BATON ROUGE – A Houston-based fuel company is evaluating West Baton Rouge as a locale for an $800 million facility that would be used for the manufacture and distribution of renewable gasoline and green hydrogen.
Arbor Renewable Gas LLC was founded in 2019 and focuses on manufacturing gasoline from wood waste sourced from Louisiana and Mississippi. Using wood chippings resulting from routine forest management, Arbor Gas says the manufacturing plant would be able to produce up to 2,000 barrels of renewable gas at full capacity, as well as create over 800 jobs in construction while the campus is being built. These types of facilities also require regular Industrial Cleaning services to keep them well-maintained.
“Arbor Gas’ planned renewable gasoline production facility in West Baton Rouge Parish is further evidence that our all-of-the-above approach to energy is attracting the right kind of investment to Louisiana,” Gov. John Bel Edwards said in Arbor Gas’ recent news release.
“The company’s commitment to a lower-carbon future aligns with Louisiana’s commitment to Net Zero emissions by 2050. Incorporating Louisiana agribusiness byproducts into its energy production process broadens this project’s potential economic impact to a number of rural communities. We welcome this forward-thinking energy company to Louisiana and look forward to seeing the project progress.”
Arbor Renewable Gas LLC’s proposed facility would not only strengthen Louisiana’s position as a hub for sustainable energy innovation but also provide significant economic benefits to surrounding communities. By sourcing raw materials locally, the project supports regional forestry industries and promotes responsible land management practices. The integration of renewable gasoline and green hydrogen production represents a major step toward reducing dependence on traditional fossil fuels while creating new employment opportunities in both manufacturing and logistics.
In addition to its environmental and economic advantages, the facility is expected to stimulate demand for a wide range of support services. From transportation and equipment maintenance to specialized environmental monitoring, numerous Louisiana-based contractors stand to benefit from the project’s operations. The site will also require regular facility upkeep and sanitation to maintain compliance with safety and environmental standards — a need that can be met through professional janitorial services experienced in industrial and high-volume environments.
If approved, the construction of the plant could begin within the next two years, pending final environmental reviews and local permitting. Once operational, the facility would contribute significantly to Louisiana’s growing renewable energy sector, positioning West Baton Rouge as a key player in the Gulf Coast’s clean fuel transition. As the project moves forward, state officials and community leaders are optimistic that it will serve as a model for future investments in sustainable, carbon-reducing technologies across the region.
