Mississippi Forestry, Energy and Chemical Industries
Energy refined. Industries ignited.
Mississippi’s unparalleled access to water and timber makes it the perfect location for businesses in the forest, energy and chemicals industries. The forestry industry created an estimated 1,619 jobs and over $2.96 billion in income in 2018. Additionally, coal and biomass are readily available, and the state has more than 13,000 miles of interstate pipeline transporting an abundance of crude oil, natural gas and refined petroleum products.
An intermodal transportation system composed of rail, port, air and interstate makes domestic shipping and global exporting a seamless experience for over 40 Mississippi companies. In the Magnolia State, businesses have the resources and infrastructure to remain competitive in today’s dynamic economy.
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Forestry, energy and chemical companies in Mississippi
Learn about the forestry, energy and chemical companies that have significantly benefited Mississippi’s economy.
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- Renewable energy
Tapping in – not tapping out
Initiatives like the Gulf Coast Research Laboratory at the University of Southern Mississippi look at sustainable coastal and marine resources, development of new marine technologies and help to educate future scientists and citizens, while the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality assists businesses as they navigate the permit and compliance processes.
Innovative solutions powering the future
In 2020, the state received a $122,070 award from the EPA to reduce costs and the use of water, energy and other natural resources. MDA also has created the Mississippi Industrial Energy Efficiency Program (MIEEP) through State Energy Program funds from the U.S. Department of Energy.
The Mississippi Energy Institute advises and provides insights into innovative natural energy solutions while Get on the Grid — a partner to the Mississippi Department of Education — helps fuel the energy sector with highly trained professionals.
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Featured Media
Hood Industries building plywood facility in Beaumont
Hood Industries creating 265 direct jobs Company investing over $200 million Jackson, Miss. (May 4, 2023) – Hood Industries announced […]
Mississippi Development Authority accepting applications for Industrial Energy Efficiency Grants
Jackson, Miss. (Oct. 6, 2021) – The Mississippi Development Authority is accepting grant applications for the 2021 Mississippi Industrial Energy Efficiency Program, which […]
Kohler Power increasing manufacturing capacity in Hattiesburg
Jackson, Mississippi – May 18, 2021 – Kohler Power, manufacturer of engines, generators and uninterruptible power supplies, is expanding its […]
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