Analyze diverse subjects and issue areas dealing with the technology of petroleum refining, natural gas processing, drilling activities, oil and gas production, compressed natural gas vehicle fuel, electric power generation, electrical cogeneration, alternative fuels, petrochemicals, and hydrocarbon fuel and feedstock use. Investigate critical policy issues for the Secretary of Natural Resources. These include issues that require short turnaround and have not been adressed before, as well as extensive longer term projects of a technical engineering or economics nature. Develop and distribute technical information and reports for key decision makers and public. Publish data on Louisiana energy development and production.
Issue reports on cogeneration, refining, and other energy topics of specific interest to Louisiana.