Utilities & Permitting

Robust infrastructure.
Transparent process.

From energy to telecommunications, Mississippi offers the ready infrastructure you need to get your business up and running faster. When it comes to permitting, our personal attention and streamlined processes better help you navigate and comply with regulations.

Electricity, Oil & Propane

Mississippi’s network of energy suppliers fuel business growth. Electrical utilities range from the federal Tennessee Valley authority to local co-operatives and independent operators. Three crude oil refineries offer a robust network for Mississippi companies. Major natural gas pipelines also provide easy access.

Water & Wastewater

Mississippi’s nearly three million residents are supplied clean drinking water by more than 1,000 public water systems which also ensures abundant local freshwater for business. Additionally, all wastewater permitting activities are handled by the one-stop Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.

Telecommunications & Broadband

Mississippi is one of the nation’s major crossroads for fiber internet. With more than 300,000 miles of fiber optics throughout the state, high-speed connectivity knows no limits. Data and telecommunications have become a major industry, with nearly 20,000 Mississippians at your service.

One-Stop Permitting

Mississippi companies enjoy a streamlined process of permit approvals, thanks to most state environmental regulations adhering to federal regulations. Regulation guidance and permits are issued by a singular state authority — the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.