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press\releases - 沙特vs墨西哥让球 fri, 30 aug 2024 01:33:30 +0000press\releases//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/thu, 15 aug 2024 13:27:00 -0500entergy louisiana customers to see less fees and a bill credit from two separate lpsc settlements <h4>settlements enable more grid investment, expand eligibility for bill discounts and resolve litigation</h4> baton rouge, la. – the louisiana public service commission approved two settlements wednesday that will benefit entergy louisiana customers, support the company’s operations and investments in the state’s power grid over the next three years and end long-running litigation at the federal energy regulatory commission regarding grand gulf nuclear station. these approvals are a pivotal step in ensuring that entergy louisiana continues to provide clean, reliable and affordable electric service to more than a million customers across the state. key components of the <a href="https://www.entergy-louisiana.com/regulatoryblueprint/">rate settlement</a> include a reduction of late fees, elimination of connection and reconnection fees and the expansion of eligibility for low-income senior bill discounts. the commission’s modification and extension of entergy louisiana’s formula rate plan includes key provisions designed to protect customers while positioning the utility to support the state’s growing economy. the approved rate framework also caps profit margins and commits the company to strict reliability targets. the formula rate plan, which sets a utility’s base rates using actual costs and revenue with annual adjustments, better positions entergy louisiana to make necessary improvements to the grid. these improvements are critical not only for everyday life in our homes, schools, hospitals and businesses, but also for attracting new investments that bring well-paying jobs and drive local spending. this settlement sends a clear message that louisiana is open for business and is ready to support industrial and commercial operations with a stable and reliable power grid. resolution of litigation in addition to the formula rate plan, the commission’s decision also authorizes settlement of long-running litigation at the ferc involving entergy louisiana, system energy resources, inc. and the commission. this resolution, which is subject to approval by ferc, would result in millions of dollars in refunds to customers. the timing of the refund from seri to entergy louisiana is dependent upon action at the ferc. seri is an entergy subsidiary that is the majority owner of the grand gulf nuclear station in port gibson, miss. key customer benefits the approved regulatory blueprint includes several modifications designed to benefit customers directly: <ul> <li>reduction of late fees: the amount of late fees charged to customers who fall behind on their bills will be reduced.</li> <li>elimination of connection and reconnection fees: fees associated with connecting and reconnecting services will be eliminated.</li> <li>expansion of low-income senior discounts: eligibility for monthly discounts will be expanded to include more low-income older adults.</li> </ul> while these changes come with a modest increase in customer bills, the company believes the benefits of a reliable and stronger power grid far outweigh the costs. to eliminate legacy rate structures and to ensure all residential customers pay the same rates across the states, legacy entergy louisiana customers and legacy entergy gulf states customers will see different monthly changes. legacy entergy louisiana customers who use about 1,000 kwh per month will see an initial bill increase of approximately $0.20 per month, while legacy entergy gulf states customers using the same amount of electricity will experience an increase of approximately $6.30 per month. however, for legacy entergy gulf states customers, this impact will decrease to around $3.90 per month by early 2025. these rate structure changes will largely eliminate regional pricing differences, marking the first time that all entergy louisiana residential customers are charged the same base rates. commitment to reliability and resilience entergy louisiana remains committed to continuing its investments in projects that strengthen the electric system’s reliability – keeping the lights on with minimal service disruptions – and resilience, ensuring a swift recovery when outages do occur. the <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/phase-one-entergy-louisiana-s-comprehensive-grid-resilience-plan-approved-by-lpsc/">commission’s approval of phase one of entergy louisiana’s resilience plan</a>, combined with the regulatory blueprint, sets the stage for a prosperous and brighter future for louisiana. “we deeply value the trust our customers place in us and are proud to be their utility provider,” said phillip may, entergy louisiana president and ceo. “with the commission’s approval, we look forward to continuing to serve our customers with excellence, now and into the future.” about entergy louisiana entergy louisiana, llc provides electric service to more than 1 million customers in 58 parishes and natural gas service to more than 94,000 customers in baton rouge, louisiana. entergy louisiana is a subsidiary of 沙特vs墨西哥让球 (nyse: etr), a fortune 500 company. entergy powers life for 3 million customers through our operating companies in arkansas, louisiana, mississippi and texas. we’re investing in the reliability and resilience of the energy system while helping our region transition to cleaner, more efficient energy solutions. with roots in our communities for more than 100 years, entergy is a nationally recognized leader in sustainability and corporate citizenship. since 2018, we have delivered more than $100 million in economic benefits each year to local communities through philanthropy, volunteerism and advocacy. entergy is headquartered in new orleans, louisiana, and has approximately 12,000 employees.//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-louisiana-customers-see-less-fees-bill-credit-from-two-separate-lpsc-settlements///www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-louisiana-customers-see-less-fees-bill-credit-from-two-separate-lpsc-settlements/?66be495adf695746d6275fcathu, 15 aug 2024 13:27:00 -0500grease, grime and grit: entergy’s river bend employees beautify school <h4>volunteers give back for school’s 2nd annual beautification day</h4> slaughter, la. – a team from entergy’s river bend station rolled up their sleeves and got to work recently during the second annual slaughter elementary school beautification day. employees trimmed trees, painted parking lots, beautified buildings, installed new playground equipment and more, in an effort to give back to the community. “slaughter elementary is grateful for the partnership with entergy’s river bend station volunteer group. their support provides a jumpstart to a strong beginning for a great school year for ses employees, students and families,” said jenny thornton, slaughter elementary school principal. “entergy’s participation in this event shows our community members, teachers, support staff, students and families that they care about the future of our school.” community engagement and civic responsibility are fundamental to the culture of entergy. with a steadfast dedication to giving back, employees’ volunteer efforts are making a tangible difference in the lives of those around them. “we’re incredibly proud of our team’s volunteer efforts,” said phil hansett, river bend station site vice president. “their dedication goes beyond providing customers with clean energy. they’re also committed to serving their communities and they demonstrate it time and again. they show up for our friends and neighbors in need.” this was the second year entergy team members have participated in the school’s annual event.//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/grease-grime-grit-entergy-s-river-bend-employees-beautify-school///www.dcsportsinc.com/news/grease-grime-grit-entergy-s-river-bend-employees-beautify-school/?66bccb16df69574527247200wed, 14 aug 2024 10:05:00 -0500entergy louisiana’s grid resilience program officially underway <h4>company and local lake charles officials celebrate $107 million investment to the area, upgrades to 148 miles of power lines</h4> lake charles, la. – entergy louisiana representatives and local officials gathered in lake charles today to mark the start of phase one of the company’s comprehensive grid resilience plan that will result in customers experiencing shorter and lesser amount of power outages when severe weather strikes. the groundbreaking ceremony, set against a backdrop of bucket trucks and utility workers, heralds a new era of hardened infrastructure and accelerated, less costly recovery for communities vulnerable to major storms. this initiative also lends to a stronger, more robust economy, better suited for life along the gulf coast, particularly in light of the substantial economic opportunities ahead. “we harden the grid throughout each year, however, the launch of our new resilience program marks the start of the most comprehensive grid strengthening program in louisiana history. it’s a transformative moment for energy and economic prosperity in louisiana,” said phillip may, entergy louisiana president and ceo “we’ve always been proud to serve the lake charles area, and we eagerly anticipate a future where our communities are stronger, more resilient and positioned to grow and thrive.” according to the lsu center for energy studies’ 2024 gulf coast energy outlook, the gulf coast has seen over $262 billion in announced energy manufacturing investments since 2013, with louisiana capturing more than 50% of that share. further, louisiana 2022年世界杯比分 reports that business investment in the state reached historic levels last year, with companies announcing over $25 billion in new projects. the energy sector, notably in chemical manufacturing and lng exports, alongside investments aimed at reducing carbon emissions, is seeing unprecedented growth. southwest louisiana stands out as a national leader in industrial construction and lng exports, supported by extensive maritime infrastructure, such as the calcasieu ship channel and the port of lake charles—the 10th busiest port in the nation by tonnage. these operations and industries are critical to not only the local economy, but also the national and global economy. companies and their workforces, from the energy industry to hospitals and schools, depend on reliable power to produce commodities and provide much-needed services. residents and families also depend on reliable power to reach their goals and enjoy life within their communities. over the next five years, entergy louisiana’s comprehensive resilience plan will fortify electric infrastructure statewide, enhancing the power grid and community resilience while safeguarding louisiana’s economic well-being. the initial phase includes 2,100 projects targeting 69,000 distribution and transmission structures. hardening measures could include replacing electric equipment such as poles, guy wires, anchors and power lines to meet the latest wind loading design standards. in the lake charles area, the company will invest around $107 million over three years to harden the grid, including upgrading approximately 4,275 distribution poles to withstand winds up to 125 mph and 115 transmission structures to endure winds up to 150 mph, covering a total of 148 miles of transmission and distribution power lines. the first project, already underway in the oak park area, involves hardening about 315 distribution poles, encompassing over five miles of power lines. “we’re excited to join entergy, lake charles memorial hospital and other community members today to celebrate a more prosperous and resilient future for lake charles and its surrounding communities,” said lake charles mayor nic hunter. “utility and healthcare services are among the most critical in our city, and by strengthening the electric system, we ensure these essential services are available to our citizens year-round.” to develop its comprehensive grid resilience plan and identify priority projects, entergy louisiana used a data-driven approach that meticulously evaluated thousands of potential storm scenarios. the plan’s anticipated benefits include approximately $1.2 billion in avoided future storm restoration costs, improvements in everyday electric service reliability and customer savings related to reduced post-storm outages. by mitigating restoration costs and outages from future extreme weather events, the resilience plan will help shorten evacuations and reduce time away from home and work, ultimately aiding louisiana communities in faster recovery. mike francis, chair of the louisiana public service commission and representative of district 4, was among those who supported entergy louisiana’s resilience plan. francis and his family have strong connections to communities across louisiana, including lake charles, which his wife sheila, a lagrange high school graduate, fondly calls her hometown. "having grown up in north louisiana, run a successful business in south louisiana and served many constituents across the southwestern and central parts of the state on the public service commission, i understand the critical importance of industry to our economy and well-being, as well as the need for a reliable and strong power grid," francis said. he added, "i share the enthusiasm and excitement of entergy louisiana and local partners as they break ground on a grid resilience program that will improve electric infrastructure and ultimately strengthen our communities." for more information about entergy louisiana’s resilience program, visit: <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/phase-one-entergy-louisiana-s-comprehensive-grid-resilience-plan-approved-by-lpsc/">entergynewsroom.com/news/phase-one-entergy-louisiana-s-comprehensive-grid-resilience-plan-approved-by-lpsc</a>. about entergy louisiana entergy louisiana, llc provides electric service to more than 1 million customers in 58 parishes and natural gas service to more than 94,000 customers in baton rouge, louisiana. entergy louisiana is a subsidiary of 沙特vs墨西哥让球 (nyse: etr), a fortune 500 company. entergy powers life for 3 million customers through our operating companies in arkansas, louisiana, mississippi and texas. we’re investing in the reliability and resilience of the energy system while helping our region transition to cleaner, more efficient energy solutions. with roots in our communities for more than 100 years, entergy is a nationally recognized leader in sustainability and corporate citizenship. since 2018, we have delivered more than $100 million in economic benefits each year to local communities through philanthropy, volunteerism and advocacy. entergy is headquartered in new orleans, louisiana, and has approximately 12,000 employees.//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-louisiana-s-grid-resilience-program-officially-underway///www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-louisiana-s-grid-resilience-program-officially-underway/?66bbc39e03f664d81105a1b7tue, 13 aug 2024 15:28:00 -0500bill management tools, events help entergy customers keep cool and save money this summer extreme heat can increase electricity use and costs, and the past two summers have brought record-level temperatures and high electricity usage by our customers. entergy new orleans and entergy louisiana are committed to helping our customers stay cool and save money this summer with bill management tools and customer assistance events. entergy’s newly launched online <a href="https://billtoolkit.entergy.com/">bill toolkit</a> connects customers to bill management, energy efficiency and financial assistance resources. this new resource helps our customers explore simple ways they can lower their electricity use and costs. “in the face of extreme temperatures, we’re doing all we can to keep costs down for customers with some of the lowest electricity rates in the country,” said steven benyard, vice president of reliability for entergy louisiana. “to help our customers take control of their budget and save money in extreme heat, we are connecting them with tools to monitor their energy use, manage their bills and find financial assistance.” track your energy use bill management tools like <a href="https://www.myentergy.com/s/login/">myadvisor</a> empower our customers to set electricity usage alerts and monitor how much energy they use each day. tracking electricity use over time can help customers identify habits that contribute to higher use and budget their monthly expenses. with their myadvisor dashboard, customers have access to usage and cost details, bill history, bill projections and analyzer tools and more. manage your bills your way entergy offers several flexible payment options so customers can choose when, where and how they receive their bills. <ul> <li><a href="https://www.myentergy.com/s/pickdate">pick-a-date</a> allows customers to pay their bills when it works best for them.</li> <li><a href="https://www.myentergy.com/s/levelbill">level billing</a> allows customers to “level out” seasonal energy use fluctuations, making their bills more consistent every month.</li> <li><a href="https://www.myentergy.com/s/paperfree">paperfree</a> billing allows customers to get their bills emailed as soon as they post and instant access to two years of billing history.</li> <li><a href="https://www.myentergy.com/s/autopay">autopay</a> allows customers to avoid late fees, writing checks and paying for postage by having bills automatically deduct from their bank accounts.</li> </ul> entergy encourages customers who may need additional payment options to reach out. to see if customers automatically qualify for deferred payment arrangements or payment extensions, they can visit <a href="https://www.entergy.com/app/">our mobile app</a> or <a href="https://www.myentergy.com/s/">myentergy</a>. find financial assistance for customers needing assistance to pay their bills, entergy is here to help. throughout this summer, entergy is implementing a series of measures through its “beat the heat” program focused on helping our low-income customers and communities stay cool and pay their bills. the program provides bill payment assistance, fans and energy efficiency kits and support from local community partners to help hundreds of residential customers across the state. in addition, entergy partners with local and state organizations to connect qualifying customers with financial assistance including: <ul> <li><a href="https://www.entergy.com/care/">the power to care program</a> provides emergency bill payment assistance to older adults and customers with disabilities.</li> <li><a href="https://app.singlestop.org/entergy/">single stop</a> makes it easy for customers to quickly and confidentially check their eligibility for federal, state and local financial assistance.</li> <li><a href="https://billtoolkit.entergy.com/">low income home energy assistance program</a> provides financial assistance for energy bills and other energy-related expenses.</li> </ul> for more ways to save energy and money, customers can visit <a href="https://billtoolkit.entergy.com/">billtoolkit.entergy.com</a>.//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/bill-management-tools-events-help-entergy-new-orleans-entergy-louisiana-customers-keep-cool///www.dcsportsinc.com/news/bill-management-tools-events-help-entergy-new-orleans-entergy-louisiana-customers-keep-cool/?66bb7b5811ce185b4c033107tue, 13 aug 2024 10:19:00 -0500entergy makes $20m commitment to empower historically black colleges and universities and students <h4>over the next decade, hbcu students will be equipped with tools for success through education, career and workforce development programs</h4> new orleans – entergy recently announced a 10-year, $20 million commitment to elevate and empower historically black colleges and universities and their students across the company’s service area in arkansas, louisiana, mississippi and texas. through the expansion of entergy’s the power of prosperity program, the donation will support hbcus and students with enhanced education, career readiness and workforce development programs. drew marsh, entergy's chair and ceo, announced the company’s commitment during an event at the national urban league conference last week in new orleans. year after year, this event brings together key leaders from various sectors, including business, government, and social advocacy, who are dedicated to exploring critical issues and initiatives that profoundly impact communities nationwide. “with roots in our service area for more than 100 years, what matters to our neighbors and our communities, matters to us,” said marsh. “that’s why entergy is proud to continue our longstanding support of historically black colleges and universities with our 10-year, $20 million commitment to elevate and empower these institutions and their students. as an energy industry leader, it’s important that we help develop future generations of the u.s. energy workforce by strengthening awareness and promoting the advantages of careers in our field.” entergy’s commitment will provide academic scholarships, facility grants and endowments, workforce development programming, internship experiences, access to resources and financial aid, seeded investment accounts and generational wealth building for hbcu students. this includes: <ul> <li>awarding twenty $5,000 scholarships annually over a decade to high-achieving students enrolled in any hbcu within entergy's service states.</li> <li>an annual competitive grant program to fund facility improvements, research endeavors, and endowments at hbcus in the entergy service area, aimed at addressing inequalities and enhancing the long-term viability of these institutions.</li> <li>offering pathways to employment at entergy for top-performing hbcu students through workforce development initiatives, including 10 annual internships, targeted college recruitment events, strategic partnerships with university administration and faculty, and more.</li> </ul> the power of prosperity, initially <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-new-partnership-hbcu-power-prosperity/">piloted last year</a> in new orleans, aims to break down barriers to student success and equip students with the knowledge and tools to build multigenerational wealth. through entergy’s partnership with single stop, hbcu students and their families gain free access to financial support and resources. single stop, a national nonprofit, makes it easy for individuals to access support in areas such as finance, food, education, healthcare, childcare, tax help, utility payments and more through their “one-stop shop” program. in addition, students will be provided with seeded investment accounts and access to financial literacy education and coaching through entergy’s partnership with <a href="https://stackwellcapital.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">stackwell capital</a>, a digital investment platform designed to help close the racial wealth gap by empowering more people in the black community to use the power of the stock market to grow their wealth. over the course of the next decade, entergy’s strategic partnerships will help remove barriers to student success, equip them with tools and knowledge and build a path to multigenerational wealth for a brighter tomorrow. <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/article/empowering-future-generations/">learn more</a> about entergy’s commitment to power life today and for future generations of scholars. about entergy entergy is a fortune 500 company that powers life for 3 million customers through our operating companies in arkansas, louisiana, mississippi and texas. we’re investing in the reliability and resilience of the energy system while helping our region transition to cleaner, more efficient energy solutions. with roots in our communities for more than 100 years, entergy is a nationally recognized leader in sustainability and corporate citizenship. since 2018, we have delivered more than $100 million in economic benefits each year to local communities through philanthropy, volunteerism and advocacy. entergy is headquartered in new orleans, louisiana, and has approximately 12,000 employees. learn more at <a href="https://www.entergy.com/">entergy.com</a> and connect with <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/social/">@entergy</a> on social media. #wepowerlife//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-makes-20m-commitment-empower-historically-black-colleges-universities-students///www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-makes-20m-commitment-empower-historically-black-colleges-universities-students/?66a943d31cd450ed180e6866tue, 30 jul 2024 14:47:00 -0500entergy secures naming rights to stem center at girl scout dreamlab gonzales, la. – girl scouts louisiana east is excited to announce that entergy will have the naming rights to the stem center at the girl scout dreamlab for the next five years. this $50,000 partnership shows entergy's dedication to supporting young women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. "we are so thankful for entergy's generous support,” said chief executive officer dr. rebecca pennington. “the naming rights to our stem center mean more than just funding; they show our shared commitment to the future. together, we are opening doors for girls to explore, innovate and lead in stem fields. this partnership will inspire girl scouts to follow their dreams and develop the skills to become future stem leaders." the girl scout dreamlab stem center will offer resources and programs to engage and educate girl scouts in various stem areas. with entergy's help, the center will continue to provide hands-on learning experiences that foster curiosity, creativity, and a love for stem. “entergy is investing in the development of a critical future workforce,” said entergy’s senior vice president and chief human resources officer kathryn collins. “we strive to recruit locally because local talent tends to stay at entergy. we need top performing technical professionals with stem prowess and innovative stem leaders. the symbiotic relationship between entergy and the girl scouts dreamlab stem center is real, strategic and far-reaching.” this collaboration between entergy and girl scouts louisiana east highlights both organizations' continued commitment to building a brighter future for girls in our community. in 2023, entergy approached gsle about designing and delivering an entergy-sponsored sustainability event and patch at camp marydale. the program focuses on using resources wisely and making the world a better place, aligning with the mission of girl scouting. by investing in the education and empowerment of young girls, entergy and girl scouts louisiana east are helping to create a more inclusive and innovative tomorrow. girl scouts louisiana east girl scouts louisiana east (gsle) is the leading organization for leadership development of girls, grades k to 12, in 23 parishes of southeast louisiana. chartered by girl scouts of the usa, gsle serves over7,000 girl and adult members. girl scouts offers every girl a chance to practice a lifetime of leadership, adventure, and success. to volunteer, reconnect, donate, or join, visit <a href="https://www.gsle.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">www.gsle.org</a>. entergy entergy is a fortune 500 company that powers life for 3 million customers through our operating companies in arkansas, louisiana, mississippi, and texas. we’re investing in the reliability and resilience of the energy system while helping our region transition to cleaner, more efficient energy solutions. with roots in our communities for more than 100 years, entergy is a nationally recognized leader in sustainability and corporate citizenship. since 2018, we have delivered more than $100 million in economic benefits each year to local communities through philanthropy, volunteerism, and advocacy. entergy is headquartered in new orleans, louisiana, and has approximately 12,000 employees. learn more at <a href="https://www.entergy.com/">entergy.com</a> and follow <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/social/">@entergy</a> on social media.