Louisiana – The Governors’ Coalition for Energy Security (GCES) grew to 14 member governments following the addition of Gov. Kelly Ayotte of New Hampshire, Gov. Larry Rhoden of South Dakota, and Premier Doug Ford of Ontario, Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry announced.
The coalition, created in September by Gov. Landry and former New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu, was established to address rising energy costs and support policies aimed at improving affordability and reliability for residents across the United States and Canada.
Gov. Landry said the new members bring experience and fresh perspectives that will help advance the coalition’s efforts. He noted that Premier Ford’s participation highlights the importance of cross-border cooperation in energy policy.
Gov. Ayotte stated that New Hampshire is working to lower energy costs and increase reliability, and said joining GCES will support ongoing discussions about new technologies and statewide affordability. Gov. Rhoden emphasized his commitment to an all-of-the-above energy strategy and said the coalition will help promote policies that protect consumer choice and strengthen the economy. Premier Ford expressed support for building a more secure North American energy network and highlighted Ontario’s role in supplying critical minerals and energy expertise.
With the three new additions, GCES now includes Gov. Landry and ten other governors: Kay Ivey of Alabama, Brian Kemp of Georgia, Bill Lee of Tennessee, Mark Gordon of Wyoming, Sarah Huckabee Sanders of Arkansas, Tate Reeves of Mississippi, Kevin Stitt of Oklahoma, and Glenn Youngkin of Virginia, along with Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe.