Louisiana Spotlight: Carbon Crossroads

04.25.2025
False Solutions
Consumer Protection
Bills & Economics
Environmental Justice
Climate Change

Louisiana Spotlight examines the controversial carbon capture initiatives spreading across the state, exploring the complex interplay between industrial interests, environmental justice, and climate policy.

The program investigates the science, economics, and community impacts shaping Louisiana’s carbon future. Hosted by LPB’s Karen LeBlanc, co-anchor of Louisiana: The State We’re In, we talk one-on-one with Dr. Greg Upton, Executive Director at LSU Center for Energy Studies.

Also helping explore the topic will be panels that include:

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