomes Tyler Gray as our first Director of Energy Innovation! Formerly LA’s Secretary of Conservation & Energy, Tyler will help connect research, policy, and industry to drive impact for LA’s energy future. www.lsu.edu/blog/2025/11/tyler-gray-joins-energy-institute.php
This morning, Dr. Greg Upton and Dr. Anurag Mandalika are presenting research at the Clean Hydrogen Task Force meeting at the Louisiana State Capitol. “Blue Hydrogen and U.S. Tax Credit Policy: An Economic Assessment of 45Q and 45V Incentives Under a Changing Federal Policy.”
October 7, 2025 at 4:07 PM
This morning, Dr. Greg Upton and Dr. Anurag Mandalika are presenting research at the Clean Hydrogen Task Force meeting at the Louisiana State Capitol. “Blue Hydrogen and U.S. Tax Credit Policy: An Economic Assessment of 45Q and 45V Incentives Under a Changing Federal Policy.”
Today’s the day! The Louisiana Energy Research Symposium begins at 7:30 a.m. at LSU. There’s still time to register online now: buff.ly/vXRYI4r
October 3, 2025 at 10:30 AM
Today’s the day! The Louisiana Energy Research Symposium begins at 7:30 a.m. at LSU. There’s still time to register online now: buff.ly/vXRYI4r
Stephanie Malin, Public Affairs Manager at Dow Louisiana, will join us at the Louisiana Energy Research Symposium. She has developed strategies for Fortune 500 companies, research institutions, and nonprofits.
Register here: lsu.edu/ces/conferen...
Register here: lsu.edu/ces/conferen...
October 2, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Stephanie Malin, Public Affairs Manager at Dow Louisiana, will join us at the Louisiana Energy Research Symposium. She has developed strategies for Fortune 500 companies, research institutions, and nonprofits.
Register here: lsu.edu/ces/conferen...
Register here: lsu.edu/ces/conferen...
Louisiana House Speaker Phillip DeVillier will deliver his keynote remarks at #LERS2025. Don’t miss his perspective on Louisiana’s future. Register: buff.ly/vXRYI4r
October 2, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Louisiana House Speaker Phillip DeVillier will deliver his keynote remarks at #LERS2025. Don’t miss his perspective on Louisiana’s future. Register: buff.ly/vXRYI4r
Dr. Kimberly Gramm leads Tulane’s Innovation Institute and has helped launch 325+ startups, raising more than $470M in capital. Hear her perspective at the Louisiana Energy Research Symposium.
Register here: buff.ly/vXRYI4r
Register here: buff.ly/vXRYI4r
October 1, 2025 at 7:04 PM
Dr. Kimberly Gramm leads Tulane’s Innovation Institute and has helped launch 325+ startups, raising more than $470M in capital. Hear her perspective at the Louisiana Energy Research Symposium.
Register here: buff.ly/vXRYI4r
Register here: buff.ly/vXRYI4r
Jordan Losavio, Co-Founder & COO of Encore CO₂, will share how her team is transforming carbon emissions into valuable products at #LERS2025. Register: buff.ly/vXRYI4r
October 1, 2025 at 2:04 PM
Jordan Losavio, Co-Founder & COO of Encore CO₂, will share how her team is transforming carbon emissions into valuable products at #LERS2025. Register: buff.ly/vXRYI4r
Louisiana State Senator Bob Hensgens, Chair of the Senate Natural Resources Committee, will join us at the Louisiana Energy Research Symposium. Don’t miss the opportunity to hear his insights.
Register here: buff.ly/tf3kdsU
Register here: buff.ly/tf3kdsU
September 30, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Louisiana State Senator Bob Hensgens, Chair of the Senate Natural Resources Committee, will join us at the Louisiana Energy Research Symposium. Don’t miss the opportunity to hear his insights.
Register here: buff.ly/tf3kdsU
Register here: buff.ly/tf3kdsU
Paige Carter, Chief Business Development Officer at Louisiana Economic Development, will share her expertise in driving economic growth and prosperity across Louisiana at the Louisiana Energy Research Symposium.
Reserve your spot now: buff.ly/tf3kdsU
Reserve your spot now: buff.ly/tf3kdsU
September 29, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Paige Carter, Chief Business Development Officer at Louisiana Economic Development, will share her expertise in driving economic growth and prosperity across Louisiana at the Louisiana Energy Research Symposium.
Reserve your spot now: buff.ly/tf3kdsU
Reserve your spot now: buff.ly/tf3kdsU
We’re excited to welcome Dustin Davidson, Secretary at the Louisiana Department of Energy and Natural Resources, to the Louisiana Energy Research Symposium on October 3.
He will share insights on advancing Louisiana’s energy strategy and environmental stewardship.
