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Area Development - Site Selection, Facility Planning and Workforce Development

Green Fuels Plans Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Operations

05/28/2025
Green Fuels Operating PC, a developer and operator of facilities that produce low-carbon and sustainable fuels, plans to establish operations in Acadia Parish, Louisiana. The $110 million project is expected to create 60 jobs.

The investment will include the transformation and upgrade of the Evangeline Processing Facility and the development of a 20,000 barrel-per-day refining unit dedicated to producing marine-grade diesel and bunker fuel. Construction is scheduled for completion in May 2026.

“America’s energy independence requires more than just drilling — it demands that we refine our own oil here at home rather than shipping it overseas only to buy back finished fuels at premium prices,” GFO CEO Derek Williamson said. “Our revolutionary NZET refining technology solves the 150-year-old problem of refinery emissions, enabling us to build clean refineries in the communities where oil is produced, creating local jobs and energy security.”

To support the project Louisiana Economic Development (LED) offered an incentive package, and invited the company to participate in the state’s Industrial Tax Exemption and Quality Jobs programs, including the workforce development solutions of LED FastStart.

“Under Louisiana’s ‘all of the above’ energy strategy, it is critical that we keep pace with the changing needs of the industry, including reopening and reenergizing legacy operations like Canal Companies with technology-driven strategies,” noted LED Secretary Susan B. Bourgeois. “GFO’s innovative NZET technology does just that, and their decision to modernize this historic facility shows that Louisiana is positioned to win, diversifying our thriving energy sector and keeping us a leader in U.S. energy production.”

Green Fuels Operating’s patented NZET system revolutionizes oil refining with its odor-free clean refining technologies. The company’s facilities produce locally-needed supplies of sustainable fuels, including diesel, jet fuel, sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), marine-grade bunker fuels, road and roof asphalt binders, positioning it as a leader in low-carbon energy production.

“We’re thrilled to see this significant investment coming to Acadia Parish, revitalizing a historic facility while bringing next-generation energy technology to our region,” added One Acadiana President and CEO Troy Wayman. “GFO’s investment is a perfect example of how Acadiana’s energy legacy and future are deeply connected. This project strengthens our local workforce, supports regional producers, and demonstrates how innovation and legacy can work together to drive real economic impact for Acadiana.”

“Green Fuels Operating’s $110 million investment is a game-changer for Acadia Parish,” said Acadia Parish Chamber of Commerce & Economic Development President & CEO Elizabeth I. Miller. “This project brings together innovation, sustainability, and economic opportunity in a way that honors our energy legacy while forging a bold path forward. We’re proud to see this kind of forward-thinking development choosing Acadia Parish — creating quality jobs, revitalizing a historic asset, and reinforcing our position as a hub for cutting-edge energy solutions.”

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