Thousands of Opportunities
More than 51,500 new direct and indirect jobs will be created from the economic development wins we have announced since taking office in 2008, along with more than $12.6 billion in capital investment in our state. These figures represent thousands of opportunities for generations of Louisianians - Louisianians who will not have to leave our state to secure a great education or find a rewarding career.
Governor Jindal Highlights G2X Energy Plans for $1.3 Billion Natural Gas-to-Gasoline Facility in Southwest Louisiana
Today, Governor Bobby Jindal praised G2X Energy Inc.’s plans for a $1.3 billion natural gas-to-gasoline facility at The Port of Lake Charles in Southwest Louisiana. The Calcasieu Parish project would create 243 new direct jobs, averaging $66,500 per year plus benefits. LED estimates the project would also result in 748 new indirect jobs, for a total of nearly 1,000 new permanent jobs in Southwest Louisiana.