Louisiana's $3bn coastal restoration project, Mid-Barataria Sediment Diversion, faces opposition due to environmental and livelihood concerns amidst a study on its economic benefits.

Louisiana's $3bn coastal restoration project faces pushback as proponents release a study on its expected economic benefits, which include 3,095 average jobs during construction across five parishes. The Mid-Barataria Sediment Diversion project broke ground last year but was halted due to legal disputes, with opponents fearing the environment and livelihoods will be severely affected.

July 24, 2024
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