LAlumina
Coverage of LAlumina in the Nexus archive.
- Former LAlumina site moves into permanent closure phase under state oversight
Ascension Parish has completed its interim closure role at the former LAlumina site, transitioning the site to long-term closure under Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (LDEQ) oversight. The parish previously covered waste ponds with soil to suppress red dust complaints, and permanent remediation is expected to cost $13–18 million, funded partly by a trust fund and LAlumina.
- Permanent closure moves closer at LAlumina
The Ascension Parish Government has completed interim closure work at the former LAlumina site, transitioning it to long-term closure under Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (LDEQ) oversight. The effort aimed to mitigate red dust emissions from waste ponds near residential areas, with LAlumina set to implement a permanent plan.
- Roundup: Red dust reduced / ‘I voted’ sticker reveal / Apple Upgrade
Ascension Parish government ended its agreement with Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality and LAlumina to address red dust, Louisiana unveiled a new 2026 'I Voted' sticker designed by an artist, and Apple launched a device lease program with Klarna.
- Former LAlumina site moves toward full closure following red dust mitigation
The closure of the former LAlumina site in Ascension Parish moves closer as local and state officials have sought a permanent solution to the red dust that has concerned residents.