BATON ROUGE, La. — Governor Jeff Landry on Thursday introduced the Whole-of-Louisiana Energy Strategy, a comprehensive plan to align state agencies, local partners, regulators, and private industry behind a shared framework for expanding energy production, attracting investment, and reinforcing Louisiana’s position as a national and global energy leader.
The strategy identifies eight statewide priorities that emphasize investment readiness, regulatory coordination, and regional collaboration. Those include expanding Louisiana’s industrial base, strengthening energy innovation, and establishing the state as the nation’s leading hub for industrial power. The plan also introduces Regional Opportunity Frameworks that connect local assets and infrastructure to global market demand.
“Energy has always shaped Louisiana’s economy, and under President Trump’s leadership, it is once again driving America’s future,” Landry said in a statement. “This strategy brings clarity and coordination to the assets that make our state exceptional, while reinforcing our shared commitment to American global energy dominance and long-term opportunity for our citizens.”
Louisiana Economic Development Secretary Susan Bourgeois said the plan builds on record investment and job creation results achieved under Landry’s administration. “This strategy builds directly on that momentum by aligning regional strengths within a clear, statewide framework for energy investment, innovation, and high-wage job creation,” Bourgeois said.
The framework details Louisiana’s industrial and natural advantages, including 15 oil refineries capable of processing three million barrels of crude oil per day, 50,000 miles of pipelines, and five of the nation’s top 15 cargo ports. The Haynesville Shale alone holds an estimated 175 trillion cubic feet of recoverable natural gas.
Department of Conservation and Energy Secretary Dustin Davidson said the strategy provides clearer permitting guidance and predictability for energy companies investing in the state. “By safeguarding the resources and communities that make growth possible, we are strengthening Louisiana’s energy leadership and future while protecting our shared environment,” Davidson said.
The plan is supported by existing initiatives including the Louisiana Lightning Speed Executive Order, which accelerates project permitting, and interagency agreements between Louisiana Economic Development and the Department of Conservation and Energy aimed at coordinating state energy planning.
According to the 2026 report, the Whole-of-Louisiana Energy Strategy seeks to capitalize on a record $61 billion in new investments announced in 2025, including projects by Meta, Woodside Energy, Hyundai Steel, and Venture Global LNG.
The complete strategy is available below.