//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-secures-naming-rights-stem-center-at-girl-scout-dreamlab///www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-secures-naming-rights-stem-center-at-girl-scout-dreamlab/?66a8fe6adf69574b9f17e6edtue, 30 jul 2024 09:00:00 -0500super bowl lix leaders announce charitable legacy program through impact 59 powered by entergy <h4>the legacy program will benefit new orleans area nonprofit organizations ahead of super bowl lix</h4> new orleans – today, the new orleans super bowl lix host committee, entergy, the new orleans saints, and the nfl foundation announced a community-focused initiative ahead of super bowl lix. impact 59 powered by entergy is the official super bowl lix legacy grant program designed to leave a lasting impact on nonprofits in the greater new orleans region long after the city’s record tying 11th super bowl on feb. 9, 2025. the super bowl host committee, led by the new orleans saints and the greater new orleans sports foundation, underscored the importance of giving back to the host community through the host committee theme of “it’s what we do.” impact 59 powered by entergy is a collaboration between the host committee, the new orleans saints, the nfl foundation, the entergy charitable foundation, ochsner health, the united way of southeast louisiana, and nola coalition to award at least $3 million in impactful grants to local nonprofit organizations. the program's mission is to give back to local organizations making a positive impact in the new orleans community, fostering a legacy of philanthropy that lasts long after super bowl lix. <smarttag controller="photoslidercontroller" action="get" id="super-bowl-lix"></smarttag> new orleans saints owner and long-time philanthropist, gayle benson said, “hosting and executing an incredible game is just one aspect of our responsibility. equally important is our commitment to supporting our community and creating a lasting positive impact. this is part of what we do – we must instill pride in our city, contribute to meaningful change, and ensure lasting resources for all those who work so hard to make the community a wonderful place to live.” the funding from impact 59 powered by entergy will be awarded to organizations that provide programming in key areas of youth development, workforce training, education, health and wellness, and equity and inclusion. the nonprofit organizations selected will help support charitable causes in the greater new orleans area including orleans, jefferson, st. bernard, st. charles, st. james, st. john the baptist, plaquemines, st. tammany, tangipahoa and washington parishes. a grant selection committee will carefully review eligibility and compliance of applications, select award recipients based on criteria met and make award determinations based on need, merit and proposed projects. “the super bowl legacy grant program was established to ensure that the nfl and our partners leave a legacy of philanthropy and positive economic impact in the super bowl host community, extending far beyond the final whistle of the big game,” said nfl vice president of philanthropy and executive director of the nfl foundation alexia gallagher. “the nfl foundation is excited to continue this tradition with the super bowl lix host committee and their great partners to recognize and support nonprofit organizations that positively impact the lives of thousands in the greater new orleans region." the announcement of this legacy program supports the new orleans super bowl host committee’s motto: “it’s what we do.” impact 59 powered by entergy will provide much-needed support to those organizations that provide key services and opportunities to the community. “that’s one amazing thing about the city of new orleans – we love our neighbors as if they were our own family; it’s part of what we do every day,” said drew marsh, 沙特vs墨西哥让球 chair and chief executive officer. “impact 59 powered by entergy is sure to ignite change in our community, uplift our community organizations and the people who need it most and arm them with resources they need to continue their good work.” along with impact 59 powered by entergy, super bowl lix brings significant other impact to the area. the 59th super bowl is anticipated to bring upwards of $500 million in economic impact to louisiana and 6,000 credentialed media members to new orleans. “at the end of the day, the super bowl is much more than a game. hosting our record tying 11th nfl championship game will not only provide funding for our nonprofit community through impact 59 powered by entergy but will significantly boost louisiana’s economy and provide opportunity to recognize our rich louisiana heritage and diverse culture,” said jay cicero, president and ceo of the greater new orleans sports foundation and the super bowl lix host committee. “on monday, february 10th, we want to be proud of a job well done – not just the game, but the incredible impact the super bowl has on our community.” applications are now being accepted through august 23. more details on how organizations can see if they qualify and apply for impact 59 powered by entergy can be found at <a href="https://nolasuperbowl.com/legacy-program/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">nolasuperbowl.com/legacy-program</a>. super bowl lix will take place on sunday, feb. 9, 2025, at caesars superdome. about the new orleans super bowl lix host committee the new orleans super bowl lix host committee, led by the new orleans saints and the greater new orleans sports foundation, is responsible for planning, executing, and hosting the city’s record-tying 11th nfl championship game on february 9, 2025. the host committee works in partnership with the national football league to deliver a successful super bowl lix while driving lasting social and economic impact in the greater new orleans area. learn more about the new orleans super lix host committee at <a href="https://nolasuperbowl.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">nolasuperbowl.com</a>. about entergy entergy is a fortune 500 company that powers life for 3 million customers through our operating companies in arkansas, louisiana, mississippi and texas. we’re investing in the reliability and resilience of the energy system while helping our region transition to cleaner, more efficient energy solutions. with roots in our communities for more than 100 years, entergy is a nationally recognized leader in sustainability and corporate citizenship. since 2018, we have delivered more than $100 million in economic benefits each year to local communities through philanthropy, volunteerism and advocacy. entergy is headquartered in new orleans, louisiana, and has approximately 12,000 employees. learn more at <a href="https://www.entergy.com/">entergy.com</a> and connect with <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/social/">@entergy</a> on social media. about the nfl foundation the national football league (nfl) foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of those touched by the game of football – from players at all levels to communities across the country. the nfl foundation and its members, the 32 nfl clubs, support the health, safety and wellness of athletes, youth football, and the communities that support our game. celebrating 50 years, the nfl foundation has become one of the leading philanthropic entities in america, contributing to nfl team communities, national and international disaster relief efforts, and societal issues. the league is utilizing this anniversary to amplify the impact of nfl philanthropy and the progress made by our nonprofit entities. for more information on the nfl foundation, visit <a href="https://www.nflfoundation.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">nflfoundation.org</a>.   about the greater new orleans sports foundation organized in august 1988, the greater new orleans sports foundation (sports foundation) is a non-profit 501(c) (4) organization whose mission is to attract and manage sporting events that have a positive economic impact on louisiana and the greater new orleans area. throughout its 36-year history, the sports foundation has hosted and been awarded hundreds of events and turned a $50 million public investment into more than $3.4 billion in economic impact for the state of louisiana and the greater new orleans area.//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/community-partners-committed-leave-charitable-legacy-through-impact-59-powered-by-entergy///www.dcsportsinc.com/news/community-partners-committed-leave-charitable-legacy-through-impact-59-powered-by-entergy/?66a01694df6957616936598etue, 23 jul 2024 16:30:00 -0500entergy louisiana to host customer engagement event laplace, la. – as summer high temperatures continue to increase energy usage, entergy louisiana is taking action to help customers save money and manage their utility bills. the company is hosting an in-person event in laplace on july 25. the event, in partnership with local community advocate organization new wine christian fellowship, will take place at the church, located at 1929 w. airline hwy., suite 1933, laplace, from 8-11 a.m. customers will get a chance to: <ul> <li>learn about <a href="https://www.entergy-louisiana.com/energy-efficiency-program/">energy efficiency programs</a> that help customers conserve electricity while staying comfortable.</li> <li>be connected with <a href="https://www.entergy.com/communities/low-income/">available financial assistance</a> (pending qualification), including entergy’s <a href="https://www.entergy.com/care/">the power to care program</a> for low-income older adults and customers with disabilities.</li> <li>explore <a href="https://billtoolkit.entergy.com/">our new bill toolkit</a> that empowers customers with resources and available assistance options through a one-stop online shop at <a href="https://billtoolkit.entergy.com/">entergy.com</a>.</li> <li>receive free box fans and energy efficiency kits (limited supply).</li> </ul> the event will also give customers the opportunity to learn more from entergy louisiana on a variety of other services and programs. for example, customers will be able to receive information on adding security lighting to their home or business and even enroll their kids in our <a href="https://www.entergy.com/csr/kids/">kids to college matching savings account program</a>. to learn more about how entergy supports its communities, visit <a href="https://www.entergy.com/communities/">entergy.com/communities</a>. about entergy louisiana entergy louisiana, llc provides electric service to more than 1 million customers in 58 parishes and natural gas service to more than 94,000 customers in baton rouge, louisiana. entergy louisiana is a subsidiary of 沙特vs墨西哥让球 (nyse: etr), a fortune 500 company. entergy powers life for 3 million customers through our operating companies in arkansas, louisiana, mississippi and texas. we’re investing in the reliability and resilience of the energy system while helping our region transition to cleaner, more efficient energy solutions. with roots in our communities for more than 100 years, entergy is a nationally recognized leader in sustainability and corporate citizenship. since 2018, we have delivered more than $100 million in economic benefits each year to local communities through philanthropy, volunteerism and advocacy. entergy is headquartered in new orleans, louisiana, and has approximately 12,000 employees.//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-louisiana-host-customer-engagement-event///www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-louisiana-host-customer-engagement-event/?669e6478df69574d52357d2amon, 22 jul 2024 08:50:00 -0500entergy ranks first in united way’s top 10 most generous workplaces in southeast louisiana <h4>for the 10th year, united way has recognized entergy as a top 10 company for creating positive, lasting change across southeast louisiana</h4> new orleans – united way of southeast louisiana, or uwsela, <a href="https://www.unitedwaysela.org/news/united-ways-centennial-annual-meeting-highlights-grantees-volunteers-philanthropic-workplaces" target="_blank" rel="noopener">recently recognized</a> entergy as the leading company in their top 10 most generous workplaces for 2023-2024. this is the 10th year in a row entergy has been recognized in the top 10 list. "our collaboration with entergy has been pivotal in our steadfast dedication to bridging divides and fostering avenues for prosperity so that every individual in our community can thrive in health, education and financial stability," said uwsela president and ceo michael williamson. "congratulations to entergy for securing the top ranking, and heartfelt appreciation goes to our unwavering partners who drive uwsela's mission to eliminate poverty across jefferson, orleans, plaquemines, st. bernard, st. tammany, tangipahoa and washington parishes." the annual ranking recognizes businesses in uwsela’s seven-parish service area that are investing in a more vibrant southeast louisiana and its residents through employee contributions, volunteerism, corporate gifts, in-kind support and fundraisers. in 2023, entergy shareholders and employees raised or contributed more than $1.1 million to uwsela. "we are honored to be recognized as the leader of the top ten most generous companies in southeast louisiana," said patty riddlebarger, entergy’s vice president of corporate social responsibility. “this recognition reflects our unwavering dedication to supporting the very communities where we live and work to create a positive impact. by collaborating with united way, we are strengthening our workforce, boosting the local economy and enhancing the overall health and wellness of the communities we serve." each year, entergy employees participate in united way campaigns to raise funds for their communities. company shareholders match employee contributions dollar-for-dollar to maximize the impact of employee giving. through the company’s partnership with uwsela, entergy continues to implement a range of initiatives aimed at addressing poverty, promoting education and workforce development, providing financial assistance to vulnerable customers, improving its communities and caring for the environment. this year’s top 10 most generous workplaces include: 沙特vs墨西哥让球 valero meraux refinery shell chalmette refining, llc - pbf energy zachry group international paper freeport-mcmoran, inc. rain carbon inc. pan-american life insurance group latter &amp; blum | compass entergy is committed in its mission to give back and make a difference in the communities it serves across its service area in arkansas, louisiana, mississippi and texas. in 2023, the company’s commitment to corporate social responsibility had a profound impact on its customers and communities, resulting in an <a href="https://performancereport.entergy.com/pdfjs/web/viewer.html?zoom=page-fit&amp;file=entergypr2023-04.02.2024.pdf&amp;r=986#page=35" target="_blank" rel="noopener">economic impact of nearly $140 million</a>. learn more about entergy’s commitment to <a href="https://www.entergy.com/csr/">serving its communities here</a>. about entergy entergy is a fortune 500 company that powers life for 3 million customers through our operating companies in arkansas, louisiana, mississippi and texas. we’re investing in the reliability and resilience of the energy system while helping our region transition to cleaner, more efficient energy solutions. with roots in our communities for more than 100 years, entergy is a nationally recognized leader in sustainability and corporate citizenship. since 2018, we have delivered more than $100 million in economic benefits each year to local communities through philanthropy, volunteerism and advocacy. entergy is headquartered in new orleans, louisiana, and has approximately 12,000 employees. learn more at <a href="https://www.entergy.com/">entergy.com</a> and follow <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/social/">@entergy</a> on social media. #wepowerlife//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-ranks-first-in-united-way-s-top-10-most-generous-workplaces-in-southeast-louisiana///www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-ranks-first-in-united-way-s-top-10-most-generous-workplaces-in-southeast-louisiana/?667dd6cb216164f22c0d9656thu, 27 jun 2024 16:13:00 -0500trim your bills with essential summer energy efficiency tips and tools new orleans – signs of summer are already here, and temperatures are starting to climb. after experiencing record breaking heat indexes in 2023, entergy louisiana and entergy new orleans are providing tips on how to prepare your home for the high heat and manage your bill this summer with our newly launched <a href="https://billtoolkit.entergy.com/">bill toolkit site</a>. heating and cooling costs make up more than 55% of an average customer’s electric bill. this means that it is important to take steps to conserve energy to lower your electric bills when temperatures start to rise. entergy’s bill toolkit site helps customers find ways to manage energy usage and save money through energy efficiency programs, including the <a href="https://www.entergy-louisiana.com/energy-efficiency-program/">entergy solutions</a> for entergy louisiana customers and the <a href="https://www.energysmartnola.info/">energy smart</a> program for entergy new orleans customers. examples of products and services, available at little to no cost, include ac tune-ups, led bulbs, smart thermostats, duct sealing and insulation. additionally, both programs offer home assessments that yield energy efficiency recommendations. a home performance with energy star assessment reduces the up-front cost of installing energy efficiency upgrades. low to no-cost energy efficiency tips customers also can save money with these quick and easy energy efficiency tips: <ul> <li>change air filters. air filters on some air conditioning units require monthly cleaning or replacing.</li> <li>set your thermostat to the highest comfortable temperature. the smaller the difference between the inside and outside temperatures, the lower your energy usage and bill will be.</li> <li>buy a programmable thermostat. a programmable thermostat can help manage costs, is controllable, and can help monitor usage. </li> <li>use fans to cool off. ceiling fans, box fans and oscillating fans use very little electricity to circulate the air. make sure ceiling fans are rotating in the right direction – counter-clockwise during summer – to push cooler air down into the room. be sure to turn all fans off in unused rooms.</li> <li>close blinds, shades and curtains to keep the sun out and the cool air in. also, close air conditioning vents in rooms that are not in use.</li> <li>seal cracks and holes around doors, windows and ductwork. weather stripping and caulk will help keep the cold air in and the hot air out.</li> <li>use the myadvisor tool on <a href="https://www.myentergy.com/">myentergy.com</a>. the usage and cost tool can compare usage history by month, day and hour.</li> </ul> for customers needing help with their bill, entergy’s bill toolkit provides an overview of payment options, such as level billing and pick-a-date, and customer assistance programs. entergy partners with third party agencies that provide utility bill assistance for seniors, disabled individuals and programs that are income-based. through entergy's <a href="https://www.entergy.com/care/">the power to care program</a>, local nonprofit agencies provide emergency bill payment assistance to seniors and disabled individuals. you also may be eligible to receive federal payment assistance through the low-income home energy assistance program or <a href="https://www.entergy.com/billhelp/">liheap</a>. for more information, visit <a href="https://billtoolkit.entergy.com/">billtoolkit.entergy.com</a> for the tools and resources you need to understand your bill, reduce your usage or look for assistance programs and services available to you. about entergy louisiana entergy louisiana, llc provides electric service to more than 1 million customers in 58 parishes and natural gas service to more than 94,000 customers in baton rouge, louisiana. about entergy new orleans entergy new orleans, llc is an electric and gas utility that serves louisiana’s orleans parish. the company provides electricity to more than 209,000 customers and natural gas to more than 110,000 customers. both companies are subsidiaries of 沙特vs墨西哥让球, a fortune 500 company that powers life for 3 million customers through operating companies in arkansas, louisiana, mississippi and texas. we’re investing in the reliability and resilience of the energy system while helping our region transition to cleaner, more efficient energy solutions. with roots in our communities for more than 100 years, entergy is a nationally recognized leader in sustainability and corporate citizenship. since 2018, we have delivered more than $100 million in economic benefits each year to local communities through philanthropy, volunteerism and advocacy. entergy is headquartered in new orleans, louisiana, and has approximately 12,000 employees.//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/trim-your-bills-with-essential-summer-energy-efficiency-tips-tools-880928435///www.dcsportsinc.com/news/trim-your-bills-with-essential-summer-energy-efficiency-tips-tools-880928435/?6671db94df695747c915846dtue, 18 jun 2024 14:04:00 -0500it’s a win win again: entergy women in nuclear “most reactive” chapter <h4>national award recognizes excellence in promoting nuclear science in the community</h4> jackson, miss. – entergy’s women in nuclear chapter has been recognized again by the u.s. win organization as the “most reactive” chapter. it is the second time in as many years the chapter has gained national recognition for their educational outreach efforts, this time for their work during 2023’s national nuclear science week. chapters are judged on the number of activities held during nsw, the number of participating u.s. win members, the number of individuals and public sectors reached and the variety of topics covered. “it was the dedication, hard work and leadership our team demonstrated last year that allowed us to be awarded, for the second year in a row, the most reactive chapter for 2023’s nuclear science week,” said danielle andreozzi, entergy nuclear design engineer and fleet president of entergy’s u.s. win chapter. “i am so proud to be a part of this organization and company. i have personally seen the effects advocating for nuclear and stem careers has on students and the local community.” entergy has a win chapter at each of its four nuclear power plants in mississippi, arkansas and louisiana, as well as at its headquarters in jackson. chapters from all five sites participated, with some putting on multiple events. among the outreach efforts were: <ul> <li>nuclear and stem-related activities and giveaways for visitors at the mississippi children’s museum hosted by win volunteers from entergy nuclear’s echelon headquarters</li> <li>stem day and national science day events at grand gulf nuclear station in port gibson, miss. for girl scouts, boy scouts, a local youth council and students ranging from middle school to high school</li> <li>a stem fair hosted by river bend station in st. francisville, la. for bains elementary fifth grade students</li> <li>nuclear science days at russellville middle school held by arkansas nuclear one win members in russellville, ark. for hundreds of sixth- and seventh-grade students</li> <li>a nuclear and stem-related activities event hosted by waterford 3 steam electric station in killona, la. for k-12 students at the killona community center in the after-school program</li> <li>nuclear advocacy letters to mississippi legislators from entergy nuclear headquarter employees</li> </ul> in all, their efforts reached more than 1,500 school children, teachers, parents, legislators and other community members. “this year’s competition for the most reactive chapter was fierce,” said jennifer watkins, nuclear science week lead for the u.s. win communications committee. “we had submissions from 10 chapters who all did an amazing job with their outreach efforts. the creativity and diversity in events were fantastic. approximately 3,000 individuals of all ages were able to explore nuclear science topics—and that doesn’t even cover those who were reached via social media! we love seeing how our chapters promote and support nuclear energy as a carbon-free energy source in our communities.” u.s. women in nuclear is an organization of individuals who work in nuclear energy and technology fields around the united states. their vision is aimed at positioning the united states for the future of nuclear energy and technology through the advancement of women. nuclear science week, held the third week in october, is an international, broadly observed, week-long celebration to focus local, regional, national and international attention on all aspects of nuclear science.//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/it-s-win-win-again-entergy-women-in-nuclear-most-reactive-chapter///www.dcsportsinc.com/news/it-s-win-win-again-entergy-women-in-nuclear-most-reactive-chapter/?666206514e109e70210d4aa7thu, 06 jun 2024 13:42:00 -0500entergy, pontchartrain conservancy “sweep” pontchartrain basin ahead of hurricane season <h4>$35,000 donated to conservancy for continued community and education efforts</h4> metairie, la. – armed with gloves, garbage bags and trash grabbers, entergy employees and volunteers combed through the areas around lake pontchartrain on wednesday to help pick up debris and plant mulch and pine straw, among other activities, as part of its annual storm aware and prepare initiative. this cleanup and hurricane preparedness event, hosted by the pontchartrain conservancy and sponsored by entergy louisiana, provides residents in southeast louisiana an opportunity to clean up debris, which improves drainage and water flow and mitigates flooding. “we’re committed to building a more vibrant and thriving community” said phillip may, entergy louisiana president and ceo. “we’re proud to partner with the pontchartrain conservancy again this year to step beyond the power grid to clean up, beautify and improve the conditions in a region many of us call home.” entergy has long been a leader in environmental stewardship and the company continued that tradition by providing $15,000 to the <a href="https://scienceforourcoast.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">pontchartrain conservancy</a>’s storm aware and prepare initiative as well as a $25,000 grant to support stem educational programming for students and teachers. entergy’s contributions will go toward supporting the nonprofit’s mission to drive environmental sustainability and stewardship through scientific research, education and advocacy — all of which benefit the <a href="https://scienceforourcoast.org/about-us/our-basin/basin-history/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">pontchartrain basin</a> and surrounding communities. “entergy's longstanding support for pontchartrain conservancy is truly remarkable," said kristi trail, pontchartrain conservancy executive director. "they understand the value of investing in environmental sustainability, and for that we are truly grateful. together we will be working to keep our waters clean, to educate the public and restore louisiana's beautiful wetlands. the future of our state and its people depend on the leadership of corporate stewards like entergy." since 2001, entergy shareholders have invested nearly $350 million projects and programs for the benefit our customers and communities in louisiana, arkansas, mississippi and texas. about entergy louisiana entergy louisiana, llc provides electric service to more than 1 million customers in 58 parishes and natural gas service to more than 94,000 customers in baton rouge, louisiana. entergy louisiana is a subsidiary of 沙特vs墨西哥让球, a fortune 500 company. entergy powers life for 3 million customers through our operating companies in arkansas, louisiana, mississippi and texas. we’re investing in the reliability and resilience of the energy system while helping our region transition to cleaner, more efficient energy solutions. with roots in our communities for more than 100 years, entergy is a nationally recognized leader in sustainability and corporate citizenship. since 2018, we have delivered more than $100 million in economic benefits each year to local communities through philanthropy, volunteerism and advocacy. entergy is headquartered in new orleans, louisiana, and has approximately 12,000 employees. about pontchartrain conservancy pontchartrain conservancy, formerly the lake pontchartrain basin foundation, is a new orleans-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to an environmentally sustainable, prosperous and resilient region. our mission is to drive environmental sustainability and stewardship through scientific research, education and advocacy. pontchartrain conservancy consists of a board of directors representing lake pontchartrain basin parishes and regulatory agencies. for more information or to get involved, visit <a href="https://scienceforourcoast.