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FG LA LLC, a member of Formosa Plastics Group, received its final Title V operating permits recently from Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality. This marks the receipt of all environmental permits needed for FG to begin construction of its world-scale ethylene complex in St. James Parish. The $9.4 billion investment is expected to create 1,200 new direct jobs with an average salary of $84,500 plus benefits and a peak construction workforce of more than 8,000 people.
“FG is pleased to have completed the rigorous environmental permitting process,” said Janile Parks, director of community and government relations for FG LA LLC. “Our team has worked diligently to design a facility that meets state and federal standards that protect the health and safety of our employees, community and the environment.”

Parks said FG has been actively involved in the community since the project was announced. Community outreach has included holding an open house, sponsoring local park improvements, supporting local education and providing food boxes to students and senior citizens.
“We will continue to invest in and address real needs in St. James through projects and initiatives developed with feedback from people who live and work in the local area,” Parks said.
FG’s Think Local policy is the company’s commitment to hire locally and use local businesses as much as possible during construction and operations. In addition to hiring qualified local residents and businesses, FG is coordinating with local leaders to prepare the workforce for future job opportunities with The Sunshine Project through creation of the FG Workforce Academy. The Academy will connect residents with resources to help them obtain the training, skills or education needed to work with the project.
FG has already invested in the students of St. James’ District 5 in many ways, including providing educational field trips, hosting in-service training sessions for teachers and funding a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics) education grant that will enhance educational opportunities for approximately 750 students.
The Sunshine Project will have a significant economic impact at the state and local level. According to a study conducted by LSU economist Dr. Jim Richardson, the project will generate about $362 million in taxes for state and local governments during construction, with nearly $207 million being collected in the St. James area. During operations, the project is expected to generate $33 million annually in state and local taxes.
Please visit sunshineprojectla.com for project updates, job information and other important project-related details.

FG LA LLC is a Taiwanese privately held company, which is a member of Formosa Plastics Group. The Group manufactures a variety of products including food packaging, automotive industry, sports equipment, clothing, healthcare and technology.