Louisiana is celebrating the organizations around the state working proactively toward a more sustainable and resilient coast. Gov. John Bel Edwards officially proclaimed April 24th – April 28th as Coastal Industry Week for the state.

“I am proud to proclaim Coastal Industry Week in Louisiana to bring well-deserved attention to the significant efforts being made to create jobs that will lead to solutions to help protect the rich history, culture, diverse ecosystems and valuable natural resources of our vast coast,” said Governor Edwards .