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">scienceforourcoast.org</a>.//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-pontchartrain-conservancy-sweep-pontchartrain-basin-ahead-hurricane-season-1247627743///www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-pontchartrain-conservancy-sweep-pontchartrain-basin-ahead-hurricane-season-1247627743/?665798c2df6957696368a36cwed, 29 may 2024 15:58:00 -0500entergy louisiana's historic expansion of renewable power approved <h4>new solar projects will help drive 2022年世界杯比分 in louisiana</h4> baton rouge, la. – entergy louisiana's proposal to add up to three gigawatts of economic solar power to its generation portfolio has been approved by the louisiana public service commission, marking the largest renewable power expansion in state history. “this approval underscores our commitment to meeting operational and sustainability needs, driving 2022年世界杯比分, and protecting the environment,” said phillip may, entergy louisiana president and ceo. “it's a significant win for the future of our state. i want to thank everyone who helped see this proposal come to fruition, including our local officials and regulators.” the approval authorizes a streamlined procurement and approval process that will enable the construction of several solar resources within louisiana, benefiting local communities through job creation and additional tax revenues. importantly, the addition of clean energy allows the state to attract new industries and jobs that seek clean energy as part of their expansion plans. this initiative aligns with 沙特vs墨西哥让球’s plans for growing its renewable energy resources by 2031 and its commitment to <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/achieving-net-zero-carbon-emissions-by-2050/">achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050</a>. this approval signifies a major milestone in entergy louisiana’s continuing effort to modernize its power generation portfolio, providing cleaner, more efficient, and diverse energy solutions to meet the needs of its customers. there are both economic and environmental considerations for adopting renewable power. solar energy, for example, offers numerous benefits, including reduced greenhouse gas emissions, improved air quality and job creation within the local community. today, nearly 25% of the entergy louisiana’s generation portfolio comes from carbon-free resources, including nuclear and renewable technologies. entergy louisiana’s long-term vision includes further investments in clean energy infrastructure, especially utility-scale solar because it is becoming more economic. the company’s vision also includes further investments in energy efficiency programs and partnerships with local stakeholders to promote sustainability and resilience. currently, entergy louisiana has approximately 230 megawatts of renewable resources, including the <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/capital-region-solar-facility-serving-entergy-louisiana-customers/">capital region solar</a> facility, which was the first utility-scale solar project approved by the louisiana public service commission and began delivering power to the grid in october 2020. in january of this year, the louisiana public service commission approved a solar filing consisting of approximately <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-louisiana-receives-approval-for-additional-renewable-power-facilities/">225 mw of renewable projects</a>, bringing the operating company’s total solar portfolio to over 3,800 mw in various stages of development and approval. in addition, the projects will enhance the state’s energy infrastructure, ensuring a reliable power supply to support the burgeoning needs of industry and businesses who do or will call louisiana home. to learn more about our renewable energy generation growth, visit <a href="https://www.entergy.com/renewable-energy/">entergy.com/renewable-energy</a>. about entergy louisiana entergy louisiana, llc provides electric service to more than 1 million customers in 58 parishes and natural gas service to more than 94,000 customers in baton rouge, louisiana. entergy louisiana is a subsidiary of 沙特vs墨西哥让球 (nyse: etr), a fortune 500 company. entergy powers life for 3 million customers through our operating companies in arkansas, louisiana, mississippi and texas. we’re investing in the reliability and resilience of the energy system while helping our region transition to cleaner, more efficient energy solutions. with roots in our communities for more than 100 years, entergy is a nationally recognized leader in sustainability and corporate citizenship. since 2018, we have delivered more than $100 million in economic benefits each year to local communities through philanthropy, volunteerism and advocacy. entergy is headquartered in new orleans, louisiana, and has approximately 12,000 employees.//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-louisianas-historic-expansion-renewable-power-approved///www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-louisianas-historic-expansion-renewable-power-approved/?664e0eead14669649002dcf3wed, 22 may 2024 10:24:00 -0500entergy new orleans and entergy louisiana urge customers to get storm ready new orleans – hurricane season officially begins on june 1, and entergy new orleans and entergy louisiana are encouraging all customers to join us as we prepare for the upcoming storm season. storms are impacting our region more frequently with increasing intensity. weather forecasters are predicting a very active 2024 hurricane season with 24 named storms, 11 of which will become hurricanes and 6 of which will reach category 3 status or stronger. the company encourages customers to start making safety preparations now to minimize storm impacts. to enhance the reliability of our service, entergy proactively invests in strengthening and upgrading our power delivery system. the company continuously works to minimize the risk of storm-related outages by enhancing existing infrastructure, deploying animal and vegetation mitigation measures, rebuilding significant portions of the grid, and accelerating the transition to a smart grid. since 2019, eno has spent over $35m in making our grid more reliable. these investments harden the grid against more frequent and intense weather events. “our dedicated group of operations employees and contractors are committed to creating a more resilient grid that provides customers with the reliability they expect and deserve” said steven benyard, entergy’s vice president of reliability. “at entergy, we are intentional and strategic about where and how improvements are made.” for more information and updates on entergy’s reliability projects, visit <a href="https://www.entergy.com/reliability/">reliability updates</a>. stay prepared staying storm ready is a full-time commitment. when anticipating severe weather, entergy uses computer models and past storm data to forecast potential damage to our power delivery system. using these estimates, entergy proactively deploys restoration teams in areas experiencing extreme weather to safely restore power as quickly as possible. “safety is our top priority. we encourage customers to remain safe and to have a plan in place when severe weather strikes,” stated nyka scott, vice president, customer service at entergy new orleans. “don’t wait to get the materials you need to secure your home. take time to assemble a storm kit for emergency situations and create an evacuation plan if flooding is forecasted in your area.” learn how to make an emergency kit and get important safety tips at the <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/storm-center/safety/">entergy storm center</a>. <ul> <li><a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/storm-center/hurricanes/">hurricane prep</a>: planning can help.</li> <li><a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/storm-center/plankit/">get prepared</a>: make a plan, make a kit.</li> <li><a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/storm-center/mobile-phone/">your mobile phone</a>: a lifeline during a disaster.</li> <li><a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/storm-center/safety/">stay safe</a>: safety after the storm.</li> <li><a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/storm-center/generators/">generator safety</a>: know the hazards.</li> <li><a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/storm-center/extreme-heat/">extreme heat</a>: know the signs.</li> </ul> stay informed knowing what’s happening around you will help you make more informed storm-related decisions. get current news and updates on entergy’s restoration efforts by: <ul> <li>downloading the <a href="https://www.entergy.com/app/">entergy app</a>. customers can use the app to report outages or check on the status of power at their home or business.</li> <li>checking our <a href="http://www.entergy.com/viewoutages">view outage</a> website. maps show where outages are located and give information about restoration progress.</li> <li>following us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/entergynola/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">facebook</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/entergynola" target="_blank" rel="noopener">twitter</a>. social media also plays an important role in keeping you informed, and we place a high priority on updating company’s social media channels throughout an event. </li> <li>signing up for <a href="https://www.entergytext.com/">notifications</a> about storm and restoration efforts by texting reg to 36778.</li> <li>visiting the <a href="http://entergystormcenter.com/">entergy storm center</a> website. the site has storm safety, preparation and restoration information that is updated throughout the day.</li> <li>downloading the <a href="https://www.entergy.com/pdfs/stormreadyguide.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">operation: storm ready guide</a>. this guide will help you plan and prepare for weather emergencies. versions are available in <a href="https://cdn.entergynewsroom.com/userfiles/docs/storm_flier_spanish.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">spanish</a> and <a href="https://cdn.entergynewsroom.com/userfiles/docs/storm_flyer_vietnamese.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">vietnamese</a>.</li> </ul> verify contact information verify or update your contact information at <a href="https://www.myentergy.com/s/">myentergy.com</a> to receive the most up-to-date information during weather events. about entergy new orleans entergy new orleans, llc is an electric and gas utility that serves louisiana’s orleans parish. the company provides electricity to more than 209,000 customers and natural gas to more than 110,000 customers. both companies are subsidiaries of 沙特vs墨西哥让球, a fortune 500 company that powers life for 3 million customers through operating companies in arkansas, louisiana, mississippi and texas. we’re investing in the reliability and resilience of the energy system while helping our region transition to cleaner, more efficient energy solutions. with roots in our communities for more than 100 years, entergy is a nationally recognized leader in sustainability and corporate citizenship. since 2018, we have delivered more than $100 million in economic benefits each year to local communities through philanthropy, volunteerism and advocacy. entergy is headquartered in new orleans, louisiana, and has approximately 12,000 employees. about entergy louisiana entergy louisiana, llc provides electric service to more than 1 million customers in 58 parishes and natural gas service to more than 94,000 customers in baton rouge, louisiana.//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-new-orleans-entergy-louisiana-urge-customers-get-storm-ready///www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-new-orleans-entergy-louisiana-urge-customers-get-storm-ready/?663d20d9df695701e973cd38thu, 09 may 2024 14:03:00 -0500entergy ceo shares bold vision for improving stakeholder outcomes at annual meeting new orleans – entergy is supporting customer growth, expectations for cleaner energy, growing reliability and resilience needs, while balancing affordability for its customers, said chair and chief executive officer drew marsh, during the company’s 75th annual meeting of shareholders today. “as we look ahead, we see unprecedented growth potential for our company and our region stemming from a number of factors, including strong industrial sales,” said marsh. “this growth has been driven by industrial manufacturing investments along the gulf coast area, which has advantages unmatched anywhere else that are driving investment to our region.” regarding entergy’s customers’ desire to achieve their own carbon reduction goals, marsh added that the company is “focused on capturing that tremendous growth opportunity for the benefit of all our customers. we’re meeting our customers’ growing reliability and resilience needs, all while balancing bill affordability for our customers. together, we’re writing a growth story for the entergy of tomorrow.” to meet our customers’ expectations, entergy has built its capital plan across generation, transmission and distribution investments. entergy is focused on initiatives to improve outcomes for all stakeholders, including the completion of major rate filings and decisions, operational investments, and continued progress on several key customer solutions like green tariffs, renewable energy and other carbon-free energy projects. marsh cited several achievements for the business in 2023: <ul> <li>“entergy's generation fleet had an outstanding year while maintaining a focus on safety. even with challenges from <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/storm-center/article/hottest-day-on-earth-recorded-summer/">record-breaking heat</a> last summer, we achieved our best forced outage rate since 2011. not only did we meet our customers' demands, we also exported power to other utilities during the moments that mattered.”</li> <li>“2023 was a strong year for customer growth. we signed 61 new electric service agreements, representing more than 1.3 gigawatts of generation capacity. and, driven by customer interest, we continued to invest in renewable energy and other clean technology solutions. we now have more than 900 megawatts in service and approximately 2,100 megawatts of <a href="https://www.entergy.com/renewable-energy/">renewable energy projects</a> are approved or under construction.”</li> <li>“entergy mississippi will soon provide power to support the <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/historic-10b-planned-investment-benefit-entergy-mississippi-customers/">single largest capital investment</a> in the state of mississippi’s history. a $10 billion planned investment by amazon web services, or aws, which received supportive legislation finalized by mississippi lawmakers earlier this year, will bring new jobs and 2022年世界杯比分 opportunities to the state.”</li> <li>“our customers are very interested in resilience investment, and our stakeholder engagement focus on resilience in 2023 has led to important milestones in early 2024. those include approval by the new orleans city council to invest in important hardening, battery and microgrid <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-new-orleans-selected-for-55-million-federal-grant-from-department-energy/">investments in new orleans east</a> with the support of approximately $55 million of grants through the federal infrastructure investment and jobs act. in addition, the louisiana public service commission recently approved $1.9 billion of investment over the next five years to support roughly <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/phase-one-entergy-louisiana-s-comprehensive-grid-resilience-plan-approved-by-lpsc/">2,100 individual resilience projects</a> across the state. these are the first critical steps to improve our network to meet changing customer expectations for reliability and resilience in an information economy and an increasingly hostile weather environment.”</li> <li>“we again <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-reports-2023-financial-results-initiates-2024-guidance/">delivered</a> steady and predictable growth last year, with adjusted earnings per share once again exceeding our original expectations. we also <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-announces-increase-in-quarterly-dividend-shareholders/">grew</a> our quarterly dividend per share by approximately 6% and, importantly, we met our credit metric targets.”</li> </ul> read about our growth opportunities ahead and view additional milestones from last year in our <a href="https://performancereport.entergy.com/">2023 performance report</a>. other business additional business conducted during today’s shareholder meeting: <ul> <li>entergy shareholders elected all 11 nominees to the company’s <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/board/">board of directors</a>.</li> <li>two management proposals related to the appointment of the company’s independent public accountants and executive compensation were voted on and approved by shareholders.</li> <li>marsh responded to several shareholder questions on a range of topics, including the company’s progress on grid resilience efforts and artificial intelligence.</li> </ul> a replay of the meeting and responses to questions will be published on entergy’s <a href="https://investors.entergy.com/">investor relations website</a> next week. about entergy entergy (nyse: etr) is a fortune 500 company that powers life for 3 million customers through our operating companies in arkansas, louisiana, mississippi and texas. we’re investing in the reliability and resilience of the energy system while helping our region transition to cleaner, more efficient energy solutions. with roots in our communities for more than 100 years, entergy is a nationally recognized leader in sustainability and corporate citizenship. since 2018, we have delivered more than $100 million in economic benefits each year to local communities through philanthropy, volunteerism and advocacy. entergy is headquartered in new orleans, louisiana, and has approximately 12,000 employees. learn more at <a href="https://www.entergy.com/">entergy.com</a> and connect with <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/social/">@entergy</a> on social media. #wepowerlife cautionary note regarding forward-looking statements in this news release, and from time to time, 沙特vs墨西哥让球 makes certain “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the private securities litigation reform act of 1995. such forward-looking statements include, among other things, statements regarding entergy’s current financial and operational outlooks; industrial load growth outlooks; statements regarding its resilience plans, goals, beliefs, or expectations; and other statements of entergy’s plans, beliefs, or expectations included in this news release. readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which apply only as of the date of this news release. except to the extent required by the federal securities laws, entergy undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise. forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks, uncertainties, and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in such forward-looking statements, including (a) those factors discussed elsewhere in this news release and in entergy’s most recent annual report on form 10-k, any subsequent quarterly reports on form 10-q, and entergy’s other reports and filings made under the securities exchange act of 1934; (b) uncertainties associated with (1) rate proceedings, formula rate plans, and other cost recovery mechanisms, including the risk that costs may not be recoverable to the extent or on the timeline anticipated by the utilities and (2) implementation of the ratemaking effects of changes in law; (c) uncertainties associated with (1) realizing the benefits of its resilience plan, including impacts of the frequency and intensity of future storms and storm paths, as well as the pace of project completion and (2) efforts to remediate the effects of major storms and recover related restoration costs; (d) risks associated with operating nuclear facilities, including plant relicensing, operating, and regulatory costs and risks; (e) changes in decommissioning trust fund values or earnings or in the timing or cost of decommissioning entergy’s nuclear plant sites; (f) legislative and regulatory actions and risks and uncertainties associated with claims or litigation by or against entergy and its subsidiaries; (g) risks and uncertainties associated with executing on business strategies, including strategic transactions that entergy or its subsidiaries may undertake and the risk that any such transaction may not be completed as and when expected and the risk that the anticipated benefits of the transaction may not be realized; (h) direct and indirect impacts to entergy or its customers from pandemics, terrorist attacks, geopolitical conflicts, cybersecurity threats, data security breaches, or other attempts to disrupt entergy’s business or operations, and/or other catastrophic events; and (i) effects on entergy or its customers of (1) changes in federal, state, or local laws and regulations and other governmental actions or policies, including changes in monetary, fiscal, tax, environmental, or energy policies; (2) the effects of changes in commodity markets, capital markets, or economic conditions; and (3) the effects of technological change, including the costs, pace of development, and commercialization of new and emerging technologies.//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-ceo-shares-bold-vision-for-improving-stakeholder-outcomes-at-annual-meeting///www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-ceo-shares-bold-vision-for-improving-stakeholder-outcomes-at-annual-meeting/?663546aedf69576d3c4ae353fri, 03 may 2024 15:45:00 -0500phase one of entergy louisiana’s comprehensive grid resilience plan approved by lpsc <h4>2,100 projects aimed at reducing restoration costs and enabling faster community recovery following storms</h4> baton rouge, la. – phase one of entergy louisiana’s comprehensive grid resilience plan was approved at today’s louisiana public service commission meeting in many, louisiana. the plan, which will take place over five years, aims to fortify electric infrastructure across the state, making the company’s power grid and the communities that depend on it more resilient, while safeguarding louisiana’s economic well-being. “our resilience plan is a proactive approach that will help bring more of our electric infrastructure up to higher standards, keep pace with mother nature and protect what matters most — customers, homes and businesses within the communities we serve,” said phillip may, entergy louisiana president and ceo. “although we have been building resilience into our power grid for years, we must accelerate those efforts now in light of the reality that storms are becoming more frequent and severe.” phase one of the company’s resilience plan includes 2,100 projects aimed at reinforcing critical structures on both the transmission and distribution systems. these projects, touching approximately 69,000 structures, are projected to yield a benefit-cost ratio of almost 9:1, indicating that the benefits will far outweigh the costs. the company used a data-driven approach to meticulously evaluate thousands of potential storm scenarios to identify projects, many of which involve replacing existing utility poles with stronger ones designed to withstand higher winds and more extreme weather events. the anticipated benefits of the resilience plan include approximately $1.2 billion in avoided future storm restoration costs, improvements in the everyday reliability of electric service and customer savings related to shortening post-storm outages. by mitigating the restoration costs and outages resulting from future extreme weather events, the plan will help shorten evacuations and time away from home and work, ultimately helping louisiana communities get back on their feet more quickly. may added, "louisiana and its people have long had a spirit of resilience and today’s bold and historic approval by the louisiana public service commission, greenlighting efforts to harden our power grid, only strengthens that notion.” while phase one of the resilience plan is estimated to cost approximately $1.9 billion over five years, the initial monthly bill increase for a residential customer using approximately 1,000 kwh would be around 57 cents, steadily increasing to approximately $7 a month at the end of the five-year period, and then gradually decreasing over time. these costs will be reflected on monthly bills as an individual resilience program rider starting at the end of this year or early next year. simultaneously, the company will continue aggressively seeking and applying for federal grants that, if received, would be applied toward the cost of the plan approved by the commission and lower costs for all customers. to ensure transparency and accountability, entergy louisiana will provide quarterly monitoring and construction reports and be subject to an unprecedented pole performance metric. if the new poles installed by the company do not withstand future storms as designed, bill credits would be provided to customers based on criteria that include failure percentages and pole material type. to learn more about how entergy is working to create a brighter, more resilient louisiana, visit <a href="https://www.entergy.com/brightfuturela/">entergy.com/brightfuturela</a>. about entergy louisiana entergy louisiana, llc provides electricity to more than 1.1 million customers in 58 parishes and natural gas service to approximately 95,000 customers in baton rouge, louisiana. entergy louisiana is a subsidiary of 沙特vs墨西哥让球, a fortune 500 electric company. entergy powers life for 3 million customers through our operating companies in arkansas, louisiana, mississippi and texas. we’re investing in the reliability and resilience of the energy system while helping our region transition to cleaner, more efficient energy solutions. with roots in our communities for more than 100 years, entergy is a nationally recognized leader in sustainability and corporate citizenship. since 2018, we have delivered more than $100 million in economic benefits each year to local communities through philanthropy, volunteerism and advocacy. entergy is headquartered in new orleans, louisiana, and has approximately 12,000 employees. for the latest news from entergy louisiana, visit the <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/our-companies/louisiana/">newsroom</a> and connect with <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/social/">@entergyla</a> on social media.