As Louisiana prepares for massive energy demands from new data centers near Monroe and St. Francisville, Devin Hartman of the R Street Institute joins the show to break down the challenges ahead. Hartman explains how competitive energy markets—like Texas’s—can help manage costs and improve efficiency, while Louisiana’s monopoly model risks passing infrastructure costs onto consumers. He discusses the importance of grid resilience, especially in storm-prone areas, and the need for smarter regulation and cost-benefit analysis. With AI and industrial growth accelerating, this episode explores how Louisiana can modernize its energy strategy without leaving residents to foot the bill.

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