Terms of Use & Disclaimer
Effective Date: October 2025
Terms and Conditions
Welcome to the Louisiana Energy and Economic Data (LEED) Portal. By accessing and using this portal, you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provisions of this agreement.
Legislative Authority
This portal was developed pursuant to Louisiana Revised Statute 36:358, as amended by Act 727 of the 2024 Regular Legislative Session, which directs the Louisiana Office of Energy to work in cooperation with the LSU Center for Energy Studies to create and carry out a central, comprehensive, and unified energy data and information program for public use.
Permitted Uses
You are granted permission to access and use the materials and datasets on this portal for:
- Research and academic purposes
- Policy analysis and development
- Educational purposes
- Commercial analysis and reporting
- Personal, non-commercial use
You may download, reproduce, and distribute datasets and materials from this portal with proper attribution.
Data Attribution Requirements
When using data from this portal, you must:
- Cite the Louisiana Energy and Economic Data (LEED) Portal as the source
- Acknowledge the original data sources (EIA, DOI, BOEM, SONRIS, LDR, etc.) where applicable
- Include the date you accessed or downloaded the data
Recommended Citation:
Louisiana Energy and Economic Data (LEED) Portal. (2025). [Dataset Title]. LSU Center for Energy Studies. Retrieved [Date] from https://lsu-center-for-energy-studies.github.io/LEED
Restrictions
You may not:
- Modify or misrepresent data in a way that suggests official endorsement
- Use data for unlawful purposes
- Attempt to compromise the security or integrity of the portal
- Claim ownership of the datasets or portal content
Disclaimer
Accuracy of Information
While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, the LSU Center for Energy Studies does not warrant that the information contained herein is completely accurate, current, or error-free. The data presented is compiled from various authoritative federal and state sources and is provided for informational purposes only.
Data Sources and Responsibility
Datasets in this portal originate from authoritative sources including:
- U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA)
- U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI)
- Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM)
- Louisiana Department of Conservation and Energy (SONRIS)
- Louisiana Department of Revenue (LDR)
- U.S. Census Bureau
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (QCEW)
- Commercial data providers
The accuracy and completeness of data ultimately depend on these source agencies. The LSU Center for Energy Studies is not responsible for errors originating from source materials.
Data Revisions
Historical data may be revised by source agencies as new information becomes available. The portal reflects the most current data available at the time of access, but past values may differ from previously published figures due to source agency revisions.
No Warranties
The materials on the LEED Portal are provided on an "AS IS" basis. The LSU Center for Energy Studies, Louisiana State University, and the State of Louisiana make no warranties regarding accuracy, completeness, merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or timeliness of data.
Limitation of Liability
In no event shall the LSU Center for Energy Studies, Louisiana State University, the State of Louisiana, or their respective employees, agents, or suppliers be liable for any damages (including, without limitation, damages for loss of data, business interruption, or financial loss) arising out of the use or inability to use the materials on the LEED Portal, even if advised of the possibility of such damage.
User Responsibility
Users are responsible for:
- Independently verifying any critical information with original sources before making important decisions
- Understanding data limitations, caveats, and appropriate uses
- Determining whether data are suitable for their intended purpose
- Properly interpreting data within appropriate context
External Links and References
This portal may contain links to external websites that are not maintained by the LSU Center for Energy Studies. We do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of information on these external websites.
Contact Information
For questions regarding these terms or the disclaimer, please contact:
LSU Center for Energy Studies
Energy, Coast & Environment Building
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA 70803
Email: ces.support@lsu.edu
Phone: 225-578-4400
Last Updated: October 2025