//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/phase-one-entergy-louisiana-s-comprehensive-grid-resilience-plan-approved-by-lpsc///www.dcsportsinc.com/news/phase-one-entergy-louisiana-s-comprehensive-grid-resilience-plan-approved-by-lpsc/?6622b9f2df69573342630990fri, 19 apr 2024 13:32:00 -0500entergy applies for grant funds to make electric system in baton rouge and reserve more resilient baton rouge, la. – entergy louisiana today filed two grant applications that would, if approved, secure approximately $240 million to harden portions of the company’s electric system in baton rouge and reserve. the two proposed line hardening and microgrid projects would help speed up restoration and recovery efforts following storms, reducing overall impacts to customers and local economies and making our communities more resilient. the funding opportunities entergy is pursuing are made available by the bipartisan infrastructure law through the u.s. department of energy’s grip (grid resilience and innovative partnerships) program. the federal agency is expected to announce final awards this fall, and winning submissions will receive funding for half of the project’s cost. “this initiative underscores our unwavering commitment to enhancing the resilience of our power grid while simultaneously investing in the communities we serve,” said phillip may, entergy louisiana president and ceo. “through strategic partnerships and innovative solutions, we are not only safeguarding our infrastructure against future challenges but also empowering our state to thrive.” the gulf south is home to a premier economic hub with many advantages, including world-class infrastructure, access to seven of the top 20 u.s. ports, favorable commodity spreads, workforce availability and a growing industrial customer base. government investments in the resilience of entergy’s electric grid would benefit the entire country, given the company’s critical role in powering national energy security and the global economy through interstate transportation and international commerce. the two projects presented in these applications, if funding is approved by the doe, would better serve entergy’s customers through hardening of grid infrastructure, microgrid components and improved grid resilience for disadvantaged communities. any federal grants received would directly benefit customers. complementing the infrastructure upgrades, in both baton rouge and reserve, a community benefits working group comprising local stakeholders will oversee a $2 million community benefits plan, prioritizing initiatives such as creating meaningful job opportunities, supporting diverse vendors, ensuring food stability, and fostering educational programs for youth workforce development. to learn more about the entergy’s continued commitment to resilience and reliability, visit <a href="https://www.entergy.com/brightfuturela/">entergy.com/brightfuturela</a>. about entergy louisiana entergy louisiana, llc provides electric service to more than 1 million customers in 58 parishes and natural gas service to more than 94,000 customers in baton rouge, louisiana. entergy louisiana is a subsidiary of 沙特vs墨西哥让球 (nyse: etr), an integrated energy company engaged in electric power production, transmission and retail distribution operations. entergy delivers electricity to 3 million utility customers in arkansas, louisiana, mississippi and texas. entergy owns and operates one of the cleanest large-scale u.s. power generating fleets with approximately 24,000 megawatts of electric generating capacity, including 5,000 megawatts of nuclear power. headquartered in new orleans, louisiana, entergy has annual revenues of $10 billion and approximately 12,000 employees.//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-applies-for-grant-funds-make-electric-system-in-baton-rouge-reserve-more-resilient///www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-applies-for-grant-funds-make-electric-system-in-baton-rouge-reserve-more-resilient/?66213832df69576c262eca07thu, 18 apr 2024 10:04:00 -0500energy for a better future: entergy releases 2023 performance report <h4>company demonstrates progress on its climate commitments and a sustainable energy transition for the benefit of all stakeholders</h4> new orleans – today, entergy announced its <a href="https://performancereport.entergy.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">2023 performance report</a>, titled “energy for a better future.” this detailed report integrates a comprehensive overview of the company's 2023 achievements, including financial results with economic, environmental, governance, and social performance and impacts. entergy’s strategic approach, outlined in the report, is designed to drive growth, enhance sustainability and build a more resilient system for the benefit of all our stakeholders. “as we build upon a successful 2023, entergy is well-positioned to amplify our impact and power life in the years ahead,” said drew marsh, entergy’s chair and chief executive officer. “our proactive investments in customer-centric solutions, including system resilience, clean energy and renewables, demonstrate our dedication to meeting evolving customer and community needs. we are nurturing a workforce that not only supports our growth and investments but also mirrors the vibrant diversity of the communities we serve, paving the way for a sustainable energy transition and a brighter future.” highlights from 2023 include: <ul> <li> a customer-centric focus. we’re committed to creating sustainable value for our customers, employees, communities and owners. over the next three years, we plan to invest nearly $19.8 billion in the energy delivery system for the benefit of our customers. affordability for our customers remains a priority, and we’re actively pursuing ways to manage bill growth through programs like the federal low income home energy assistance program and other solutions. </li> <li> creating a cleaner energy future. we continue to make progress on our commitment to net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. we achieved 23% toward our 2030 goal of 50% carbon-free capacity and our utility carbon dioxide emission rate is 38% lower than in 2000, inclusive of purchased power. and approximately 1,900 megawatts of <a href="https://www.entergy.com/renewable-energy/">renewable energy projects</a> are approved and in development. </li> <li> fostering a diverse and talented workforce. we strive to foster an <a href="https://www.entergy.com/about/diversity-inclusion/">inclusive workforce culture</a> that values a diversity of ideas, backgrounds, perspectives and skills. we’re working to increase the diversity of our workforce and management through long-term effective strategies to attract, develop and retain females and racially/ethnically underrepresented employees while maintaining our commitment to hiring the most qualified candidates. </li> <li> empowering our communities. our commitment to corporate social responsibility resulted in an economic impact of nearly $140 million for our customers and communities. through strategic community partnerships, we implemented a range of initiatives aimed at addressing poverty, promoting education and workforce development, providing financial assistance to vulnerable customers, improving our communities and caring for the environment. our dedicated employees played a pivotal role in our economic impact, contributing more than 120,000 hours of volunteer service valued at $3.8 million across our service areas. </li> <li> expanding our region’s economic impact. entergy helped attract or expand 63 2022年世界杯比分 projects to our utility service area representing a capital investment in local communities of more than $17.7 billion and 3,316 new jobs in our region. </li> <li> delivering on our financial commitments. financially, we again delivered steady, predictable <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-reports-2023-financial-results-initiates-2024-guidance/">financial growth</a> that benefited our stakeholders. we grew our quarterly dividend per share by approximately 6% and we finished in the top half of our guidance range. this was the eighth year in a row that our financial results have come in above our guidance midpoint. </li> </ul> <a href="https://performancereport.entergy.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">explore the report</a> to see our progress and learn how we provide energy for a better future. about entergy entergy (nyse: etr) is a fortune 500 company that powers life for 3 million customers through our operating companies in arkansas, louisiana, mississippi and texas. we’re investing in the reliability and resilience of the energy system while helping our region transition to cleaner, more efficient energy solutions. with roots in our communities for more than 100 years, entergy is a nationally recognized leader in sustainability and corporate citizenship. since 2018, we have delivered more than $100 million in economic benefits each year to local communities through philanthropy, volunteerism and advocacy. entergy is headquartered in new orleans, louisiana, and has approximately 12,000 employees. learn more at <a href="https://www.entergy.com/">entergy.com</a> and follow <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/social/">@entergy</a> on social media. #wepowerlife forward-looking information entergy’s statements concerning its environmental plans, goals, beliefs and expectations, including statements regarding its capital plans and climate transition goals or commitments, and other statements of entergy’s plans, beliefs, or expectations included in this news release are “forward-looking statements” which apply only as of the dates indicated. forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in such forward-looking statements, including, among other things, uncertainties associated with regulatory proceedings and other cost recovery mechanisms; operation and relicensing of nuclear facilities; major storms and other catastrophic events; risks associated with executing on our business strategies; effects of changes in laws, regulations or policies; risks and uncertainties associated with executing on business strategies; the effects of technological change, including the costs, pace of development and commercialization of new and emerging technologies, uncertainties and other factors discussed in entergy’s most recent annual report or form 10-k and subsequent reports and filings made under the securities exchange act of 1934.//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/energy-for-better-future-entergy-releases-2023-performance-report///www.dcsportsinc.com/news/energy-for-better-future-entergy-releases-2023-performance-report/?660c015bdf695744fc5f5e0awed, 03 apr 2024 09:00:00 -0500entergy aims to power economic progress through new infrastructure editor's note: a copy of the filing made with the louisiana public service commission can be <a href="https://cdn.entergy-louisiana.com/userfiles/content/future/application-west-bank-230kv-project.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">found here</a>. <h4>company’s blueprint to support burgeoning needs of businesses and industry</h4> jefferson, la. – to power the state’s economic progress from metairie to monroe, baton rouge, lake charles and beyond, entergy louisiana will begin executing a strategic blueprint for building new electric infrastructure that meets the burgeoning needs of businesses and industry to power job growth throughout the state. louisiana has a generational opportunity that is set to create new jobs, new investment and additional revenues for local governments as local business and industries and new companies seek to grow in our state. it is an opportunity that is being driven, in large part, by what the state already has to offer such as prime operating locations along waterways like the mississippi river and access to the gulf of mexico, as well as the availability of a well-trained workforce, feedstocks and clean, reliable and affordable power. in response, entergy is doing its part to support 2022年世界杯比分 and the communities it serves by powering this opportunity with investments in all levels of its power grid. this investment is in addition to entergy’s long-standing investment in job training programs in louisiana to develop and prepare a workforce that will benefit from this economic growth opportunity. at the transmission level, entergy plans to build a new 500/230kv substation in iberville parish and nearly 60 miles of new 230kv transmission lines that would cross five parishes from iberville to jefferson. these transmission components were included in a filing made recently with the louisiana public service commission; it is one of several related filings entergy plans to make this year with the commission. “louisiana industries all across our state have steadfastly supported our workforce and local communities for many years,” said phillip may, entergy louisiana president and ceo. “at entergy, we are committed to sustaining a partnership with them by meeting their growing demand for clean, reliable and affordable power.” in addition to the transmission-related filing, entergy has proposed a <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-louisiana-files-proposed-10-year-entergy-future-ready-resilience-plan/">comprehensive resilience plan</a> that, if approved by the commission, would upgrade transmission- and distribution-level electric equipment across its louisiana service territory. this plan would strengthen the power grid for the benefit of all customers and help protect local communities and economy from future weather threats. on the generation side, the company is also taking steps to make sure customers have access to clean energy through renewable sources. increasingly, companies are turning to their utility provider to help them meet sustainability goals, and to do this, entergy has gotten innovative by electrifying ports, for example, and is working to develop the largest <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-seeking-boost-economic-development-in-louisiana-through-renewable-power-expansion/">expansion of renewable power</a> in louisiana history. in addition, the company is making sure it can balance supply and demand by maintaining a diverse mix of generation resources that include not only renewables, but also nuclear and natural gas. to meet the unique needs of customers near the coast that are vital to local and national economies, the company recently <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/bayou-power-station-proposed-enhance-coastal-reliability-resilience/">filed a request to construct a floating natural gas power plant</a> that would be called bayou power station. to learn more about how entergy louisiana is working to create a bright future for our state, visit <a href="https://www.entergy.com/brightfuturela/">entergy.com/brightfuturela</a>. about entergy louisiana entergy louisiana, llc provides electric service to more than 1 million customers in 58 parishes and natural gas service to more than 94,000 customers in baton rouge, louisiana. entergy louisiana is a subsidiary of 沙特vs墨西哥让球 (nyse: etr), an integrated energy company engaged in electric power production, transmission and retail distribution operations. entergy delivers electricity to 3 million utility customers in arkansas, louisiana, mississippi and texas. entergy owns and operates one of the cleanest large-scale u.s. power generating fleets with approximately 24,000 megawatts of electric generating capacity, including 5,000 megawatts of nuclear power. headquartered in new orleans, louisiana, entergy has annual revenues of $10 billion and approximately 12,000 employees.//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-aims-power-economic-progress-through-new-infrastructure///www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-aims-power-economic-progress-through-new-infrastructure/?6601ed7709e24baf89046c2cmon, 25 mar 2024 16:30:00 -0500bayou power station proposed to enhance coastal reliability and resilience <h4>112-megawatt facility would support area vital to local and national economies</h4> baton rouge, la. – entergy louisiana filed a request with the louisiana public service commission for approval to construct the bayou power station. this transformative project represents a significant investment in the region's energy infrastructure, aimed at bolstering resilience and reliability for communities and industries along the coast that are vital to local and national economies. the proposed $411 million bayou power station would be a 112-megawatt floating natural gas power station, equipped with black-start capability and the ability to rapidly start- up and ramp-down. situated atop a barge across from a substation in leeville, the power station would play a crucial role in supporting areas like port fourchon, golden meadow, leeville and grand isle through a microgrid system. while providing jobs and commodities, these areas, which are part of what is referred to as the bayou region, play a vital role in our nation’s energy security. for example, hundreds of companies use port fourchon, which services 95% of the gulf of mexico’s deepwater energy production and handles 10-15% of the nation’s domestic and foreign oil, as a base of operation. meanwhile, the strip from golden meadow to grand isle serves as a hub for the seafood industry, which accounts for one out of every 70 jobs in louisiana and has a multi-billion-dollar annual economic impact. there are also many companies in the area that provide manufacturing and other services to both the energy and seafood industries. key components of entergy louisiana’s overall project would include the construction of bayou power station, expansion of the leeville substation and transmission connections to ensure seamless power delivery. the microgrid system would provide essential backup power during outages, serving a diverse mix of residential, commercial and industrial customers, including vital industries located at port fourchon. "whether you’re located in a big city, small town or along the coast, entergy louisiana is committed to providing our customers with affordable and reliable power," said phillip may, entergy louisiana president and ceo. “our customers in areas like grand isle, golden meadow and port fourchon play an important role in our state’s tourism and seafood industries and energy sector, and the bayou power station is a unique solution to meeting their power needs into the future.” the bayou power station aligns with entergy louisiana's strategy to integrate various energy resources — including natural gas, nuclear and renewables — to balance supply and demand effectively. further, the project would support a more reliable and resilient energy ecosystem, capable of meeting the unique needs of customers in an area with challenging geography and aiding in recovery efforts following major storms. the addition of bayou power station would complement projects that have been completed over the past couple years to build resilience into the electric system near the coast. some examples of these projects include the <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-local-officials-community-members-celebrate-future-power-in-grand-isle/">caminada substation</a>, which was elevated 20 feet off the ground on a concrete platform; <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-louisiana-completes-transmission-upgrade-in-lafourche-parish/">upgrading around seven miles of transmission lines</a> with about 80 steel structures between cut off and golden meadow; and <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-completes-longest-underground-project-in-company-history/">undergrounding around eight miles of distribution lines</a> along louisiana highway 1 from leeville to grand isle and taking strategic steps to fortify the overhead electric system in the area. to learn more about how entergy is creating a brighter future in louisiana, visit <a href="https://www.entergy.com/brightfuturela/">entergy.com/brightfuturela</a>. about entergy louisiana entergy louisiana, llc provides electric service to more than 1 million customers in 58 parishes and natural gas service to more than 96,000 customers in baton rouge, louisiana. entergy louisiana is a subsidiary of 沙特vs墨西哥让球, a fortune 500 company. entergy powers life for 3 million customers through our operating companies in arkansas, louisiana, mississippi and texas. we’re investing in the reliability and resilience of the energy system while helping our region transition to cleaner, more efficient energy solutions. with roots in our communities for more than 100 years, entergy is a nationally recognized leader in sustainability and corporate citizenship. since 2018, we have delivered more than $100 million in economic benefits each year to local communities through philanthropy, volunteerism and advocacy. entergy is headquartered in new orleans, louisiana, and has approximately 12,000 employees.//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/bayou-power-station-proposed-enhance-coastal-reliability-resilience///www.dcsportsinc.com/news/bayou-power-station-proposed-enhance-coastal-reliability-resilience/?65e88814df695745ea1d9b1cwed, 06 mar 2024 09:13:00 -0600entergy louisiana celebrates solar-powered milestone <h4>for the first time in the company's history, renewable power has surpassed coal in energy production</h4> baton rouge, la. – entergy louisiana is proud to announce that the company has reached a new milestone in its commitment to using sustainable energy solutions to make its generation portfolio even cleaner while fostering 2022年世界杯比分. for the first time in the company's history, renewable power has surpassed coal in energy production. according to data from the company’s 2023 power generation report, renewable energy production totaled over 1.1 million megawatt-hours (mwh), exceeding coal's output of just over 900,000 mwh during the same period. this milestone underscores the increasing role of renewable energy sources in louisiana's energy mix as well as economics that favor cleaner generating resources such as modern gas. "this achievement reflects entergy louisiana's unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship and innovation," said phillip may, entergy louisiana president and ceo. "we are proud to lead the way in transitioning towards cleaner energy sources while continuing to deliver reliable and affordable power to our customers." there are both economic and environmental considerations for adopting renewable power. solar energy, for example, offers numerous benefits, including reduced greenhouse gas emissions, improved air quality and job creation within the local community. today, nearly 25% of the company’s generation portfolio comes from carbon-free resources, including nuclear and renewable technologies. entergy louisiana’s long-term vision includes further investments in clean energy infrastructure, especially utility-scale solar because it is becoming more economic and dependable. the company’s vision also includes further investments in energy efficiency programs and partnerships with local stakeholders to promote sustainability and resilience. currently, entergy louisiana has approximately 230 megawatts of renewable resources, including the <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/capital-region-solar-facility-serving-entergy-louisiana-customers/">capital region solar</a> facility, which began delivering power to the grid in october 2020. in january of this year, the louisiana public service commission approved a solar filing consisting of approximately <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-louisiana-receives-approval-for-additional-renewable-power-facilities/">225 mw of renewable projects</a>, bringing the operating company’s total solar portfolio to over 3,000 mw in various stages of development and approval. these newly approved solar developments in louisiana are consistent with 沙特vs墨西哥让球’s plans for as much as 15 to 17 gigawatts of renewable resources by the end of 2031. the company previously announced a commitment to <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/achieving-net-zero-carbon-emissions-by-2050/">achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050</a>. “we recognize the importance of collaboration and engagement with customers, regulators and community partners in achieving our sustainability goals,” added may. “by working together, we can create a brighter, cleaner future for generations to come.” in addition, the projects will enhance the state’s energy infrastructure, ensuring a reliable power supply to support the burgeoning needs of industry and businesses who do or will call louisiana home. to learn more about our renewable energy generation growth, visit <a href="https://www.entergy.com/renewable-energy/">entergy.com/renewable-energy</a>. about entergy louisiana entergy louisiana, llc provides electric service to more than 1 million customers in 58 parishes and natural gas service to more than 94,000 customers in baton rouge, louisiana. entergy louisiana is a subsidiary of 沙特vs墨西哥让球 (nyse: etr), a fortune 500 company. entergy powers life for 3 million customers through our operating companies in arkansas, louisiana, mississippi and texas. we’re investing in the reliability and resilience of the energy system while helping our region transition to cleaner, more efficient energy solutions. with roots in our communities for more than 100 years, entergy is a nationally recognized leader in sustainability and corporate citizenship. since 2018, we have delivered more than $100 million in economic benefits each year to local communities through philanthropy, volunteerism and advocacy. entergy is headquartered in new orleans, louisiana, and has approximately 12,000 employees.//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-louisiana-celebrates-solar-powered-milestone///www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-louisiana-celebrates-solar-powered-milestone/?65d505f7253679294a06240ftue, 20 feb 2024 14:00:00 -0600customers encouraged to be storm ready with entergy ahead of spring weather <h4>feb. 11-17 recognized as severe weather preparedness week in louisiana</h4> new orleans, la. – spring weather is welcomed for its sunny skies and cool breezes, but the season has also proven to bring dangerously irregular storms. that is why entergy stays storm ready year-round and is encouraging its customers to do the same. ahead of the seasonal switch, louisiana has declared feb. 11-17 severe weather preparedness week. entergy louisiana and entergy new orleans are encouraging customers to observe the week by making a plan, keeping a kit and staying informed. the companies’ crews and contractors plan and train for <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/storm-center/preparation/">storm readiness</a> year-round, which aides us in restoring power as safely and quickly as possible. they also perform routine inspections of electric infrastructure and trim trees away from power lines and improve and upgrade equipment to reduce the likelihood of outages from severe weather. as severe weather threatens, we monitor, mobilize and act. we are encouraging customers to be just as prepared ahead of any spring storms by: <ul> <li><a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/storm-center/plankit/">making a plan</a> – sit down with your family and share all emergency contact information, so everyone knows how and who to alert. if your household depends on <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/storm-center/medical/">life-support or other medical equipment</a>, discuss with your physician, including alternate living arrangements, should unplanned, extended outages occur.</li> <li><a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/storm-center/plankit/">keeping a kit nearby</a> – experts agree it is a good idea to have items such as non-perishable food, plenty of water, flashlights, a first aid kit with extra batteries and a portable phone charger on hand and easy to access in case of storms. remember to check the expiration dates on your supplies often and replace the expired items.</li> <li>and keeping up with weather updates – install a smart phone app that will alert you when severe weather is in the area or sign up for emergency alerts on your smartphone. a weather radio with a loud alarm can also help wake you when severe weather threatens overnight.</li> </ul> stay informed knowing how to communicate with entergy louisiana and entergy new orleans after a storm hits is important. there are several ways to report outages and downed power lines: <ul> <li>download our free app for your smartphone at <a href="https://www.entergy.com/app/">entergy.com/app</a>.</li> <li>sign up for <a href="https://cloud.mail.myentergy.com/stay-informed">text alerts</a> by texting reg to 36778 and have your account number and zip code handy. the registration pattern is as follows including spaces: reg (account number) (zip code). once registered, text out to 36778 to report an outage. you can also report an outage online <a href="https://www.myentergy.com/s/reportoutage">as a guest</a>.</li> <li>visit the entergy storm center website and our <a href="https://www.entergy.com/view-outages/">view outages</a></li> <li>call us at 800-9outage (800-968-8243).