Register now: buff.ly/tf3kdsU
He will share insights on advancing Louisiana’s energy strategy and environmental stewardship.
Register now: buff.ly/tf3kdsU
September 29, 2025 at 2:02 PM
We’re excited to welcome Dustin Davidson, Secretary at the Louisiana Department of Energy and Natural Resources, to the Louisiana Energy Research Symposium on October 3.
He will share insights on advancing Louisiana’s energy strategy and environmental stewardship.
Register now: buff.ly/tf3kdsU
He will share insights on advancing Louisiana’s energy strategy and environmental stewardship.
Register now: buff.ly/tf3kdsU
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⚡ LSU has launched the @lsu-energy.bsky.social Energy Institute — uniting research, policy, geology & innovation to fuel Louisiana’s energy future.
🔗Learn More: www.lsu.edu/blog/2025/09...
🔗Learn More: www.lsu.edu/blog/2025/09...
September 3, 2025 at 4:07 PM
⚡ LSU has launched the @lsu-energy.bsky.social Energy Institute — uniting research, policy, geology & innovation to fuel Louisiana’s energy future.
🔗Learn More: www.lsu.edu/blog/2025/09...
🔗Learn More: www.lsu.edu/blog/2025/09...
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Carbon capture in Louisiana is under debate. At an LSU conference, CES Executive Director Greg Upton joined leaders and researchers who emphasized robust public engagement. CCS is one of several options under study to reduce emissions and stay competitive. Read more: tinyurl.com/2n4nfad7
Opposition to Louisiana carbon capture has built. A top official is urging public outreach.
State and industry officials say the technology is safe and will help Louisiana companies remain competitive. Residents fear potential leaks and impacts to water sources.
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September 9, 2025 at 10:21 PM
Carbon capture in Louisiana is under debate. At an LSU conference, CES Executive Director Greg Upton joined leaders and researchers who emphasized robust public engagement. CCS is one of several options under study to reduce emissions and stay competitive. Read more: tinyurl.com/2n4nfad7
⚡ LSU has launched the @lsu-energy.bsky.social Energy Institute — uniting research, policy, geology & innovation to fuel Louisiana’s energy future.
🔗Learn More: www.lsu.edu/blog/2025/09...
🔗Learn More: www.lsu.edu/blog/2025/09...
September 3, 2025 at 4:08 PM
⚡ LSU has launched the @lsu-energy.bsky.social Energy Institute — uniting research, policy, geology & innovation to fuel Louisiana’s energy future.
🔗Learn More: www.lsu.edu/blog/2025/09...
🔗Learn More: www.lsu.edu/blog/2025/09...
The LSU Institute for Energy Innovation has just awarded nearly $1M in new research funding across five projects focused on energy storage, wind, CO₂ safety, biofuels, and public engagement.
🔗 Read the June issue: buff.ly/wCn45MT
🔗 Read the June issue: buff.ly/wCn45MT
June 26, 2025 at 9:02 PM
The LSU Institute for Energy Innovation has just awarded nearly $1M in new research funding across five projects focused on energy storage, wind, CO₂ safety, biofuels, and public engagement.
🔗 Read the June issue: buff.ly/wCn45MT
🔗 Read the June issue: buff.ly/wCn45MT
Plug Power has completed construction of its Louisiana hydrogen plant, supplying companies like Amazon and Walmart.
This move boosts Louisiana’s role in the clean energy economy and reflects larger industrial sustainability trends.
📖 Full story via Bloomberg:
This move boosts Louisiana’s role in the clean energy economy and reflects larger industrial sustainability trends.
📖 Full story via Bloomberg:
Hydrogen Maker Plug Power Shares Soar on $525 Million Debt Deal
Plug Power Inc. shares jumped the most in nearly a year after the hydrogen company announced a $525 million secured debt facility, said it doesn’t plan to raise more equity in 2025 and reported…
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June 19, 2025 at 9:02 PM
Plug Power has completed construction of its Louisiana hydrogen plant, supplying companies like Amazon and Walmart.
This move boosts Louisiana’s role in the clean energy economy and reflects larger industrial sustainability trends.
📖 Full story via Bloomberg:
This move boosts Louisiana’s role in the clean energy economy and reflects larger industrial sustainability trends.
📖 Full story via Bloomberg:
Louisiana leaders recently visited Denmark to study offshore wind.
The trip offered key insights into how the state could harness offshore wind for economic and environmental benefit—lessons from a global leader in clean energy.
📖 10/12 Industry Report has the full story:
The trip offered key insights into how the state could harness offshore wind for economic and environmental benefit—lessons from a global leader in clean energy.
