Economic Development

Business expansions, relocations, incentives, and investment fueling economic growth across the Baton Rouge area.

This industry is driving US job growth

Operators of hotels, bars and restaurants—hit hard as the COVID-19 pandemic took hold—are now among the country’s fastest-growing employers,

Gov. Edwards aims to boost the state’s business ties with Japan, S. Korea on trip  

Gov. John Bel Edwards is in Asia this week working to cultivate business development.  Edwards...

Former DOTD secretary Shawn Wilson enters governor’s race 

Former transportation secretary Shawn Wilson is officially joining the race to replace term-limited Gov. John Bel Edwards.

Enrollment in Capital Region trade programs dips as need grows

Enrollment for welding programs and other in-demand trades has fallen in Louisiana over the last five years even as demand for skilled workers for the industrial sector grows. 

What’s keeping renewables from gaining a larger share in the state’s energy mix? 

Louisiana gets about 4% of its energy from renewable sources, compared to 20% for the nation as a whole.

Three talking points from Louisiana gubernatorial candidates’ forum

At this early stage in the governor’s race, the four announced Republican gubernatorial candidates...
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Entergy looks to add 224 megawatts of solar power to its generation mix

Entergy Louisiana wants to add about 224 megawatts of solar power resources to its generation mix, most of which would be produced in Iberville Parish. 

Census report reveals Louisiana companies’ take on business climate

Business in Louisiana is mostly steady or above average heading into spring. 

Effort needed to make Louisiana more competitive, says LABI panel

The state’s business community need to be more specific and intentional in its efforts to become more competitive. 

Private equity firm acquires JM Test Systems

Chicago private equity investor Kanbrick LLC has acquired Baton Rouge-based JM Test Systems Inc., the firm announced Tuesday.
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