</li> </ul> for additional information on how you can prepare for severe weather and stay safe before, during and after a storm, visit the <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/storm-center/">entergy storm center</a> and explore the sub-webpages related to preparation, safety and restoration. about entergy louisiana entergy louisiana, llc provides electric service to more than 1 million customers in 58 parishes and natural gas service to more than 94,000 customers in baton rouge, louisiana. about entergy new orleans entergy new orleans, llc is an electric and gas utility that serves louisiana’s orleans parish. the company provides electricity to more than 209,000 customers and natural gas to more than 110,000 customers. both companies are subsidiaries of 沙特vs墨西哥让球, a fortune 500 company that powers life for 3 million customers through operating companies in arkansas, louisiana, mississippi and texas. we’re investing in the reliability and resilience of the energy system while helping our region transition to cleaner, more efficient energy solutions. with roots in our communities for more than 100 years, entergy is a nationally recognized leader in sustainability and corporate citizenship. since 2018, we have delivered more than $100 million in economic benefits each year to local communities through philanthropy, volunteerism and advocacy. entergy is headquartered in new orleans, louisiana, and has approximately 12,000 employees.//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/customers-encouraged-storm-ready-with-entergy-ahead-spring-weather///www.dcsportsinc.com/news/customers-encouraged-storm-ready-with-entergy-ahead-spring-weather/?65ccc6301d745802800903f1wed, 14 feb 2024 07:56:00 -0600entergy louisiana announces super tax day events for customers, offering free tax assistance baton rouge, la. – this february, entergy louisiana will sponsor <a href="https://www.entergy.com/freetaxhelp/">super tax day events</a> to offer free tax preparation and support for qualified customers. entergy customers can receive assistance from irs-certified volunteers, ensuring a smooth and hassle-free income tax filing experience. "our super tax day events are an important part of our commitment to supporting our customers and communities," said phillip may, entergy louisiana president and ceo. "we understand that tax season can be a challenging time of year for many of our customers. so, we want to make sure they have access to the resources and assistance they need to navigate the process successfully." during the super tax day events, customers will also be able to access valuable resources and information on tax credits and deductions they may be eligible for, including the federal earned income tax credit. the earned income tax credit is one of the nation’s most effective means of lifting americans out of poverty. entergy’s tax preparation volunteers will help customers determine if they are eligible for this and other tax credits, maximizing their tax refunds. in addition to tax preparation, customers will also receive information on how to sign-up for <a href="https://www.entergy.com/csr/kids/">kids to college</a>, a free child savings account powered by entergy. when families sign their child up for an account through the kids to college program, entergy will contribute $50 and will match any savings in the account up to $365 this year. the super tax day events will take place at locations throughout louisiana, making it convenient for customers to take advantage of this free and valuable service. customers unable to attend an event in their area can still receive free, in-person tax preparation services by scheduling an appointment at one of the entergy-sponsored <a href="https://www.entergy.com/freetaxhelp/">volunteer income tax assistance sites</a>, or vita, through april 15. entergy louisiana’s super tax day dates, time and locations are: <ul> <li>february 3 | east baton rouge main library goodwood | 7711 goodwood blvd | 8 am – 3pm</li> <li>february 3 | uwsela prosperity center, bogalusa campus | 432 ave u | 10am – 2pm</li> <li>february 24 | north regional library | 5101 n university ave | 10am – 1pm</li> <li>february 24 | hispanic apostolate | 2525 main ave | 9am – 4pm</li> </ul> for more than 15 years, entergy has provided free tax preparation for low-to-moderate income customers at vita sites throughout the entergy region, including locations across louisiana. about entergy louisiana entergy louisiana, llc provides electric service to more than 1 million customers in 58 parishes and natural gas service to more than 94,000 customers in baton rouge, louisiana. entergy louisiana is a subsidiary of 沙特vs墨西哥让球 (nyse: etr), an integrated energy company engaged in electric power production, transmission and retail distribution operations. entergy delivers electricity to 3 million utility customers in arkansas, louisiana, mississippi and texas. entergy owns and operates one of the cleanest large-scale u.s. power generating fleets with approximately 24,000 megawatts of electric generating capacity, including 5,000 megawatts of nuclear power. headquartered in new orleans, louisiana, entergy has annual revenues of $10 billion and approximately 12,000 employees.//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-louisiana-announces-super-tax-day-events-for-customers-offering-free-tax-assistance-sup///www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-louisiana-announces-super-tax-day-events-for-customers-offering-free-tax-assistance-sup/?65bcf8dd1d745837183ab1a4fri, 02 feb 2024 08:09:00 -0600entergy louisiana receives approval for additional renewable power facilities baton rouge, la. – to meet customers’ needs for renewable energy, the louisiana public service commission approved the construction of facilities that would add approximately 225 megawatts of solar power to entergy louisiana’s generation portfolio. in 2023, the company sought commission approval of two projects to source more solar energy – one in iberville parish that would account for approximately 175 megawatts, the other in ouachita parish that would be referred to as the sterlington solar facility and account for an additional 49 megawatts. the sterlington solar facility will be constructed adjacent to the site of one of entergy louisiana’s oldest power plants, symbolizing the modernization of the company’s generation fleet to more efficient, cleaner sources of power. the sterlington power station was built and placed into operation in the 1920s and initially produced around 25 megawatts of power. along with the 225 megawatts approved today, the company also has <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-louisiana-receives-approval-purchase-475-mw-solar-power-add-green-tariff-option/">475 megawatts</a> of solar power previously approved by the lpsc with an additional <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-seeking-boost-economic-development-in-louisiana-through-renewable-power-expansion/">3,000 megawatts</a> pending approval. “this is a monumental step toward not only reaching our own sustainability goals, but also helping our customers reach theirs as well,” said phillip may, entergy louisiana president and ceo. “this approval shows how serious we are about helping the state grow through 2022年世界杯比分 and protecting the environment by reducing our carbon footprint. this is not only a win for us, but also for the betterment of louisiana.” currently, entergy louisiana has approximately 230 megawatts of renewable resources that include the <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/capital-region-solar-facility-serving-entergy-louisiana-customers/">capital region solar</a> facility, which began delivering power to the grid in october 2020. along with nuclear generation, nearly 25% of the company’s portfolio comes from carbon-free resources. these newly approved solar developments in louisiana are consistent with 沙特vs墨西哥让球’s commitment to <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/achieving-net-zero-carbon-emissions-by-2050/">achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050</a>. “we continue to work hand and hand with our valued local partners and officials who are helping bring these projects to the finish line,” may added. “i want to thank those who have assisted us with bringing these sites into fruition for the future development of our state.” black &amp; veatch, a global leader in sustainable infrastructure and decarbonization solutions, will provide full engineering, procurement and construction (epc) services to the sterlington project, which will contribute to the local economy with well-paying jobs and local spending. “as demand for zero-emission renewable energy accelerates and reshapes power markets, this project showcases the energy transition in action,” said laszlo von lazar, president of black &amp; veatch’s energy and process industries business. “applying <a href="https://www.bv.com/industries/power-utilities/power-generation/solar-generation-solutions/">our deep expertise in clean energy</a> and turnkey solutions to help entergy bring this opportunity to life and achieve its decarbonization goals also aligns with our proven thought leadership and advanced focus on innovation and sustainability.” in addition, these projects will enhance the state’s energy infrastructure, ensuring a reliable power supply to support the burgeoning needs of businesses who do or will call louisiana home. further, these projects are another milestone in the modernization of entergy’s power generation portfolio, helping meet customers’ needs for cleaner, more efficient and diverse energy solutions. learn more about our renewable energy generation growth at <a href="https://www.entergy.com/renewable-energy/">entergy.com/renewable-energy</a>. about entergy louisiana entergy louisiana, llc provides electric service to more than 1 million customers in 58 parishes and natural gas service to more than 94,000 customers in baton rouge, louisiana. entergy louisiana is a subsidiary of 沙特vs墨西哥让球 (nyse: etr), a fortune 500 company. entergy powers life for 3 million customers through our operating companies in arkansas, louisiana, mississippi and texas. we’re investing in the reliability and resilience of the energy system while helping our region transition to cleaner, more efficient energy solutions. with roots in our communities for more than 100 years, entergy is a nationally recognized leader in sustainability and corporate citizenship. since 2018, we have delivered more than $100 million in economic benefits each year to local communities through philanthropy, volunteerism and advocacy. entergy is headquartered in new orleans, louisiana, and has approximately 12,000 employees. about black &amp; veatch black &amp; veatch is a 100-percent employee-owned global engineering, procurement, consulting and construction company with a more than 100-year track record of innovation in sustainable infrastructure. since 1915, we have helped our clients improve the lives of people around the world by addressing the resilience and reliability of our most important infrastructure assets. follow us on <a href="http://www.bv.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">www.bv.com</a> and on social media.//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-louisiana-receives-approval-for-additional-renewable-power-facilities///www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-louisiana-receives-approval-for-additional-renewable-power-facilities/?65b163badf69570b6f019b2bwed, 24 jan 2024 13:17:00 -0600entergy improving electric system in ponchatoula through substation expansion <h4>substation work builds on several reliability projects performed in south tangipahoa parish</h4> ponchatoula, la. – entergy louisiana is expanding a substation in ponchatoula along highway 22 to improve the electric system that serves approximately 18,000 residential and business customers in the area, including a local hospital. the substation expansion builds on several reliability projects that have been performed in the southern portion of tangipahoa parish over the past couple years. as part of the work, crews expanded the substation yard, built a new control house and additional overhead equipment and installed two new high-voltage breakers. the work at the substation in ponchatoula, as well as relevant work at two other area substations (one in hammond and another in madisonville), will sectionalize the local electric system and make it more resilient. crews anticipate these benefits will be realized in the spring. the work at the substation in ponchatoula is part of entergy louisiana’s ongoing efforts to improve its transmission and distribution systems in tangipahoa parish. it is just one of many projects that are underway or have been completed recently. examples of distribution work that was completed in the last two years include: <ul> <li>tickfaw area – crews upgraded more than two miles of power lines and built a new approximately half-mile power line west of tickfaw that brought a new source of power to the area. in addition, crews installed a regulator bank, which monitors voltage, and a recloser, a smart device that adds automation to the electric system and helps protect it from temporary impacts.</li> <li>hammond, independence and springfield areas– crews strategically replaced or installed fuses, reclosers and regulators to improve the reliability of electric service.</li> <li>ponchatoula area – crews strategically replaced utility poles and equipment like crossarms and insulators at the top of poles and installed five smart devices like reclosers and trip savers. most of this work took place in the northern portion of ponchatoula.</li> </ul> in addition to distribution-level work, entergy also performed significant transmission-level work at substations in ponchatoula, hammond and amite within the last five years. projects included modernizing protection equipment, transformers and overhead equipment; replacing circuit breakers, arrestors and insulators; and enhancing animal mitigation measures taken at a substation in hammond. “we know our customers are counting on us to provide them with reliable power and that is exactly why we are continuing to invest in our electric system,” said phillip may, entergy louisiana president and ceo. “we’re proud to serve many residents and businesses in tangipahoa parish and are committed to providing them with the electric service they expect.” beyond ongoing work at the substation in ponchatoula and projects that were completed over the past couple years, crews will be upgrading nearly three miles of power lines along esterbrook road in the southeast portion of ponchatoula and installing a new recloser. to learn more about entergy’s approach to reliability and some of latest projects the company is undertaking, visit <a href="https://www.entergy.com/reliability/">entergy.com/reliability/</a>. in addition to ongoing reliability work, entergy louisiana has a proposed resilience plan, or an accelerated grid hardening effort, that is under review with the louisiana public service commission. to learn more about that plan, visit <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-louisiana-files-proposed-10-year-entergy-future-ready-resilience-plan/">entergynewsroom.com/news/entergy-louisiana-files-proposed-10-year-entergy-future-ready-resilience-plan/</a>. together, ongoing reliability work and a comprehensive resilience plan would help protect the state against future weather events and support the local economy. about entergy louisiana entergy louisiana, llc provides electric service to more than 1 million customers in 58 parishes and natural gas service to more than 94,000 customers in baton rouge, louisiana. entergy louisiana is a subsidiary of 沙特vs墨西哥让球 (nyse: etr), an integrated energy company engaged in electric power production, transmission and retail distribution operations. entergy delivers electricity to 3 million utility customers in arkansas, louisiana, mississippi and texas. entergy owns and operates one of the cleanest large-scale u.s. power generating fleets with approximately 24,000 megawatts of electric generating capacity, including 5,000 megawatts of nuclear power. headquartered in new orleans, louisiana, entergy has annual revenues of $10 billion and approximately 12,000 employees.//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-improving-electric-system-in-ponchatoula-through-substation-expansion///www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-improving-electric-system-in-ponchatoula-through-substation-expansion/?65afdf35df695706855f009etue, 23 jan 2024 09:38:00 -0600entergy delivers nearly $500m in economic impact for greater new orleans region <h4>company’s actions strengthen communities, create jobs and boost the local economy</h4> the greater new orleans region is enjoying nearly half of $1 billion dollars in economic benefits because the city is host to the corporate headquarters for entergy, the city’s only fortune 500 company. according to a recent study by louisiana state university economist dr. loren scott, entergy’s total economic impact in new orleans reached nearly $500 million in sales in the city in 2021. “entergy’s low-cost electricity is helping attract critical investments and is creating jobs making the company a significant economic engine for the economy,” said rod west, entergy’s group president of utility operations. “our commitment can be felt throughout the state. for every job created at entergy’s headquarters, 2.8 jobs are created elsewhere in the state and in new orleans specifically, for every job created 1.4 jobs are created elsewhere in orleans parish’s economy.” “having entergy’s headquarters located here in new orleans makes a huge impact on our city’s economy, and on the state of louisiana,” said deanna rodriguez, president and ceo of entergy new orleans. “we’ve always had a sense of that importance, and this study confirms it in hard numbers: entergy’s headquarters being in the city creates jobs, it generates sales for local businesses, and it creates major tax revenue for the parish and the state.” “we are truly fortunate to have entergy as a partner in driving the region’s economy,” said michael hecht, president and ceo of greater new orleans, inc. “entergy not only provides reliable and affordable energy, but also supports thousands of jobs, hundreds of millions of dollars in sales and income, and millions of dollars in local charitable contributions. having entergy’s corporate headquarters in new orleans helps attract major companies into the region, and demonstrates success for existing businesses. entergy is a true corporate leader who exemplifies the spirit of innovation, resilience, and generosity that makes greater new orleans uniquely great.” jobs supported by entergy in new orleans carried an average wage of $93,000. that is nearly 36% higher than the average annual wage of $68,000 in orleans parish. <a href="//cdn.entergynewsroom.com/userfiles/infographics/entergy-economic-impact-2021.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="//cdn.entergynewsroom.com/userfiles/news release photos/entergy-economic-impact-2021.png" alt="economic impact on new orleans in 2021" width="1280" height="954" /></a> as one of new orleans’ largest taxpayers, entergy pays more than $17 million in local taxes and has supported nearly $300 million in household income for new orleans residents. this is almost as much as the total earnings of all workers in orleans parish’s oil and gas extraction sector (approximately $280 million in 2020). each dollar spent by entergy ripples through the state’s economy, triggering employment, new income and spending in virtually every industry sector. in 2021, entergy also had contributed nearly $4.1 million to more than 100 new orleans non-profit partners and community organizations and over $9 million to other non-profits outside of new orleans. entergy new orleans recently announced plans to <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-new-orleans-unveils-phase-1-entergy-future-ready-resilience-plan/">invest $1 billion</a> in grid hardening projects for the city over the next 10 years. last fall, entergy was recognized for the 16th consecutive year as a <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/article/entergy-named-top-utility-in-economic-development-for-16th-consecutive-year/">top utility driving 2022年世界杯比分</a> in the region. at entergy’s request, loren c. scott and associates inc. measured entergy’s economic footprint in new orleans and the state of louisiana. financial and operations data for the 2021 fiscal year formed the primary-source information for the analysis. for highlights of entergy’s economic impact in new orleans, <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/userfiles/infographics/entergy-economic-impact-2021.pdf">download this infographic</a>. read the complete loren c. scott and associates <a href="https://cdn.entergy-neworleans.com/userfiles/entergyeconomicimpactstudy.pdf">impact study here</a>. about entergy entergy new orleans, llc provides electricity to approximately 211,000 customers and natural gas to approximately 109,000 customers in orleans parish, louisiana. entergy new orleans is a subsidiary of 沙特vs墨西哥让球 (nyse: etr), a fortune 500 electric company. entergy powers life for 3 million customers through our operating companies in arkansas, louisiana, mississippi and texas. we’re investing in the reliability and resilience of the energy system while helping our region transition to cleaner, more efficient energy solutions. with roots in our communities for more than 100 years, entergy is a nationally recognized leader in sustainability and corporate citizenship. since 2018, we have delivered more than $100 million in economic benefits each year to local communities through philanthropy, volunteerism and advocacy. entergy is headquartered in new orleans, louisiana, and has approximately 12,000 employees. for the latest news from entergy, visit the <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/our-companies/neworleans/">newsroom</a>.//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-delivers-nearly-500m-in-economic-impact-for-greater-new-orleans-region///www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-delivers-nearly-500m-in-economic-impact-for-greater-new-orleans-region/?6597212b1d74580e87542619thu, 04 jan 2024 15:12:00 -0600entergy ready to respond if needed during winter season <h4>steps taken to winterize critical systems and electric infrastructure </h4> new orleans – entergy’s louisiana utilities and their dedicated crews and contractors are committed to providing customers with reliable service and are always ready to respond and restore power if needed, even during the winter season. winter storms and the threats associated with them can develop and move in quickly, and that is why entergy louisiana and entergy new orleans are encouraging customers to join us in being prepared for whatever mother nature brings our way. according to the national oceanic and atmospheric administration’s <a href="https://www.noaa.gov/news-release/us-winter-outlook-wetter-south-warmer-north" target="_blank" rel="noopener">climate prediction center</a>, el nino will remain in place across the winter season for the first time in four years. the expected results will be wetter and cooler winter months this year, bringing much-needed drought relief to our service area. last year, january and february brought major winter weather events to parts of our service area, with high winds, freezing rains, and ice accumulation. february and december of 2022 saw similar conditions, and the winter season of 2021 saw <a href="https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/news/national-climate-202102" target="_blank" rel="noopener">the coldest outbreak in the u.s.</a> in more than 30 years. while weather can be unpredictable, we remain storm ready no matter the season. entergy is committed to performing necessary winterization measures and other seasonal assessments on our power plants, transmission lines and facilities, and any other equipment and assets that can be affected by the cold. this includes inspecting and maintaining substations and transmission lines and testing equipment to identify any potential equipment performance issues. when a weather threat arises, entergy ramps up support: <ul> <li>we use forecasts and computer models based on experience with previous storms to predict an estimated number and duration of outages that could possibly occur.</li> <li>based on those estimates, the company calls on restoration workers from around the country to restore power as safely and quickly as possible for our customers.</li> <li>entergy new orleans and entergy louisiana continuously plan and improve the process of assessing damage, positioning personnel in the right place with the required materials to restore power as safely and quickly as possible.</li> <li>we take steps to maintain and control vegetation across our service area, completing annual clearing of right-of-way areas to minimize the impact from fallen trees or branches following a storm.</li> <li>prior to storms impacting our area, vegetation crews perform pre-storm patrols of circuits to mitigate any imminent threats within the right of way.</li> <li>our year-round storm preparations include the vegetation management program and the targeted “ground to sky” vegetation trimming, which removes tree limbs that would normally have been above the power line.</li> <li>we also use artificial intelligence and satellite imagery to help predict when trimming may be needed.</li> </ul> customers should prepare now being prepared for possible winter weather can help keep you safe. get ready before weather threatens your area by having an emergency plan in place. find safekeeping resources on our <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/storm-center/">storm center</a>: <ul> <li><a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/storm-center/plankit/">get prepared</a>: make a plan, make a kit.</li> <li><a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/storm-center/winterweather/">prepare your home</a>: winterize inside and out.</li> <li><a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/storm-center/mobile-phone/">your mobile phone</a>: a lifeline during a disaster.</li> <li><a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/storm-center/stayinformed/">stay informed</a>: download the app, report an outage.</li> <li><a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/storm-center/safety/">stay safe</a>: safety after the storm.</li> <li><a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/storm-center/generators/">generator safety</a>: know the hazards.</li> <li><a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/storm-center/gas-safety/">gas safety</a>: know the signs.</li> <li><a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/storm-center/extreme-cold/">extreme cold safety</a>: indoor and outdoor tips. </li> </ul> entergy louisiana and entergy new orleans encourage customers to verify their contact information in their online <a href="https://www.myentergy.com/s/">myentergy account</a> before severe weather strikes, so they receive our notifications. if a storm impacts your area, you can report an outage quickly and easily through our digital options – using either our <a href="https://www.entergy.com/app/">free mobile app</a>, online at <a href="https://www.myentergy.com/s/">myentergy.com</a>, or by texting out to 36778. about entergy louisiana entergy louisiana, llc provides electric service to more than 1 million customers in 58 parishes and natural gas service to more than 94,000 customers in baton rouge, louisiana. about entergy new orleans entergy new orleans, llc is an electric and gas utility that serves louisiana’s orleans parish. the company provides electricity to more than 209,000 customers and natural gas to more than 110,000 customers. both companies are subsidiaries of 沙特vs墨西哥让球, a fortune 500 company that powers life for 3 million customers through operating companies in arkansas, louisiana, mississippi and texas. we’re investing in the reliability and resilience of the energy system while helping our region transition to cleaner, more efficient energy solutions. with roots in our communities for more than 100 years, entergy is a nationally recognized leader in sustainability and corporate citizenship. since 2018, we have delivered more than $100 million in economic benefits each year to local communities through philanthropy, volunteerism and advocacy. entergy is headquartered in new orleans, louisiana, and has approximately 12,000 employees.