Louisiana already has a liquid natural gas production and export megaproject under construction, with several more in different preconstruction phases.
The state has also seen the groundbreaking of two data center megaprojects in 2025.
The combination of energy and data center projects creates a large-scale investment environment for construction firms.
Louisiana has emerged as a key player in US natural gas production, creating potential opportunities for construction professionals across the industry.
The state’s dominance in liquid natural gas (LNG) exports, paired with the emergence of energy-intensive data center projects, generates a strong potential construction project pipeline.
Louisiana leads the nation in LNG exports, accounting for 61% of Total US shipments, according to The Center Square. The state’s prominence stems from investment in LNG infrastructure, like a $10 billion production and export facility currently under construction in Sulphur, and its easy access to shipping lanes on the Gulf.
Three additional LNG facilities worth close to a combined $25 billion are in various stages of preconstruction, according to ConstructConnect Project Intelligence (CCPI).
Natural gas’s role in the state’s energy landscape is notable. According to the US Energy Information Administration, natural gas accounted for 73.5% of Louisiana’s total utility-scale electricity generation in July 2025.
The already impressive scale of production and planned expansion of LNG production facilities provide an attractive location option for energy-intensive operations.
The state’s energy production seems to have captured the attention of data center developers seeking reliable, large-scale power sources. Louisiana’s first two data center megaprojects broke ground this year: a $10 billion Meta facility in Jefferson Parish and a $2.5 billion Hut 8 AI data center, according to data from ConstructConnect Project Intelligence (CCPI).
The Meta facility alone is projected to consume around 2,600 MW of power, according to 2024 documents from the Midcontinent Independent System Operator. To support this demand, three proposed natural gas-powered generators will provide 2,250 MW of electricity, according to data from Entergy Louisiana.
Data centers can take advantage of this by sourcing natural gas directly from Louisiana’s growing LNG capacity. This could reduce power sourcing costs and ensure a reliable source of fuel for generators on data center sites.
The concentration of megaprojects presents both opportunities and drawbacks for construction professionals. Several multi-billion-dollar projects are working their way through preconstruction in Louisiana, indicating potential for a strong construction pipeline extending out several years.
On the other hand, the scale of these projects means that significant construction spending will be concentrated in specific geographic areas. Firms positioned to handle these sorts of large-scale projects potentially stand to benefit the most from this pattern.
Stay connected with ConstructConnect News, your source for construction economy insights, market trends, and project news.
At ConstructConnect, our software solutions provide the information that construction professionals need to start every project on a solid foundation. For more than 100 years, our keen insights and market intelligence have empowered commercial firms, building product manufacturers, trade contractors, and architects to make data-driven decisions, streamline preconstruction workflows, and maximize their productivity. Our newest offerings—including our comprehensive, AI-assisted software—help our clients find, bid on, and win more projects.
ConstructConnect operates as a business unit of Roper Technologies (Nasdaq: ROP), a constituent of the Nasdaq 100, S&P 500, and Fortune 1000.
For more information, visit constructconnect.com