📖 10/12 Industry Report has the full story:
Louisiana looks to Denmark for lessons on wind energy
Last week, a group of Louisiana leaders traveled to Denmark to get a firsthand look at how the country became a leader in wind energy.
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June 18, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Louisiana leaders recently visited Denmark to study offshore wind.
The trip offered key insights into how the state could harness offshore wind for economic and environmental benefit—lessons from a global leader in clean energy.
📖 10/12 Industry Report has the full story:
The trip offered key insights into how the state could harness offshore wind for economic and environmental benefit—lessons from a global leader in clean energy.
📖 10/12 Industry Report has the full story:
Join the Institute’s LIVE Research Awards Announcement on Tues, June 24 at 10:30 AM CT.
💡 Nearly $1M in funding
🧑🔬 Project spotlights
🎤 Q&A for media
📩 Can’t make it? We’ll send the replay.
🔗https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_p6AIoovpSa-RHYRCPZ49rw
💡 Nearly $1M in funding
🧑🔬 Project spotlights
🎤 Q&A for media
📩 Can’t make it? We’ll send the replay.
🔗https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_p6AIoovpSa-RHYRCPZ49rw
June 16, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Join the Institute’s LIVE Research Awards Announcement on Tues, June 24 at 10:30 AM CT.
💡 Nearly $1M in funding
🧑🔬 Project spotlights
🎤 Q&A for media
📩 Can’t make it? We’ll send the replay.
🔗https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_p6AIoovpSa-RHYRCPZ49rw
💡 Nearly $1M in funding
🧑🔬 Project spotlights
🎤 Q&A for media
📩 Can’t make it? We’ll send the replay.
🔗https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_p6AIoovpSa-RHYRCPZ49rw
Nuclear energy is back in the conversation—this time with real momentum.
Louisiana is exploring advanced nuclear to meet growing energy needs. From workforce training to utility plans, the state is laying the groundwork for zero-emission industrial power.
Cover story:
Louisiana is exploring advanced nuclear to meet growing energy needs. From workforce training to utility plans, the state is laying the groundwork for zero-emission industrial power.
Cover story:
Louisiana explores the promise—and reality—of 'advanced nuclear' as industrial energy needs soar
It’s not necessarily a new topic. The promise of what’s dubbed as “advanced nuclear” has been bandied about for well over a decade.
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June 12, 2025 at 9:02 PM
Nuclear energy is back in the conversation—this time with real momentum.
Louisiana is exploring advanced nuclear to meet growing energy needs. From workforce training to utility plans, the state is laying the groundwork for zero-emission industrial power.
Cover story:
Louisiana is exploring advanced nuclear to meet growing energy needs. From workforce training to utility plans, the state is laying the groundwork for zero-emission industrial power.
Cover story:
💥 New study: Energy = 25% of Louisiana’s economy.
Research led by Stephen Barnes reveals the energy sector supports:
🔹 15% of state employment
🔹 19% of total earnings
🔹 31% of local property tax revenue
📍Four “super regions” account for 90%+ of that impact.
📖 Full report: buff.ly/DDDBYPV
Research led by Stephen Barnes reveals the energy sector supports:
🔹 15% of state employment
🔹 19% of total earnings
🔹 31% of local property tax revenue
📍Four “super regions” account for 90%+ of that impact.
📖 Full report: buff.ly/DDDBYPV
June 11, 2025 at 3:31 PM
💥 New study: Energy = 25% of Louisiana’s economy.
Research led by Stephen Barnes reveals the energy sector supports:
🔹 15% of state employment
🔹 19% of total earnings
🔹 31% of local property tax revenue
📍Four “super regions” account for 90%+ of that impact.
📖 Full report: buff.ly/DDDBYPV
Research led by Stephen Barnes reveals the energy sector supports:
🔹 15% of state employment
🔹 19% of total earnings
🔹 31% of local property tax revenue
📍Four “super regions” account for 90%+ of that impact.
📖 Full report: buff.ly/DDDBYPV
Is geothermal energy ready to scale?
Startups are using hydraulic fracturing techniques to unlock more geothermal potential—turning “fracking” tech into a clean energy asset.
📖 Bloomberg explores how this could shift the energy landscape: www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
#Geothermal #EnergyTech
Startups are using hydraulic fracturing techniques to unlock more geothermal potential—turning “fracking” tech into a clean energy asset.
📖 Bloomberg explores how this could shift the energy landscape: www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
#Geothermal #EnergyTech
Geothermal’s Moment May Soon Be Here
On this episode of Primer from Bloomberg Originals, learn how technology behind the fossil fuel fracking boom is being used to develop clean energy.
www.bloomberg.com
June 5, 2025 at 9:02 PM
Is geothermal energy ready to scale?