//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-ready-respond-if-needed-during-winter-season///www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-ready-respond-if-needed-during-winter-season/?6595aafe1d74580300408a8dwed, 03 jan 2024 12:32:00 -0600entergy to upgrade electric system in rural areas west and south of baton rouge <h4>reliability work to benefit thousands of entergy and pointe coupee electric customers</h4> baton rouge, la. – entergy louisiana crews and contractors will be performing significant reliability work on its electric system over the next six months in rural areas west and south of baton rouge. the work, which will take place in or near livonia, grosse tete, plaquemine and bayou pigeon, aims to improve service for around 5,400 entergy and pointe coupee electric residential and business customers. pc electric customers in these areas will benefit from the reliability work entergy louisiana is performing because the pc electric’s wholesale power provider receives power from entergy’s power grid. the local electric system is an interconnected system of wires, poles and meter points, among other equipment. the reliability work began in early november and is expected to be completed in the spring of next year. the overall project includes upgrades on four distribution-level power lines: <ul> <li>livonia – new utility poles and crossarms, equipment that keeps power lines in the air, will be installed. most of the work will be performed along highway 90, la 41 and la 77.</li> <li>grosse tete – along with miscellaneous improvements, more than 70 new utility poles will be installed and substation equipment will be upgraded. most of the work will be performed near highway 77 and sydney road.</li> <li>plaquemine – along with trimming trees and limbs away from power lines to mitigate the potential for vegetation-related outages, around eight new utility poles and six crossarms will be installed. most of the work will be performed along highway 75.</li> <li>bayou pigeon – a self-healing network, which consists of smart devices and automation being built into the electric system to make it more resilient, will be constructed. this includes the installation of three reclosers as well as nine new utility poles with five of them being 60-foot composite poles. most of the work will be performed along highway 69 and highway 404 near white castle.</li> </ul> entergy louisiana’s dedicated operations team, including engineers and designers, combed through data, performed field inspections and collaborated with pc electric team members to determine where and how upgrades should be made. the multi-faceted initiative the company is taking will include everything from tree trimming to the installation of new poles and the incorporation of automation to harden the electric system and make it more resilient. “we’re always working to strengthen the electric system in communities we serve across louisiana and that includes in rural areas,” said phillip may, entergy louisiana president and ceo. “we’re looking forward to putting new poles in the ground and improving the system to provide not only our customers, but also customers of our neighboring utility, pointe coupee electric, with reliable service.” “we thank entergy for joining forces with pointe coupee electric to enhance the local electric system,” said myron lambert, pointe coupee electric general manager. “through this collaboration, we’re taking steps to create a more resilient and reliable system and deliver improved service to our valued customers.” to learn more about entergy’s approach to reliability and some of latest projects the company is undertaking, visit <a href="https://www.entergy.com/reliability/">entergy.com/reliability/</a>. in addition to ongoing reliability work, entergy louisiana has a proposed resilience plan, or an accelerated grid hardening effort, that is under review with the louisiana public service commission. to learn more about that plan, visit <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-louisiana-files-proposed-10-year-entergy-future-ready-resilience-plan/">entergynewsroom.com/news/entergy-louisiana-files-proposed-10-year-entergy-future-ready-resilience-plan/</a>. together, ongoing reliability work and a strategic resilience plan would help protect the state against future weather events and support the local economy. about entergy louisiana entergy louisiana, llc provides electricity to more than 1.1 million customers in 58 parishes and natural gas service to approximately 95,000 customers in baton rouge, louisiana. entergy louisiana is a subsidiary of 沙特vs墨西哥让球, a fortune 500 company that powers life for 3 million customers through operating companies in arkansas, louisiana, mississippi and texas. we’re investing in the reliability and resilience of the energy system while helping our region transition to cleaner, more efficient energy solutions. with roots in our communities for more than 100 years, entergy is a nationally recognized leader in sustainability and corporate citizenship. since 2018, we have delivered more than $100 million in economic benefits each year to local communities through philanthropy, volunteerism and advocacy. entergy is headquartered in new orleans, louisiana, and has approximately 12,000 employees.//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-upgrade-electric-system-in-rural-areas-west-south-baton-rouge///www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-upgrade-electric-system-in-rural-areas-west-south-baton-rouge/?658089da6bc6b4456b4a2bd9mon, 18 dec 2023 12:00:00 -0600entergy partnering with customers to provide backup generation solution in today’s always-connected world, a resilient, reliable grid requires a comprehensive approach. that is why entergy louisiana has partnered with local businesses to provide a reliable and affordable backup generation solution. the benefits of the company’s power through program, which saw the first generator go live monday, dec. 11, is two-fold: <ul> <li>first, generators that are deployed and installed as part of the program can provide backup power to essential community facilities like grocery stores, hospitals and nursing homes when outages occur following hurricanes and other weather events.</li> <li>second, when the generators are not being used to provide host facilities backup power due to a grid outage, they can be used to provide additional power to the grid in times of high demand that is typically seen during the extreme weather months of the summer or winter.</li> </ul> “with entergy involved, there’s nothing for us to worry about,” said bryan white, chief administrative officer for copeland tower living, a senior-living facility based in metairie. “it’s a turn-key deal with us never having to do another thing. more importantly, in times of need our facility houses first-responders, so it’s a win-win for both the customer and the community.” the program aims to deliver whole-facility backup generation at a much lower cost than what it would typically be if a customer were to build a backup solution of their own. additionally, entergy provides maintenance to the units at no additional cost to the facility. “we’re proud to partner with our regulator, the louisiana public service commission, to make our local businesses and communities more resilient and reliable,” said phillip may, entergy louisiana president and ceo. “this program is a benefit to all customers and will ensure the delivery of clean, efficient power when it’s needed most.” for more information on the power through program, visit <a href="https://www.entergy.com/powerthrough/">entergy.com/powerthrough</a>. about entergy louisiana entergy louisiana, llc provides electric service to more than 1 million customers in 58 parishes and natural gas service to more than 94,000 customers in baton rouge, louisiana. entergy louisiana is a subsidiary of 沙特vs墨西哥让球 (nyse: etr), an integrated energy company engaged in electric power production, transmission and retail distribution operations. entergy delivers electricity to 3 million utility customers in arkansas, louisiana, mississippi and texas. entergy owns and operates one of the cleanest large-scale u.s. power generating fleets with approximately 24,000 megawatts of electric generating capacity, including 5,000 megawatts of nuclear power. headquartered in new orleans, louisiana, entergy has annual revenues of $10 billion and approximately 12,000 employees.//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-partnering-with-customers-provide-backup-generation-solution///www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-partnering-with-customers-provide-backup-generation-solution/?6577560bdf695724ad4ae2e1mon, 11 dec 2023 12:30:00 -0600keep your holiday season jolly with a few decorative lighting safety tips new orleans – decorating your home with festive lights is a great way to celebrate the holiday season. whether you’re a pro or a novice when it comes to putting up decorations, it’s important to understand the risks of hanging lights. according to the national fire protection association (nfpa), christmas lights alarmingly cause 40% of christmas tree fires. nfpa also reports that each year, u.s. fire departments respond to an average of 790 home structure fires caused by seasonal decorations. without proper preparation and installation, a fun, holiday activity can turn tragic. keep your holiday season jolly and free of injuries by following these safety tips from entergy louisiana and entergy new orleans. inside lighting: <ul> <li>if your family plans to rock around a live christmas tree this holiday season, make sure it is fresh with needles that are hard to pull from the branches.</li> <li>place the tree in a stand with water away from heaters or the fireplace. be sure to check on the water daily.</li> <li>examine all lights before putting them on the tree or using them for other holiday displays. do not use lights with frayed wiring or loose sockets, and make sure they have been tested for safety by an independent testing laboratory.</li> <li>save energy and money on your bill by using smaller, cool-burning led lights.</li> <li>make sure all light sockets have bulbs in them and keep bulbs from touching tree branches.</li> <li>never burn candles on or near the tree and never use flammable decorations.</li> <li>never use lights on a metallic tree. if the lights become faulty, the entire tree could be electrified.</li> <li>be careful not to overload extension cords, outlets or even whole circuits in the house.</li> <li>turn off decorative lighting when you leave the room.</li> <li>place wires where they cannot trip anyone, and do not run wires under rugs.</li> </ul> outside lighting: <ul> <li>make sure the lights used are designated for outdoor use.</li> <li>use a non-conducting fiberglass or wooden ladder when working with strings of lights. also, stay clear of all overhead wires.</li> <li>do not replace bulbs when the electricity is on.</li> <li>never let light bulbs touch flammable materials such as plastic or dry grass and leaves.</li> <li>for outside use, work only with three-wire grounded extension cords.</li> <li>use rubber gaskets in light sockets or hang sockets downward to keep water out.</li> <li>keep connections and lights off the ground by hanging them over wooden stakes. turn outside holiday lights off when away from home or asleep.</li> </ul> for more tips on how to practice lighting and decoration safety during the holiday season, visit the <a href="https://www.nfpa.org/">national fire protection association website</a>. about entergy louisiana entergy louisiana, llc provides electric service to more than 1 million customers in 58 parishes and natural gas service to more than 94,000 customers in baton rouge, louisiana. about entergy new orleans entergy new orleans, llc is an electric and gas utility that serves louisiana’s orleans parish. the company provides electricity to more than 209,000 customers and natural gas to more than 110,000 customers. both companies are subsidiaries of 沙特vs墨西哥让球, a fortune 500 company that powers life for 3 million customers through operating companies in arkansas, louisiana, mississippi and texas. we’re investing in the reliability and resilience of the energy system while helping our region transition to cleaner, more efficient energy solutions. with roots in our communities for more than 100 years, entergy is a nationally recognized leader in sustainability and corporate citizenship. since 2018, we have delivered more than $100 million in economic benefits each year to local communities through philanthropy, volunteerism and advocacy. entergy is headquartered in new orleans, louisiana, and has approximately 12,000 employees.//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/keep-your-holiday-season-jolly-with-few-decorative-lighting-safety-tips///www.dcsportsinc.com/news/keep-your-holiday-season-jolly-with-few-decorative-lighting-safety-tips/?657329ee1d74582ad041b8e4fri, 08 dec 2023 08:30:00 -0600entergy’s river bend station employees host livonia high school students <h4>community engagement is key to the plant’s long-term success</h4> st. francisville, la. – students from livonia high school jobs for america's graduates program joined entergy's river bend station team to learn about nuclear power and the different careers onsite. during the students’ visit, river bend employees discussed their careers and how specific skills helped them become who they are today. speakers ranged from the site's operations, training, safety and maintenance departments, one being a local from pointe coupee parish. "accountability and ownership are key in everything you do. you can do anything you set your mind to with those behaviors," said jason rivet, river bend station site mechanical maintenance superintendent and pointe coupee parish resident. jobs for america's graduates-louisiana program is an affiliate of the national jobs for america's graduates program, the nation's largest dropout prevention and recovery program serving youth 12-21. jag-la provides an educational setting that promotes academic and skills attainment, civic responsibility, leadership development and social awareness necessary to become a responsible citizen and productive worker. students ended the visit by visiting the plant's main control room simulator to see first-hand how the site produces clean, reliable and sustainable nuclear energy. about entergy entergy nuclear, headquartered in jackson, mississippi, is a subsidiary of 沙特vs墨西哥让球. entergy nuclear owns, operates and supports a fleet of five reactors in four locations, generating enough clean, carbon-free electricity to power millions of homes. entergy (nyse: etr) is a fortune 500 company that powers life for 3 million customers through our operating companies in arkansas, louisiana, mississippi and texas. we’re investing in the reliability and resilience of the energy system while helping our region transition to cleaner, more efficient energy solutions. with roots in our communities for more than 100 years, entergy is a nationally recognized leader in sustainability and corporate citizenship. since 2018, we have delivered more than $100 million in economic benefits each year to local communities through philanthropy, volunteerism and advocacy. entergy is headquartered in new orleans, louisiana, and has approximately 12,000 employees. learn more at <a href="https://www.entergy.com/">entergy.com</a> and follow <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/social/">@entergy</a> on social media. #wepowerlife//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-s-river-bend-station-employees-host-livonia-high-school-students///www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-s-river-bend-station-employees-host-livonia-high-school-students/?6570f59a1d7458751a1b2c59wed, 06 dec 2023 16:20:00 -0600entergy and nonprofits partner to reduce food insecurity in louisiana new orleans, la — 沙特vs墨西哥让球 and its louisiana subsidiaries will provide around $224,000 by the end of the year to food pantries and nonprofits to reduce food insecurity in local communities. the companies’ efforts also extend beyond funding as <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-louisiana-supports-food-pantries-throughout-national-volunteer-month/">hundreds of employees volunteered</a> their time this year packing boxes and assisting staff at food pantries across the state. partnering organizations help provide nutritious foods and other primary necessities to thousands of families across the state. examples of organizations entergy louisiana and entergy new orleans have partnered with this year include: <ul> <li>abraham’s tent association</li> <li>bethlehem lutheran church</li> <li>bogalusa help center</li> <li>care help of sulphur</li> <li>city of kenner food bank</li> <li>einstein charter schools</li> <li>family and youth counseling agency</li> <li>feeding the needy ministry</li> <li>food bank of northeast louisiana inc.</li> <li>greater baton rouge food bank</li> <li>lowernine.org</li> <li>morehouse council on aging</li> <li>salvation army</li> <li>second harvest food bank</li> <li>west ouachita senior center</li> <li>united way</li> </ul> hunger, according to feeding louisiana, affects every parish and community across the state. the nonprofit estimates around 680,000 louisianans, or roughly one in seven people, face food insecurity. “the numbers make it clear that the need in our state is great, and at entergy, we understand how important it is to support local nonprofits that are working to reduce food insecurity,” said phillip may, entergy louisiana president and ceo. “having access to nutritious meals helps children to be more focused in school and, ultimately, it lends to the overall health and well-being of families and our communities.” “entergy is committed to improving the communities we serve, and the fight against food insecurity is critical to that goal,” said deanna rodriguez, president and ceo of entergy new orleans. “we are proud to be helping those in need – not just during the holidays, but all year long.” learn more about louisiana food pantries by visiting <a href="https://www.foodpantries.org/st/louisiana">foodpantries.org/st/louisiana</a> or <a href="https://www.feedinglouisiana.org/get-help">feedinglouisiana.org/get-help</a>. about entergy louisiana entergy louisiana, llc provides electric service to more than 1 million customers in 58 parishes and natural gas service to more than 94,000 customers in baton rouge, louisiana. about entergy new orleans entergy new orleans, llc is an electric and gas utility that serves louisiana’s orleans parish. the company provides electricity to more than 209,000 customers and natural gas to more than 110,000 customers. both companies are subsidiaries of 沙特vs墨西哥让球, a fortune 500 company that powers life for 3 million customers through operating companies in arkansas, louisiana, mississippi and texas. we’re investing in the reliability and resilience of the energy system while helping our region transition to cleaner, more efficient energy solutions. with roots in our communities for more than 100 years, entergy is a nationally recognized leader in sustainability and corporate citizenship. since 2018, we have delivered more than $100 million in economic benefits each year to local communities through philanthropy, volunteerism and advocacy. entergy is headquartered in new orleans, louisiana, and has approximately 12,000 employees.//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-nonprofits-partner-reduce-food-insecurity-in-louisiana///www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-nonprofits-partner-reduce-food-insecurity-in-louisiana/?656e0e1c6bc6b427b65f61dcmon, 04 dec 2023 11:23:00 -0600entergy, uno partner for the future through innovative wind energy program new orleans – entergy louisiana and entergy new orleans recently announced a partnership with the university of new orleans and the beach at uno to develop an innovation program to further develop renewable energy in our region through an initiative called, the louisiana wind energy hub’s wind scholars program. five uno engineering students will participate in the program, each receiving a $5,000 scholarship along with the opportunity for a paid internship with various local energy companies, including one at entergy. the program will not only provide real world engineering experience with an industry-leading company, but it will help students launch their careers and build a solid network of industry professionals. “investing in the youth and future leaders in our communities is vital to the success of louisiana,” said phillip may, entergy louisiana president and ceo. ‘‘opportunities like the wind scholars program will not only provide real world experiences for these students, but also fosters learning, creativity and preparation as they enter the field.” “we are always looking for ways to positively impact the next generation of our city,” said deanna rodriguez, entergy new orleans president and ceo. “this program will do just that, while expanding research and opportunities in a field that is crucial to the future of our region.” the wind scholars program provides students with tailored curriculum that supports future career demands in the wind energy sector. according to the department of energy, the united states has the third largest offshore wind market capacity in the world. over the next several years, the nation has plans to significantly increase alternative energy production by installing wind farms in the gulf of mexico that can potentially provide power to more than 1 million homes across the gulf coast. the <a href="https://lawindhub.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">louisiana wind energy hub at uno</a> was launched in august 2022 to accelerate the growth of the state's wind energy industry by supporting research, spurring new technologies, and supplying trained professionals. <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/rwe-entergy-partner-define-route-market-for-offshore-wind-in-gulf-mexico/">learn more</a> about how entergy is working to increase renewable energy, invest in 2022年世界杯比分 all while working to expand the job market and prepare the workforce to possibly bring <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-louisiana-entergy-new-orleans-diamond-offshore-wind-seek-evaluate-offshore-wind/">wind power</a> to louisiana shores. about entergy louisiana entergy louisiana, llc provides electric service to more than 1 million customers in 58 parishes and natural gas service to more than 94,000 customers in baton rouge, louisiana. about entergy new orleans entergy new orleans, llc is an electric and gas utility that serves louisiana’s orleans parish. the company provides electricity to more than 209,000 customers and natural gas to more than 110,000 customers. both companies are subsidiaries of 沙特vs墨西哥让球, an integrated energy company engaged in electric power production, transmission and retail distribution operations. entergy delivers electricity to 3 million utility customers in arkansas, louisiana, mississippi and texas. entergy owns and operates one of the cleanest large-scale u.s. power generating fleets with approximately 30,000 megawatts of electric generating capacity, including 7,000 megawatts of nuclear power. headquartered in new orleans, louisiana, entergy has annual revenues of $10 billion and approximately 12,000 employees.//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-uno-partner-for-future-through-innovative-wind-energy-program///www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-uno-partner-for-future-through-innovative-wind-energy-program/?655b779cdf695738ee1ecdbamon, 20 nov 2023 09:07:00 -0600entergy to sponsor 50th annual bayou classic, expands support for hbcus new orleans – entergy is pleased to serve as the diamond sponsor for the 50th annual bayou classic, an annual event that celebrates the rich heritage and legacy of america's historically black colleges and universities. entergy has a longstanding commitment to powering life for its customers and communities. the prominent football game, played between the southern university jaguars and the grambling state university tigers, serves as a platform to not only showcase exceptional athletic talent but also to honor the traditions, achievements and contributions of hbcus to american society. “we are honored to be a sponsor of the 50th annual bayou classic and help support a celebration that has become an iconic part of thanksgiving weekend here in new orleans,” said drew marsh, entergy’s chairman and chief executive officer. “our partnership with hbcus has been instrumental in fostering a diverse and innovative workforce at entergy. through our collaboration, we have been able to tap into a pool of exceptional talent and we look forward to creating more opportunities for students to thrive, and thereby strengthen our whole community.” the bayou classic, presented by p&amp;g, draws more than 200,000 people to new orleans each year, providing numerous opportunities to highlight on a national scale all that the city and state have to offer. entergy’s sponsorship will have a significant impact on the local community, generating economic benefits for the city of new orleans through increased tourism and revenue for local businesses. ranked as the no. 1 hbcu classic in the nation, the football game will be played saturday, nov. 25, 2023, at the caesars superdome in new orleans. entergy recognizes the significance of hbcus in shaping the educational landscape and empowering generations of black students. with roots in new orleans for more than 100 years, the company is committed to taking meaningful action to help create opportunities for fostering hbcu student success, as well as building a more diverse, inclusive and equitable workforce in its communities. learn more about entergy’s commitment to building diverse communities <a href="https://www.entergy.com/csr/supporting-diversity/">here</a>. entergy looks forward to a memorable 50th annual bayou classic event that celebrates the achievements and cultural significance of hbcus. for more information, visit <a href="https://mybayouclassic.com/">www.mybayouclassic.com</a>. about entergy entergy is a fortune 500 company that powers life for 3 million customers through our operating companies in arkansas, louisiana, mississippi and texas. we’re investing in the reliability and resilience of the energy system while helping our region transition to cleaner, more efficient energy solutions. with roots in our communities for more than 100 years, entergy is a nationally recognized leader in sustainability and corporate citizenship. since 2018, we have delivered more than $100 million in economic benefits each year to local communities through philanthropy, volunteerism and advocacy. entergy is headquartered in new orleans, louisiana, and has approximately 12,000 employees. learn more at <a href="https://www.entergy.com/">entergy.com</a> and connect with <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/social/">@entergy</a> on social media. #wepowerlife//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-sponsor-50th-annual-bayou-classic-expands-support-for-hbcus///www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-sponsor-50th-annual-bayou-classic-expands-support-for-hbcus/?65515c52df695728f8560406mon, 13 nov 2023 05:12:00 -0600keep fall festivities fun by observing safety tips new orleans – while hot summer-like days begin to fade, many residents are ready to welcome crisp, cool mornings. as we transition into fall settling into back-to-school routines and tackling home improvement projects, it is important to keep safety first. taking a few precautions can ensure you enjoy all your fall activities without injuries. keep safety first with home projects fall is a great time to tidy up and prep your property for winter. when cleaning up fallen leaves and branches or trimming trees, always use caution and <a href="https://www.entergy.com/safety/residential/">be aware of overhead lines</a>. position your ladder away from overhead wires, so trimmings will not fall onto power lines. if that happens, assume downed wires are energized and call 1-800-entergy for help. if your fall spruce-up includes digging up flower beds, trees or shrubs, installing a she-shed or repairing the deck, remember to <a href="https://www.entergy.com/safety/dig/">call before you dig</a>. calling 811 before you dig will keep you safe and prevent disruption of utility services to your neighborhood. when performing maintenance activities that require a ladder inside or out, be sure to wear proper footwear, position the ladder on a flat surface, and have someone nearby to spot you. daylight saving time ends november 5 when daylight saving time ends on sunday, november 5, fewer hours of daylight will make it more difficult to see children going to and from the school bus in the mornings and evenings. when driving, avoid distractions and watch for children in the neighborhood. the <a href="https://www.napt.