Coalition Seeks to Support Louisiana’s Energy Industry

Supporters of Louisiana’s oil and gas economy recently launched Louisianians for Energy, a grass-roots effort to defend the state’s energy industry and the broad array of economic benefits it creates for local community members.

Louisianians for Energy’s initial members include the Louisiana Propane Gas Association (LPGA) and more than 2300 online supporters.

Louisianians for Energy will advocate for investment in the state’s oil and gas resources. The coalition explains that Louisiana’s energy industry requires timely investments in its infrastructure in order to continue operating safely and efficiently. Further, energy has long been a pillar of the state’s economy, providing good-paying jobs, generating millions of dollars in revenue for local economies, and producing the energy resources that consumers across the country rely on each and every day. The energy industry provides employment for more than 100,000 Louisianians, according to the Department of Energy’s Energy and Employment Report.

“The propane industry in our state relies on continued support for the energy industry to succeed, and we’re thrilled that Louisianians are showing their support,” said Randy Hayden, LPGA executive director. “Louisianians for Energy represents an important voice in our state. In Louisiana, fostering a climate for economic growth starts with the energy industry—from the transportation of oil and gas to refining operations along the Gulf Coast, oil and gas operations are a catalyst for economic activity in the state.”

In coming weeks, Louisianians for Energy will announce the addition of new members. More information is available online at http://louisianiansforenergy. org/, on Twitter at @LAforEnergy, and on Facebook at facebook.com/LAforEnergy.