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The Alliance’s New Face: Renee Savant and the Politics Behind Louisiana’s CCS Fight

The debate over carbon capture and sequestration in Louisiana has never been simple. In “A Naked Gardener Leads Against Louisiana Energy Infrastructure” and “The Alliance’s Strategist Problem: From Spiritual Retreat to Statehouse Lobbying,” we examined how a self described spiritual guide and strategist helped shape opposition to major energy projects. Now, with the Louisiana CO2 Alliance elevating Renee Savant to president, that story enters a new phase.

From Strategist to President

On January 9, the Louisiana CO2 Alliance announced that Renee Savant would serve as its new president and described the group as a “nonpartisan, statewide clearinghouse for grassroots CCS efforts.”

That move formalizes what many observers already knew. Savant had long been described internally as the “woman behind the curtain,” serving as strategist, researcher, and messenger for the coalition. Now she is not simply advising the movement against carbon capture projects. She is its public face.

The question for lawmakers and voters is whether that face aligns with the Alliance’s claim of nonpartisanship.

A Record at Odds with “Nonpartisan”

Public records and past statements paint a more complicated picture. Savant has repeatedly expressed harsh criticism of President Donald Trump, calling him an “idiot” and a “hypocrite” and criticizing his military posture despite not serving. She has also criticized Trump administration immigration policies and publicly disparaged Donald Trump Jr.

Those statements do not disqualify anyone from public advocacy. But they do raise questions about branding. When an organization presents itself as nonpartisan while elevating a figure with a documented history of partisan rhetoric, it invites scrutiny.

The Alliance is also part of a broader coalition that includes Save My Louisiana and the CO2 Chronicles. Savant’s involvement in these networks further blurs the line between grassroots activism and coordinated political strategy.

Lifestyle, Branding, and Credibility

Savant’s public persona extends beyond policy debates. Before becoming a full time lobbyist, she operated under the moniker “Goddess Renee,” running a business called Southern Sexperts that offered tantric coaching and intimacy guidance. She authored a book titled What Ya Mama, The Bible And Porn Never Taught You About Sex and has publicly embraced nudism, including posting nude photographs related to her “naked gardening” hobby.

In other posts, she described herself as a conduit delivering messages from those who “no longer have body suits” and said she works with Archangel Michael and the blessed Mother Mary.

For supporters, this background may reflect unconventional spirituality and alternative health beliefs. For critics, it raises concerns about judgment and credibility when leading a campaign that seeks to influence statewide energy policy.

Legal History and Public Accountability

Savant has publicly stated that she has been “breaking the law” her “entire life,” and public records show a criminal history stretching back decades.

More recently, she was arrested in October 2025 on an outstanding bench warrant related to traffic violations after failing to appear in court. She has also been involved in prior legal disputes, including a property case in the 14th Judicial District Court of Louisiana that resulted in a temporary restraining order before later dismissal.

None of these incidents automatically invalidate her views on carbon capture. But when an advocacy organization claims to represent the sober, bipartisan voice of Louisiana communities, its leadership inevitably becomes part of the evaluation.

The Broader Political Context

Louisiana’s carbon capture debate is unfolding against the backdrop of national climate policy, energy independence concerns, and the economic stakes of industrial investment along the Gulf Coast. Proponents argue that CCS projects can preserve jobs while reducing emissions. Opponents warn about property rights, eminent domain, and long term environmental risks.

By elevating Savant, the Louisiana CO2 Alliance has made a strategic choice. It has chosen a leader with deep involvement in its internal messaging and coalition building. It has also chosen someone whose public record, political commentary, and unconventional lifestyle are easily weaponized in a polarized environment.

That choice may energize core activists. It may also complicate efforts to persuade moderates and lawmakers who are wary of ideological extremes.

What Comes Next

The fight over CCS in Louisiana is not going away. As regulatory approvals, pipeline routes, and legislative sessions move forward, the credibility of every stakeholder will matter.

The Alliance insists it is nonpartisan. Its new president’s public history suggests a more ideological edge. Voters, landowners, and policymakers will ultimately decide whether that distinction matters.

What is clear is that the debate has shifted from a strategist working behind the curtain to a president standing center stage.