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">national association for pupil transportation</a> offers additional <a href="https://www.napt.org/files/nsbsw/bus%20stop%20safety%20tips-2016update.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">tips</a> for ensuring children arrive to and from school safely. when you set our clocks to fall back an hour, it is a great time to check the batteries in your smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors. all homes should contain a carbon monoxide detector to help identify the colorless and odorless gas that can cause serious illness or death. stay cozy with these indoor tips candles add a warm ambience to an autumn evening, but remember it is never safe to leave candles burning unattended. a small sputter or an errant flame can cause a fire in an instant. <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/storm-center/extreme-cold/">space heaters should only be used with caution</a>. they are large consumers of energy and a fire hazard, so you should keep them at least three feet away from draperies, rugs and furniture. additionally, homeowners who use a gas or electric furnace should schedule an appointment for service by a certified technician to make sure it is safe for operation and for greatest efficiency. a wood-burning stove or fireplace can add warmth and coziness to a room but should also be used with caution and proper preparation. have your chimney cleaned by a professional before the first fire is lit. fallen leaves, animal nests and other debris can cause the smoke to vent into your home rather than outside and cause a fire. remember to replace dirty air filters inside and remove debris from the unit outside to ensure your hvac unit works efficiently through all seasons. <a href="https://www.weather.gov/safety/hurricane" target="_blank" rel="noopener">hurricane season</a> lasts through november 30, so it is important to not let your guard down when the weather begins to cool. prepare now for severe weather that may come your way by <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/storm-center/plankit/">making a plan and a kit.</a> about entergy louisiana entergy louisiana, llc provides electric service to more than 1 million customers in 58 parishes and natural gas service to more than 94,000 customers in baton rouge, louisiana. about entergy new orleans entergy new orleans, llc is an electric and gas utility that serves louisiana’s orleans parish. the company provides electricity to more than 209,000 customers and natural gas to more than 110,000 customers. both companies are subsidiaries of 沙特vs墨西哥让球, an integrated energy company engaged in electric power production, transmission and retail distribution operations. entergy delivers electricity to 3 million utility customers in arkansas, louisiana, mississippi and texas. entergy owns and operates one of the cleanest large-scale u.s. power generating fleets with approximately 30,000 megawatts of electric generating capacity, including 7,000 megawatts of nuclear power. headquartered in new orleans, louisiana, entergy has annual revenues of $10 billion and approximately 12,000 employees.//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/keep-fall-festivities-fun-by-observing-safety-tips///www.dcsportsinc.com/news/keep-fall-festivities-fun-by-observing-safety-tips/?65493b9f1d74581bd928b0f9mon, 06 nov 2023 13:06:00 -0600entergy announces agreement to sell gas distribution business to bernhard capital partners <h4>sale will support the customer-centric capital needs of the company’s growing electric utility business</h4> <img style="float: right; margin: 12 px;" src="//cdn.entergynewsroom.com/userfiles/other company logos/bernhard-capital-partners.png" width="300" height="61" />new orleans and baton rouge, la. – entergy today announced it has entered into an agreement to sell its gas distribution business to bernhard capital partners, a services and infrastructure-focused private equity management firm, for approximately $484 million in cash, subject to certain purchase price adjustments. entergy louisiana’s gas business serves approximately 95,000 homes and businesses in the baton rouge area, and entergy new orleans’ gas business serves approximately 109,000 homes and businesses in new orleans. “we are pleased to partner with bernhard capital, who shares our values around employee engagement, safety and reliability performance, quality customer service and local community investment,” said drew marsh, chairman and chief executive officer for entergy. “this agreement allows us to continue our strategy of simplifying operations and focusing on our regulated electric utility business for the benefit of our customers. our gas utilities and dedicated gas employees have been and continue to be an integral part of entergy, which is why it was imperative to approach this decision with thoughtful and deliberate consideration. i want to thank our employees for their hard work and accomplishments.” if approved, the net proceeds from the transaction will be used to strengthen entergy’s credit through the repayment of debt and to support the customer-centric capital needs in its growing electric utility business. the impact on entergy’s adjusted earnings per share outlook is expected to be essentially neutral. entergy’s management team will discuss the transaction on wednesday, nov. 1, at 10 a.m. ct, as part of its third-quarter 2023 earnings release and teleconference. “our work is focused on strengthening businesses to, in turn, strengthen some of our country’s most critical infrastructure assets,” said jeff jenkins, founder and partner at bernhard capital partners. “under entergy’s leadership, the natural gas distribution business has effectively served the two largest metropolitan areas in our state for decades. we believe this operation is primed to provide even greater services to louisiana communities and beyond. we have an experienced leadership team prepared to lead it through strategic, transformational growth. this agreement is the catalyst to significant investment and opportunity for current employees, customers, and our state. in fact, we anticipate creating more than 100 new, high-paying jobs for louisiana residents through this investment. we look forward to welcoming all of the business’ current employees into the family of bernhard capital’s portfolio companies and working together to make positive impact on the communities we serve.” based in baton rouge, louisiana, bernhard capital focuses on investing in companies that provide critical services to government, infrastructure, industrial, utility and energy sectors, as well as investing in utility assets. to date, bernhard capital has invested in over 65 services-focused companies across 19 platforms, including several utility companies, that collectively employ more than 19,000 people globally. in addition to customary closing conditions, the sale will require regulatory approvals by the louisiana public service commission, the city of baton rouge/east baton rouge parish metropolitan council and the new orleans city council. the sale is expected to close in approximately 21 months, inclusive of the regulatory review process and a transition period. entergy remains committed to the safe and reliable operation of its gas distribution business through the close of the transaction. if approved, entergy will actively work to ensure a smooth transition of the gas business to bernhard capital. rbc capital markets llc is serving as financial advisor to entergy and skadden, arps, slate, meagher &amp; flom llp is serving as the company’s legal advisor. jefferies llc is serving as financial advisor to bernhard capital and kirkland and ellis llp is serving as their legal advisor. about entergy entergy (nyse: etr) is a fortune 500 company that powers life for 3 million customers through our operating companies in arkansas, louisiana, mississippi and texas. we’re investing in the reliability and resilience of the energy system while helping our region transition to cleaner, more efficient energy solutions. with roots in our communities for more than 100 years, entergy is a nationally recognized leader in sustainability and corporate citizenship. since 2018, we have delivered more than $100 million in economic benefits each year to local communities through philanthropy, volunteerism and advocacy. entergy is headquartered in new orleans, louisiana, and has approximately 12,000 employees. learn more at <a href="https://www.entergy.com/">entergy.com</a> and follow <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/social/">@entergy</a> on social media. #wepowerlife about bernhard capital partners bernhard capital partners is a services and infrastructure-focused private equity management firm established in 2013. bernhard capital partners has deployed capital in four funds across several strategies and has approximately $3.4 billion of gross assets under management. the principals of bernhard capital have a proven track record of operational expertise, focusing on employee engagement and investing in the communities they serve. bernhard capital partners seeks to create sustainable value by leveraging its experience in acquiring, operating and growing services and infrastructure businesses. for more information, visit <a href="http://www.bernhardcapital.com">www.bernhardcapital.com</a>. cautionary note regarding forward-looking statements in this release, and from time to time, entergy makes certain “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the private securities litigation reform act of 1995. such forward-looking statements include, among other things, statements regarding: entergy’s current financial and operational outlooks; expected timing and closing of the sale of entergy’s gas distribution business or performance by bernhard capital partners or its affiliates with respect thereto; and other statements of entergy’s plans, beliefs, or expectations included in this release. readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which apply only as of the date of this release. except to the extent required by the federal securities laws, entergy undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise. forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks, uncertainties, and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in such forward-looking statements, including (a) those factors discussed elsewhere in this release and in entergy’s most recent annual report on form 10-k, any of its subsequently filed quarterly reports on form 10-q, and any of its other concurrently or subsequently reports and filings made under the securities exchange act of 1934; (b) risks and uncertainties associated with executing the sale of entergy’s gas distribution business, including (1) the risk that any such transaction may not be completed as and when expected, or at all; (2) the failure to obtain regulatory approvals necessary to consummate the transactions or to obtain regulatory approvals on favorable terms, (3) the risk that the anticipated benefits of the transactions may not be realized; (4) the outcome of any legal proceedings, regulatory proceedings or enforcement matters that may be instituted relating to the transaction; (5) transaction impacts with respect to relationships with customers, time and attention of management, employees, regulators or suppliers; and (6) exceeding the expected costs of the transaction; (c) direct and indirect impacts to entergy or its customers from cyber, geopolitical or other catastrophic events; and (d) effects on entergy or its customers of (1) changes in federal, state, or local laws and regulations and other governmental actions or policies, including changes in monetary, fiscal, tax, environmental, or energy policies; (2) the effects of changes in commodity markets, capital markets, or economic conditions; and (3) the effects of technological change, including the costs, pace of development, and commercialization of new and emerging technologies.//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/agreement-to-sell-gas-distribution-business-to-bernhard-capital-partners///www.dcsportsinc.com/news/agreement-to-sell-gas-distribution-business-to-bernhard-capital-partners/?653f0ed26bc6b422e07fa63bmon, 30 oct 2023 07:20:00 -0500entergy louisiana partners with city to bring eco-friendly transportation to west monroe entergy louisiana representatives and city of west monroe officials recently celebrated the expansion of eco-friendly transportation to the downtown area with the installment of several electric vehicle chargers. the installment was made possible through an environmental initiative grant through entergy. “thank you to entergy louisiana for providing funding through its environmental initiatives fund to support the installation of electric vehicle chargers in downtown west monroe,” said west monroe mayor staci mitchell. “as the number of electric vehicles increases across the country, we wanted to be ready to receive and serve those visitors and residents in the west monroe community. already, we have seen the chargers in use and look forward to installing them at the city’s newly-constructed indoor sports facility which will open later this year.” “we’re proud to partner with the city of west monroe in an effort to boost eco-friendly transportation and lower local emissions by equipping the downtown area with electric vehicle chargers,” said phillip may, entergy louisiana president and ceo. the newly installed electric vehicle chargers are located in a parking lot at the intersection of trenton and wood streets in downtown west monroe. these chargers will be accessible for a fee, allowing electric vehicle owners to conveniently power up. the city of west monroe's initiative, in partnership with entergy louisiana, is set to make electric vehicle charging more accessible and convenient for residents and visitors, contributing to a greener and more sustainable future. about entergy louisiana entergy louisiana, llc provides electric service to more than 1 million customers in 58 parishes and natural gas service to more than 94,000 customers in baton rouge, louisiana. entergy louisiana is a subsidiary of 沙特vs墨西哥让球, a fortune 500 company. entergy powers life for 3 million customers through our operating companies in arkansas, louisiana, mississippi and texas. we’re investing in the reliability and resilience of the energy system while helping our region transition to cleaner, more efficient energy solutions. with roots in our communities for more than 100 years, entergy is a nationally recognized leader in sustainability and corporate citizenship. since 2018, we have delivered more than $100 million in economic benefits each year to local communities through philanthropy, volunteerism and advocacy. entergy is headquartered in new orleans, louisiana, and has approximately 12,000 employees.//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-louisiana-partners-with-city-bring-eco-friendly-transportation-west-monroe///www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-louisiana-partners-with-city-bring-eco-friendly-transportation-west-monroe/?652e85d61d7458265c3d1b58tue, 17 oct 2023 08:00:00 -0500hancock whitney, entergy announce new relationship to expand business resources to diverse business new orleans – hancock whitney today announced a strategic relationship with entergy focusing on supporting entrepreneurial and small business success for diverse and local business owners. the initiative brings together hancock whitney’s small business matters program and entergy’s supplier diversity and inclusion team to enhance financial resilience and business development opportunities for diverse and local businesses. hancock whitney small business matters is a no-cost, comprehensive entrepreneurship program that extends the financial services and small business banking knowledge and experience of in-house experts with many community and business development partnerships offering small businesses more access to essential resources, including small business training, technical assistance, business capital and networking. “small business matters was developed to help meet the business needs of our communities with a focus on minority- and women-owned businesses, who too often face challenges accessing the guidance and support needed to thrive,” said hancock whitney vice president community development programs ashley aubrey harrison. “partnering with entergy to extend small business matters to its supplier diversity program is a win for both small businesses and our communities who benefit from the innovation diverse businesses bring.” serving four states across the gulf south — louisiana, mississippi, texas and arkansas — entergy’s supplier diversity and inclusion program aims to identify and promote the use of third-party-certified diverse and locally based companies for needed products and services across the region. the program’s intent is to foster 2022年世界杯比分 and grow a world-class energy business that creates sustainable value for entergy’s four stakeholders — customers, employees, communities and owners. this partnership with hancock whitney will help enhance business capabilities in the supplier network. “in working with our diverse and local supplier network, we see the challenges businesses face,” said kya moller, entergy senior manager of supplier diversity, inclusion and sustainability. “this relationship with hancock whitney will allow us to support our network even further. this program will help connect businesses, no matter what stage they are in, with a local financial partner that can guide them and identify ways to grow, fund or manage their business for ongoing success.” moller shares that working with hancock whitney on this initiative made sense because of three distinct intersection points — both organizations serve overlapping geographies, are community-minded and understand the impact of diverse and local business success on local economies and wealth creation in underserved communities. harrison agrees. “we know that communities thrive when businesses thrive, so we are committed to being the conduit for entrepreneurs and small businesses to find opportunities for growth. whether we are sharing guidance for a viable business plan, business management and technical assistance, training, and research to improve profitability and stimulate growth, international trade expertise, or small business banking services, our efforts are to help businesses sustain success.” entergy’s diverse and local suppliers that expressed an interest in access to capital services were invited to attend capitalize 2023 new orleans, an event hosted at the university of new orleans by the louisiana small business development center and sponsored by hancock whitney. hancock whitney and entergy will continue to make virtual and in-person training opportunities available to program participants throughout the fall. for more information on hancock whitney small business matters, visit <a href="https://www.hancockwhitney.com/small-business-matters" target="_blank" rel="noopener">hancockwhitney.com/small-business-matters</a>. to learn more or apply as an entergy diverse supplier, visit <a href="https://www.entergy.com/operations/supplier-diversity/">entergy.com/operations/supplier-diversity</a>. about hancock whitney since the late 1800s, hancock whitney has embodied core values of honor &amp; integrity, strength &amp; stability, and commitment to service, teamwork, and personal responsibility. hancock whitney offices and financial centers in mississippi, alabama, florida, louisiana, and texas offer comprehensive financial products and services, including traditional and online banking; commercial and small business banking; private banking; trust and investment services; healthcare banking; and mortgage services. the company also operates loan production offices in nashville, tennessee, and the greater metropolitan area of atlanta, georgia. more information is available at <a href="https://www.hancockwhitney.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">hancockwhitney.com</a>. about entergy entergy is a fortune 500 company that powers life for 3 million customers through our operating companies in arkansas, louisiana, mississippi and texas. we're investing in the reliability and resilience of the energy system while helping our region transition to cleaner, more efficient energy solutions. with roots in our communities for more than 100 years, entergy is a nationally recognized leader in sustainability and corporate citizenship. since 2018, we have delivered more than $100 million in economic benefits each year to local communities through philanthropy, volunteerism and advocacy. entergy is headquartered in new orleans, louisiana, and has approximately 12,000 employees. learn more at <a href="https://www.entergy.com/">entergy.com </a>and follow <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/social/">@entergy</a> on social media. #wepowerlife//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/hancock-whitney-entergy-announce-new-relationship-expand-business-resources-diverse-business///www.dcsportsinc.com/news/hancock-whitney-entergy-announce-new-relationship-expand-business-resources-diverse-business/?651aeb8ddf695748410664e9wed, 04 oct 2023 09:00:00 -0500entergy named a top utility in 2022年世界杯比分 for 16th consecutive year new orleans, la. – 2022年世界杯比分 is critical to developing healthy and vibrant communities through job creation and investments that enhance local services and improve quality of life. this is important to 沙特vs墨西哥让球’s mission and why the company is proud to be recognized by site selection magazine as a top utility for economic growth for 16 consecutive years. the company provides power to some of the largest and most power-intensive u.s. industries. in 2022, entergy new orleans and entergy louisiana helped secure approximately $16.2 billion in capital investments and created nearly 18,000 new jobs within louisiana. “this recognition highlights how deeply we are invested in the customers we serve and the community we call home,” said deanna rodriguez, entergy new orleans president and ceo. “as the only fortune 500 company headquartered in the state, we have a responsibility to continue to drive economic growth for the region.” “businesses and industries depend on clean, reliable and affordable power to operate, and at entergy, we’re always working to provide that service to help louisiana grow,” said phillip may, entergy louisiana president and ceo. “driven by factors like the energy transition, our state has a significant opportunity to see more growth, new jobs and additional investments in our communities, and we stand ready to help make that outlook a reality.” site selection magazine determines each year’s honorees by assessing criteria including each utility’s job-creating infrastructure and facility investment trends, innovative programs and incentives for businesses and website tools and data. customer investments capital investments in louisiana over the last 16 years represent companies from across the world and from a variety of industries like biofuels, chemicals, manufacturing and transportation. examples of companies that have either started projects or announced projects in 2022 include origin materials, focus foods, plug power, basf, cf industries, clean hydrogen works and louisiana international terminal. entergy new orleans, in particular, helped support the timely delivery of service to the second line stages expansion, including the new sound stage complex that was completed in november 2022. the $60 million complex houses four new, state-of-the-art sound stages and plays a key role in supporting the continued growth of the film industry in new orleans. economic partnerships we understand that siting new or expanding industrial facilities can be a complex process, and our teams have built partnerships to enable 2022年世界杯比分 throughout our four-state service area. site selection magazine once again recognized entergy corporate for our extensive support of local 2022年世界杯比分 efforts. our state-of-the-art site selection website, <a href="https://buildingsandsites.com/">buildingsandsites.com</a>, empowers companies with the essential information they need to locate, expand and market their commercial and industrial properties within our region. the website currently features over 1,400 listings across our four-state region. for sites specific to louisiana, visit <a href="https://louisianasiteselection.com/">louisianasiteselection.com</a>. entergy assisted louisiana 2022年世界杯比分 (led) in certifying two sites within the company’s louisiana service territory in 2022. louisiana currently has 137 certified sites, with more than a 100 being within entergy’s service territory. community development since 2018, 沙特vs墨西哥让球 has delivered more than $100 million in economic benefits each year to local communities, philanthropy, volunteerism and advocacy across our four-state region through the entergy charitable foundation. environmental sustainability in 2022, 沙特vs墨西哥让球 reaffirmed our 2020 commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, and we expect to reach 50% clean, carbon-free power generation capacity by 2030. we also anticipate 50% reduction of our carbon dioxide emissions rate by 2030. site selection magazine’s profile of 沙特vs墨西哥让球 may be viewed in the september 2023 print issue and <a href="https://siteselection.com/issues/2023/sep/this-years-top-utilities-know-when-to-move-and-how-fast.cfm#:~:text=entergy%20corporation%0abaton,counties%20in%20texas" target="_blank" rel="noopener">online</a>. 沙特vs墨西哥让球 provides companies with access to essential information needed to locate, expand and promote their business within our four-state region. in addition, entergy provides companies with services in site selection, project management, large projects and contracts. learn how we can power your business at <a href="https://goentergy.com/our-region/">goentergy.com</a>. about entergy louisiana entergy louisiana, llc provides electric service to more than 1 million customers in 58 parishes and natural gas service to more than 94,000 customers in baton rouge, louisiana. about entergy new orleans entergy new orleans, llc is an electric and gas utility that serves louisiana’s orleans parish. the company provides electricity to more than 209,000 customers and natural gas to more than 110,000 customers. both companies are subsidiaries of 沙特vs墨西哥让球, an integrated energy company engaged in electric power production, transmission and retail distribution operations. entergy delivers electricity to 3 million utility customers in arkansas, louisiana, mississippi and texas. entergy owns and operates one of the cleanest large-scale u.s. power generating fleets with approximately 30,000 megawatts of electric generating capacity, including 7,000 megawatts of nuclear power. headquartered in new orleans, louisiana, entergy has annual revenues of $10 billion and approximately 12,000 employees.