Louisiana Governor: Renewable Energy Initiative for Gulf Of Mexico

How did the Lousiana Governor start this process? By creating the Climate Initiatives Task Force 

What is the goal of the Renewable Energy Initiative for the Gulf? To harness the renewable (wind) power in the Gulf

Does Louisiana have federal partners? Yes, U.S. Bureau of Ocean Energy Management to help us establish a task force of federal, state and local officials

Is this long term industry movement? Yes, Louisiana energy companies have been engaged in a wind program off the coast of Rhode Island

The U.S. Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory says one, single 600-megawatt, off shore wind facility will:

• create 4,400 jobs during construction
• produce $445 million in economic output during construction

KATC 3 | Gov. Edwards Announces Renewable Energy Initiative for Gulf of Mexico