M. Jason Lanclos, P.E. (Jason) has worked at Louisiana Economic Development (LED) since August of 2024.  Prior to joining LED, Mr. Lanclos was the Energy Director for the Louisiana Department of Energy and Natural Resources (DENR), serving in this role since 2018 as a key energy advisor to the Governor’s office.  He also served in an appointed position under two administrations at the Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority (CPRA).  

Recognizing the need and importance of energy and lead development, DENR and LED implemented a vision to create a hybrid role that works across LDENR and LED.  Mr. Lanclos now serves LED and DENR as the Director of State Energy Development and Planning.  

Mr. Lanclos is leading the state’s energy implementation and development efforts on hydrogen, CCUS and nuclear energy in conjunction with the Governor’s Office.   Mr. Lanclos serves as a Federal Appointee on the Offshore CCUS permitting task force and also serves as a board member on the Governor’s task force for funding of Deepwater Ports in Louisiana.  Mr. Lanclos is also on the board of the LSU Center for Energy Studies.  Mr. Lanclos has worked on and managed a variety of projects/programs in the energy sector during his time in private industry and managed one of the largest ecosystem restoration efforts for the State of Louisiana while at CPRA.  He holds a degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering from Louisiana State University and is a licensed Professional Engineer.