Energy Innovation Compressed Natural Gas
The Haynesville Shale brought compressed natural gas (CNG) to the table as a viable alternative fuel. Many city and parish vehicles are being converted to run on CNG, which is more affordable, cleaner burning, and supports the Haynesville Shale. Other major employers planning to convert some of their fleet vehicles include Chesapeake Gas and Energy, Barksdale Air Force Base, and AT&T. In 2010, Bossier City opened new fueling stations, which will provide for those vehicles and, hopefully, encourage citizens to convert to this cleaner fuel.
Louisiana Economic Development is currently focused on Gas to Liquid conversion, which will make transporting CNG easier and more affordable; it is also researching other fuel alternatives. These changes are very exciting for our community.
