Carbon Capture Crossroads: Louisiana’s High-Stakes Pause

Gifford Briggs of the American Petroleum Institute joins the show to unpack Governor Landry’s controversial executive order placing a moratorium on new carbon capture projects in Louisiana. Briggs dives into the implications for the Gulf Coast’s energy future, the competitive pressure from neighboring states like Texas and Mississippi, and the economic ripple effects on jobs and investment. With no sunset clause in sight, Briggs warns of the message this sends to investors and the risk of losing leadership in the carbon capture space. It’s a candid, fast-paced conversation about policy, industry, and the race to stay ahead in energy innovation.