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Securing Louisiana’s Energy Future.
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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
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
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
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...
October 2, 2025 at 7:02 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
October 2, 2025 at 2:03 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
October 1, 2025 at 7:04 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
October 1, 2025 at 2:04 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
September 30, 2025 at 2:03 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
September 29, 2025 at 7:02 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
September 29, 2025 at 2:02 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
June 26, 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
May 29, 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...
May 22, 2025 at 9:02 PM
📢 Webinar: May 22 @ 10 AM CST

@lsulawcenter.bsky.social Prof. Keith Hall presents his IEI-funded research on carbon sequestration fee structures, which focuses on how landowners and governments can benefit from CCS.

🔗 Register: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

#CCS #CleanEnergy #LSU #EnergyLaw
May 14, 2025 at 3:58 PM
Big energy ideas, real collaboration. Last month, LSU IEI hosted researchers and industry leaders to tackle everything from clean fuels to carbon capture.

We also dug into how local engagement and community trust drive real impact.

This is what the future of energy looks like.
May 8, 2025 at 6:28 PM
🌞 Happening Thursday at 10AM CT: Join @lsu-iei.bsky.social for a live webinar with Dr. Arup Bhattacharya + Brad Ives on solar innovation, resilience & community impact in LA.

🔗 Register now: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

@lsu.bsky.social + @lsuscience.bsky.social + @lsuengineering.bsky.social
April 22, 2025 at 3:44 PM
☀️ How can solar power reshape Louisiana’s energy future? Join @lsu.bsky.social's Institute for Energy Innovation for a webinar with Dr. Arup Bhattacharya + @bradives.bsky.social on Solar Havens, resilience, & community design.

Drop your Qs + register here: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
April 14, 2025 at 6:42 PM
Leadership. Innovation. Bold ideas. Dr. Tom Morris delivered a high-energy message during our March 20 webinar, emphasizing the importance of ethical leadership and meaningful partnerships in building the future of energy.

Watch the replay here: buff.ly/QNWvnFx
April 10, 2025 at 9:01 PM
LSU USES INNOVATIVE SHELTERS TO SHOWCASE THE EFFECTIVENESS OF URBAN SOLAR APPLICATIONS

LSU researchers are testing new solar shelters that generate and store clean energy. Designed by Spotlight Solar and supported by BASF, they showcase smart, urban solar applications.

Subscribe: buff.ly/uSBkzpE
April 9, 2025 at 3:30 PM
At #AIinAction, IEI’s Brad Ives led a discussion on AI-driven productivity & safety with experts from Dow Inc., LSU Engineering & Martin Sustainable Resources.

As AI adoption grows, so do the opportunities for a more efficient, safer, and innovative future
🔗 buff.ly/59FVKgg

#AI #EnergyInnovation
March 26, 2025 at 3:30 PM
🚀 Big ideas. Real impact.

The LSU Institute for Energy Innovation just dropped its 2024 Annual Report—and it’s packed with insights on clean energy progress, new research, and what’s next for Louisiana’s energy future.

Read it here: buff.ly/4Vy98Zj

#CleanEnergy #EnergyInnovation #LSUIEI
March 6, 2025 at 7:49 PM
🔬 Join us Feb 11 at 10 AM CT for an IEI webinar with Dr. Mehdi Zeidouni on CO₂ storage! Learn about CO₂ dissolution estimation, temperature data for monitoring, and heat mapping for leakage detection.

📍 Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/8117382568120/WN_1cv8ZYJ8TD2oJiO-ycusfw
January 30, 2025 at 10:00 PM