Startups are using hydraulic fracturing techniques to unlock more geothermal potential—turning “fracking” tech into a clean energy asset.
📖 Bloomberg explores how this could shift the energy landscape: www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
#Geothermal #EnergyTech
Startups are using hydraulic fracturing techniques to unlock more geothermal potential—turning “fracking” tech into a clean energy asset.
📖 Bloomberg explores how this could shift the energy landscape: www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
#Geothermal #EnergyTech
🚨 Energy Awards incoming!
Louisiana is recognizing the boldest energy leaders, companies + innovations. Want to nominate someone (or yourself)? Open through June 30. Ceremony Nov 5 🏆
Nominate now: try.businessreport.com/energy-awards/
Louisiana is recognizing the boldest energy leaders, companies + innovations. Want to nominate someone (or yourself)? Open through June 30. Ceremony Nov 5 🏆
Nominate now: try.businessreport.com/energy-awards/
THE 2025LOUISIANA ENERGY AWARDS
THE 2025LOUISIANA ENERGY AWARDS
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June 4, 2025 at 3:33 PM
🚨 Energy Awards incoming!
Louisiana is recognizing the boldest energy leaders, companies + innovations. Want to nominate someone (or yourself)? Open through June 30. Ceremony Nov 5 🏆
Nominate now: try.businessreport.com/energy-awards/
Louisiana is recognizing the boldest energy leaders, companies + innovations. Want to nominate someone (or yourself)? Open through June 30. Ceremony Nov 5 🏆
Nominate now: try.businessreport.com/energy-awards/
☀️ New research spotlight!
Dr. Bhattacharya's new paper uses computational modeling to show how solar can hold up under serious weather.
🔗 Read more: buff.ly/fdB2TD7
#SolarEnergy #CleanEnergy #InfrastructureResilience #LouisianaInnovation
Dr. Bhattacharya's new paper uses computational modeling to show how solar can hold up under serious weather.
🔗 Read more: buff.ly/fdB2TD7
#SolarEnergy #CleanEnergy #InfrastructureResilience #LouisianaInnovation
May 29, 2025 at 9:02 PM
☀️ New research spotlight!
Dr. Bhattacharya's new paper uses computational modeling to show how solar can hold up under serious weather.
🔗 Read more: buff.ly/fdB2TD7
#SolarEnergy #CleanEnergy #InfrastructureResilience #LouisianaInnovation
Dr. Bhattacharya's new paper uses computational modeling to show how solar can hold up under serious weather.
🔗 Read more: buff.ly/fdB2TD7
#SolarEnergy #CleanEnergy #InfrastructureResilience #LouisianaInnovation
🚨 Teachers in LA: Get PAID to learn about energy this summer.
LSU’s Energy Fundamentals course =
🧠 Big energy knowledge
💵 $1K weekly stipend
📅 June & July spots
Open to all K-12 teachers. Sign up here →
LSU’s Energy Fundamentals course =
🧠 Big energy knowledge
💵 $1K weekly stipend
📅 June & July spots
Open to all K-12 teachers. Sign up here →
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May 28, 2025 at 3:31 PM
🚨 Teachers in LA: Get PAID to learn about energy this summer.
LSU’s Energy Fundamentals course =
🧠 Big energy knowledge
💵 $1K weekly stipend
📅 June & July spots
Open to all K-12 teachers. Sign up here →
LSU’s Energy Fundamentals course =
🧠 Big energy knowledge
💵 $1K weekly stipend
📅 June & July spots
Open to all K-12 teachers. Sign up here →
Brad Ives just dropped the mic:
“Carbon capture is the most important tech humanity is pursuing right now.”
His new note explains why he’s all in on CCS—and how LA’s demand + geology make it ground zero for clean energy action.
👉 Read the full letter: lsu-campaigns.omniupdate.com/t/d-DE1A10EB...
“Carbon capture is the most important tech humanity is pursuing right now.”
His new note explains why he’s all in on CCS—and how LA’s demand + geology make it ground zero for clean energy action.
👉 Read the full letter: lsu-campaigns.omniupdate.com/t/d-DE1A10EB...
May 22, 2025 at 9:02 PM
Brad Ives just dropped the mic:
“Carbon capture is the most important tech humanity is pursuing right now.”
His new note explains why he’s all in on CCS—and how LA’s demand + geology make it ground zero for clean energy action.
👉 Read the full letter: lsu-campaigns.omniupdate.com/t/d-DE1A10EB...
“Carbon capture is the most important tech humanity is pursuing right now.”
His new note explains why he’s all in on CCS—and how LA’s demand + geology make it ground zero for clean energy action.
👉 Read the full letter: lsu-campaigns.omniupdate.com/t/d-DE1A10EB...