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Louisiana's New Law Declares Natural Gas "Green Energy"

7/12/2025

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Louisiana has taken a bold step by classifying natural gas as "green energy" under a new law signed by Governor Jeff Landry. This controversial move, driven by the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC), sparks fears of greenwashing and raises questions about the true environmental consequences of relying on natural gas, even as it remains a key player in the state's energy landscape.

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Louisiana has taken a bold step by classifying natural gas as "green energy" under a new law signed by Governor Jeff Landry. This controversial move, driven by the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC), sparks fears of greenwashing and raises questions about the true environmental consequences of relying on natural gas, even as it remains a key player in the state's energy landscape.