//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-named-top-utility-in-economic-development-for-16th-consecutive-year///www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-named-top-utility-in-economic-development-for-16th-consecutive-year/?651c461ddf6957099779b02etue, 03 oct 2023 11:47:00 -0500entergy louisiana announces $1m in bill assistance for customers baton rouge, la. – entergy louisiana has partnered with local agencies to offer bill payment assistance to qualifying residential customers. entergy’s shareholders will contribute $1 million in bill relief across entergy louisiana’s service area in north, central, southeast and southwest louisiana in order to address the higher-than-expected bills caused by this summer’s historic heat. customers can apply through their local united way website starting on friday, sept. 22, at noon. qualifying customers can apply online for a one-time $200 credit on their utility bill while funds are available and on a first come, first served basis. the following documentation will be required to apply for the one-time credit: <ul> <li>photo id (driver’s license or state-issued id, passport)</li> <li>one of the following income options for each income earner age 18 or older:</li> <ul> <li>first page of 2022 tax return(s)</li> <li>2022 w2(s)</li> <li>last paystub(s)</li> <li>social security administration 1099 or 1042s form(s), or benefit-determination letters</li> </ul> </ul> the united way’s online process will enable customers to upload these documents and submit their applications beginning friday at noon. applications will be reviewed and approved or denied through the following united way partners: <ul> <li><a href="https://www.unitedwaysela.org/utility-assistance-program-powered-entergy">united way of southeast louisiana</a> (jefferson, plaquemines, st. bernard, st. tammany, tangipahoa and washington)</li> <li><a href="https://www.cauw.org/entergy">capital area united way</a> (east baton rouge, west baton rouge, livingston, ascension, st. james, iberville, pointe coupee, west feliciana, east feliciana and st. helena)</li> <li><a href="https://uwsla.com/">united way south louisiana</a> (assumption, lafourche, and terrebonne)</li> <li><a href="https://unitedwayswla.org/heatrelief">united way of southwest louisiana </a>(calcasieu, cameron, jefferson davis, allen, and beauregard)</li> <li><a href="https://www.uwcl.org/entergy-utility-bill-assistance">united way central louisiana </a>(avoyelles, concordia, grant, lasalle, winn)</li> <li><a href="https://www.unitedwaynela.org/entergybill">united way of northeast louisiana</a> (caldwell, east carroll, franklin, jackson, lincoln, madison, morehouse, ouachita, richland, tensas, union and west carroll)</li> <li><a href="https://unitedwaynwla.org/utility-assistance-program-powered-entergy/https:/unitedwaynwla.org/utility-assistance-program-powered-entergy/">united way of northwest louisiana</a> (sabine, bossier, red river, natchitoches, bienville, claiborne and webster)</li> <li><a href="https://unitedwayofacadiana.org/entergy-bill-payment-assistance/">united way of acadiana</a> (lafayette, vermilion, acadia, st. martin, iberia)</li> <li><a href="https://stjohnunitedway.org/entergy-bill-assistance-0">st. john united way</a> (st. john)</li> <li><a href="https://www.uwaysc.org/entergy-bill-payment-assistance-application">united way of st. charles</a> (st. charles)</li> <li><a href="https://www.uwsle.org/entergy-bill-payment-assistance-0">st. landry-evangeline united way</a> (st. landry)</li> </ul> to qualify, customers must have a total household income of up to 250% of the federal poverty level, which equates to $75,000 for a family of four. eligible customers are encouraged to apply as soon as possible due to high demand. $100,000 of the $1 million will go directly towards entergy’s <a href="https://www.entergy.com/care/">the power to care</a> program to assist older adults and customers with disabilities. entergy louisiana offers a number of payment options for all customers, such as level billing, deferred payment arrangements and more, as well as tools and programs designed to help customers manage energy usage. for more information, visit <a href="http://www.entergy.com/answers">www.entergy.com/answers</a> or call 1-800-entergy (1-800-368-3749) to speak with a customer service representative. about entergy louisiana entergy louisiana, llc provides electric service to more than 1 million customers in 58 parishes and natural gas service to more than 94,000 customers in baton rouge, louisiana. entergy louisiana is a subsidiary of 沙特vs墨西哥让球, a fortune 500 company. entergy powers life for 3 million customers through our operating companies in arkansas, louisiana, mississippi and texas. we’re investing in the reliability and resilience of the energy system while helping our region transition to cleaner, more efficient energy solutions. with roots in our communities for more than 100 years, entergy is a nationally recognized leader in sustainability and corporate citizenship. since 2018, we have delivered more than $100 million in economic benefits each year to local communities through philanthropy, volunteerism and advocacy. entergy is headquartered in new orleans, louisiana, and has approximately 12,000 employees.//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-louisiana-announces-1-million-in-bill-assistance-for-customers///www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-louisiana-announces-1-million-in-bill-assistance-for-customers/?650aeb51df695750f86a111dwed, 20 sep 2023 07:46:00 -0500entergy and monarch energy collaborate to advance south louisiana green hydrogen infrastructure <h4>companies sign mou on the development of renewable energy resources to serve monarch’s green hydrogen facilities</h4> baton rouge, la. – entergy louisiana and monarch energy, a company known for its green hydrogen and electro-fuels projects, have signed a memorandum of understanding to help advance the energy infrastructure in south louisiana. as part of the agreement, entergy louisiana will work with monarch energy to leverage existing transmission infrastructure and/or construct new generation resources to supply long-term renewable power to monarch’s 300-megawatt green hydrogen electrolyzer project near donaldsonville, louisiana. “we’re thrilled for the opportunity to bring this project to louisiana,” said phillip may, president and ceo of entergy louisiana. “our state is primed for an economic boom in the coming years, and this agreement will help foster that growth. together with monarch, we know we can build a stronger, more resilient louisiana.” monarch energy’s hydrogen electrolyzer project represents a potential $400+ million investment in ascension parish, creating over 300 construction jobs and over 44 permanent operational jobs. monarch energy began development of the facility in 2022 and expects to commence commercial operations in 2027. “entergy louisiana’s commitment to providing renewable power to industrial customers like monarch energy is a critical piece of advancing the royale electrolyzer project,” said ben alingh, co-founder and ceo of monarch energy. “louisiana presents an excellent opportunity for green hydrogen production with the existing industrial workforce, development friendly local communities, and experienced industrial hydrogen consumers.” entergy louisiana has a distinct locational advantage as it sits in the heart of south louisiana’s hydrogen producers, storage infrastructure and industrial customers. in addition to safe, reliable power, these new and emerging customers are seeking access to renewable energy sources. to meet those customer needs and help the state grow through 2022年世界杯比分, entergy louisiana recently made the largest renewable power expansion request in state history by filing a request with its regulator, the louisiana public service commission, for approval to add an additional three gigawatts of solar power to its generation portfolio. collectively, 3,225 megawatts of solar power are in the approval queue for potential construction, development and placement on the grid through agreements with entergy louisiana, a major step forward in meeting the sustainability needs of its current and future customers. about entergy louisiana entergy louisiana, llc provides electric service to more than 1 million customers in 58 parishes and natural gas service to more than 94,000 customers in baton rouge, louisiana. entergy louisiana is a subsidiary of 沙特vs墨西哥让球 (nyse: etr), an integrated energy company engaged in electric power production, transmission and retail distribution operations. entergy delivers electricity to 3 million utility customers in arkansas, louisiana, mississippi and texas. entergy owns and operates one of the cleanest large-scale u.s. power generating fleets with approximately 24,000 megawatts of electric generating capacity, including 5,000 megawatts of nuclear power. headquartered in new orleans, louisiana, entergy has annual revenues of $11 billion and approximately 12,000 employees. about monarch energy monarch energy develops green hydrogen and electro-fuels projects with a specialization in hydrogen electrolysis and clean energy. the company was founded in 2021 with a mission to transform today’s hydrogen supply chain by utilizing clean molecules derived from water and zero carbon electricity. monarch is developing a pipeline of projects containing 4 gw of future installed electrolyzer capacity across the united states and reduces its customers’ environmental footprint by providing clean alternatives to legacy feedstocks.//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-monarch-energy-collaborate-advance-south-louisiana-green-hydrogen-infrastructure///www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-monarch-energy-collaborate-advance-south-louisiana-green-hydrogen-infrastructure/?64f8a0571d745862e047675dwed, 06 sep 2023 10:46:00 -0500entergy files regulatory blueprint to further strengthen electric grid in louisiana <h4>company’s proposal aims to provide high levels of service that is affordable and holds it accountable to customers</h4> baton rouge, la. – entergy louisiana today filed a regulatory proposal with the louisiana public service commission that outlines the blueprint for providing customers with clean, reliable and affordable electric service into the future. the proposal not only would pave the way for future improvements to the grid while maintaining low rates, but also would hold the company accountable for providing high levels of service to customers with financial penalties if these standards are not met. clean, reliable and affordable electric service supports everyday life in our homes, communities, schools, hospitals and businesses and supports 2022年世界杯比分 by convincing companies and industries to choose our state for investment projects and operations that bring well-paying jobs and drive local spending. it is also a critical service for communities facing more intense and frequent severe weather. in its filing, the company proposes modifying and extending its current formula rate plan, a framework that sets the utility’s base rates using actual costs and revenue and adjusts them annually, for three years. the frp has allowed entergy louisiana, under the oversight of the lpsc, to improve and upgrade its electric system through various distribution, transmission and generation projects; deploy smart devices onto the system to minimize outage impacts; and even begin incorporating renewable power like solar, among other measures. extending the frp would allow the company to continue performing this critical work, as well as trim trees away from electric equipment and begin accelerating the hardening of its grid against storms. while strengthening the electric system is important to the health and well-being of our communities and supporting 2022年世界杯比分, entergy louisiana understands that affordability is also important to its customers. that is why the company is proposing extending its frp in lieu of a full rate case, a route that reduces by more than half the revenue requirement increase supported by a cost-of-service study. beyond maintaining affordable rates, many of the modifications to the frp that entergy louisiana has proposed in its filing would directly benefit customers, including: <ul> <li>pledging $1 million to assist customers in need and providing free home energy efficiency kits.</li> <li>adding $1 million to its the power to care match for older adults and disabled customers.</li> <li>reducing the amount of late fees charged to customers who fall behind on their bills.</li> <li>eliminating electric service connection fees for new customers and reconnection fees in many situations.</li> <li>expanding the program that provides eligible low-income older adults monthly discounts on their bills.</li> <li>streamlining rates so that residential customers in different parts of the state are subject to the same rate structures.</li> <li>lowering the rates for additional facilities.</li> <li>and new rate options for customers with electric vehicle charging equipment.</li> </ul> to be accountable to customers, entergy louisiana is also proposing adhering to the most stringent reliability standards of any utility provider in the state and setting financial penalties for not meeting those standards. “we have always been committed to providing our customers with clean, reliable and affordable power, and today’s filing with the louisiana public service commission is an important step toward continuing to meet that commitment,” said phillip may, entergy louisiana president and ceo. “we know that our customers are relying on us to keep the lights on and their bills as low as possible, and that is the spirit of today’s filing and the investment we’ve proposed to the commission on behalf of the residents and businesses we serve.” entergy louisiana’s proposed frp seeks approval of an approximately $173 million electric revenue requirement increase based on an extension of the frp, which is a reduction of more than half in comparison to the cost-of-service study results. the filing is subject to a detailed review by the commission and its staff and other interested parties. if the plan is implemented as proposed, the average entergy louisiana residential customer using 1,000 kwh would see their monthly bills go up approximately 5.6%, or $6.75. despite this modest increase, entergy louisiana will continue maintaining electric rates below the national average. entergy plans to continue investing in projects to strengthen its electric system. these investments are largely to maintain and upgrade the system and improve reliability, which refers to keeping the lights on without service disruptions. reliability is different from the concept of resilience, which refers to how quickly the lights come back on, and recovery takes place. both are necessary to ensure we maintain vibrant and thriving communities. entergy louisiana has made separate filing related to resilience. more information on that plan is available <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-louisiana-files-proposed-10-year-entergy-future-ready-resilience-plan/">on our newsroom</a>. about entergy louisiana entergy louisiana, llc provides electric service to more than 1 million customers in 58 parishes and natural gas service to more than 94,000 customers in baton rouge, louisiana. entergy louisiana is a subsidiary of 沙特vs墨西哥让球, a fortune 500 company. entergy powers life for 3 million customers through our operating companies in arkansas, louisiana, mississippi and texas. we’re investing in the reliability and resilience of the energy system while helping our region transition to cleaner, more efficient energy solutions. with roots in our communities for more than 100 years, entergy is a nationally recognized leader in sustainability and corporate citizenship. since 2018, we have delivered more than $100 million in economic benefits each year to local communities through philanthropy, volunteerism and advocacy. entergy is headquartered in new orleans, louisiana, and has approximately 12,000 employees.//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-files-regulatory-blueprint-further-strengthen-electric-grid-in-louisiana///www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-files-regulatory-blueprint-further-strengthen-electric-grid-in-louisiana/?64ef91f51d7458065a0b3262wed, 30 aug 2023 13:58:00 -0500entergy, local officials and community leaders celebrate opening of new service center in broussard new broussard service center will house employees and materials, serve as area’s storm response hub broussard, la. – entergy louisiana representatives, local officials and community leaders gathered today in broussard to celebrate the opening of a new operations hub aimed at providing exceptional electric service to acadiana customers. the new state-of-the-art broussard service center connects various departments, such as power deliver and customer service, to create a more efficient and seamless operation to help meet customers’ expectations. about 80 employees, ranging from engineering and design to distribution line work will be based out of the approximately 63,000-square-foot campus along highway 90 east. the campus will serve nearby cities and towns including broussard, youngsville, maurice and some residents near st. martinville and greater lafayette. “we’re excited to announce the completion of the broussard service center as it adds strength and resilience to our operations in acadiana,” said phillip may, entergy louisiana president and ceo. “this was not only an investment in our workforce, but also in an investment in broussard and the communities we serve in the area.” “on behalf of the city of broussard, i welcome the new entergy service center,” said broussard mayor ray bourque. “the company’s vision to provide this level of customer service along broussard’s highway 90 business corridor is aligned with our projected future growth. i thank entergy for choosing to locate in our great city.” entergy purchased the property in broussard, encompassing eight buildings, in 2021. facilities were renovated to include an open office area, meeting rooms, storeroom and lay down yard, among other features. the service center building is rated to withstand winds of up to 140 mph and has a reinforced storm room for employees to use during times of severe weather. it was also outfitted with a generator and redundant fiber to ensure business continuity following storm impacts. this investment supports 2022年世界杯比分 in the acadiana region and will make our company and communities more resilient during times of severe weather. about entergy louisiana entergy louisiana, llc provides electricity to more than 1.1 million customers in 58 parishes and natural gas service to approximately 95,000 customers in baton rouge, louisiana. entergy louisiana is a subsidiary of 沙特vs墨西哥让球, a fortune 500 electric company. entergy powers life for 3 million customers through our operating companies in arkansas, louisiana, mississippi and texas. we’re investing in the reliability and resilience of the energy system while helping our region transition to cleaner, more efficient energy solutions. with roots in our communities for more than 100 years, entergy is a nationally recognized leader in sustainability and corporate citizenship. since 2018, we have delivered more than $100 million in economic benefits each year to local communities through philanthropy, volunteerism and advocacy. entergy is headquartered in new orleans, louisiana, and has approximately 12,000 employees. for the latest news from entergy, visit the <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/our-companies/louisiana/">newsroom</a>.//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-local-officials-community-leaders-celebrate-opening-new-service-center-in-broussard///www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-local-officials-community-leaders-celebrate-opening-new-service-center-in-broussard/?64ef6fb96bc6b404321d46d8wed, 30 aug 2023 11:22:00 -0500entergy announced as founding partner of 2025 super bowl host committee <h4>more than just a sporting event, the super bowl is a major economic driver for the host city and state; marcus brown named host committee chair</h4> metairie, la. – as part of its longstanding commitment to invest in the many communities where it provides service, drew marsh, entergy chairman and ceo, today announced entergy’s commitment as the founding partner of the super bowl lix host committee. the new orleans super bowl host committee, led by the greater new orleans sports foundation and the new orleans saints, also named entergy executive vice president and general counsel marcus brown the 2025 super bowl host committee chair. <div style="margin-left: 15px; width: 175px; float: right; text-align: center;"><img src="//cdn.entergynewsroom.com/userfiles/oce%20headshots/2022/drewmarsh.png" alt="drew marsh" width="170" height="221" border="0" /> drew marsh</div> “for the host city, the super bowl represents much more than a championship football game. it is an opportunity to bring people together from around the world and showcase our community,” said drew marsh, chairman and ceo of entergy. “being headquartered in new orleans, we are honored to step forward and support the host committee for this impactful event. i have worked alongside marcus brown for the past 25 years; he brings the right skills and the passion to successfully lead the host committee.” brown oversees entergy’s legal, ethics and compliance, corporate communications, federal external affairs, and corporate security and governance groups. he also provides legal counsel to the chairman and ceo, board of directors and senior management. <div style="margin-left: 15px; width: 175px; float: right; text-align: center;"><a href="/leadership/marcus-brown/"><img src="//cdn.entergynewsroom.com/userfiles/oce%20headshots/2022/marcusbrown.png" alt="marcus brown" width="170" height="221" border="0" /> marcus brown</a></div> “we are thrilled to announce entergy as the founding partner of the 2025 super bowl host committee, and we are humbled to host super bowl lix in the wonderful city of new orleans,” said gayle benson, owner of the new orleans saints. “we commend marcus for taking the lead as host committee chair and we are grateful for the work that entergy provides our community and region.” the host committee works in partnership with the national football league and local and national stakeholders to create an unforgettable experience for all attendees of super bowl lix. in order to fulfill the obligations in the bid to the nfl, the host committee must raise over $20 million from public fund support, the hospitality community, and private corporation sponsorship. entergy’s commitment will significantly support the host committee’s effort to deliver another exceptional super bowl in an increasingly competitive landscape for host cities. “announcing entergy as the founding partner of the 2025 super bowl host committee and marcus as the chair is the first major step in our planning and preparation efforts,” said jay cicero, president and ceo of the greater new orleans sports foundation and host committee executive committee member. “marcus is a well-respected leader in our community, and his leadership skills will be invaluable as we plan and execute new orleans’ record-tying 11th super bowl. we commend entergy and marcus for taking on this leadership role.” the super bowl returns to new orleans on feb. 9, 2025. to get involved with the new orleans super bowl host committee, visit <a href="http://www.nolasuperbowl.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">www.nolasuperbowl.com</a>. about entergy entergy is a fortune 500 company that powers life for 3 million customers through our operating companies in arkansas, louisiana, mississippi and texas. we’re investing in the reliability and resilience of the energy system while helping our region transition to cleaner, more efficient energy solutions. with roots in our communities for more than 100 years, entergy is a nationally recognized leader in sustainability and corporate citizenship. since 2018, we have delivered more than $100 million in economic benefits each year to local communities through philanthropy, volunteerism and advocacy. entergy is headquartered in new orleans, louisiana, and has approximately 12,000 employees. learn more at <a href="https://www.entergy.com/">entergy.com</a> and follow <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/social/">@entergy</a> on social media. #wepowerlife//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-announced-as-founding-partner-2025-super-bowl-host-committee///www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-announced-as-founding-partner-2025-super-bowl-host-committee/?64e4ef50df69573f1f50ba2etue, 22 aug 2023 15:00:00 -0500entergy louisiana announces suspension of disconnections through sept. 9 entergy louisiana today announced the suspension of all disconnections for the duration of the governor’s declared heat emergency through sept. 9. no accounts will be disconnected for non-payment while the emergency remains in effect. the company will continue to work closely with the louisiana public service commission to monitor updates from the national weather service to determine if an additional suspension period is necessary, beyond sept. 9; and at a minimum, will continue suspending disconnects during national weather service excessive heat advisories. for customers struggling to pay their bill, entergy louisiana offers a number of payment options, such as level billing, auto-pay and more, as well as tools and programs designed to help customers manage energy usage. for more information, visit <a href="https://www.myentergy.com/s/programs">myentergy.com/s/programs</a> or call 1-800-entergy (1-800-368-3749) to speak with a customer service representative.//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-louisiana-announces-suspension-disconnections-through-sept-9///www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-louisiana-announces-suspension-disconnections-through-sept-9/?64e3c56c6bc6b4730a41a97amon, 21 aug 2023 15:07:00 -0500know what’s below – every dig requires a call <h4>811 protects you and the community. stay safe by knowing where utility lines are buried</h4> new orleans – on august 11 and throughout the year, we remind homeowners and professional contractors to use the free 811 service before digging to reduce the risk of striking an underground utility or gas line. august 11 serves as a reminder to all people who excavate or dig to call 811 at least two full business days before digging to have the approximate location of their utility lines marked. this process helps prevent injuries, property damage and inconvenient utility outages. the focus of august 11 is preventing serious consequences that could occur from digging without knowing what’s below the surface – not only now, but year-round. regardless of what you plan to do, how deep you plan to dig or even if you’ve called before for a similar project, every job requires a call first. “our top priority is always safety,” said steven benyard, entergy’s vice president of reliability for louisiana. “we want to remind everyone to take the extra step and call 811 before any digging project to avoid service interruptions and, most of all, personal injury or worse. not only is it the safe thing to do, but it’s also the law.” the depth of underground utility lines varies and there may be multiple utility lines in one common area. the risk of striking underground utility lines exists even when digging only a few inches. louisiana has its own 811 call center that can help you stay safe while digging. call center representatives can advise you on how to submit requests to learn what utilities may be buried beneath the ground, such as natural gas pipelines, electric power lines and other services. after you make the call to 811, professional locators mark the approximate locations of underground lines at the requested digging site with flags, paint or both. markings show the location of underground lines and help prevent undesired consequences such as injury, service disruptions or costly fines and repair costs. if you suspect utility damage of any kind, leave the area immediately and call 1-800-entergy (1-800-368-3749) or call 911. a gas leak could be occurring if you smell the distinctive natural gas odor, hear a hissing or whistling sound near a gas appliance or see dead vegetation or bubbles near a gas line. for more information, visit <a href="https://www.louisiana811.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">louisiana 8-1-1</a>. about entergy louisiana entergy louisiana, llc provides electric service to more than 1 million customers in 58 parishes and natural gas service to more than 94,000 customers in baton rouge, louisiana. about entergy new orleans entergy new orleans, llc is an electric and gas utility that serves louisiana’s orleans parish. the company provides electricity to more than 209,000 customers and natural gas to more than 110,000 customers. both companies are subsidiaries of 沙特vs墨西哥让球, an integrated energy company engaged in electric power production, transmission and retail distribution operations. entergy delivers electricity to 3 million utility customers in arkansas, louisiana, mississippi and texas. entergy owns and operates one of the cleanest large-scale u.s. power generating fleets with approximately 30,000 megawatts of electric generating capacity, including 7,000 megawatts of nuclear power. headquartered in new orleans, louisiana, entergy has annual revenues of $10 billion and approximately 12,000 employees.//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/know-what-s-below-every-dig-requires-call///www.dcsportsinc.com/news/know-what-s-below-every-dig-requires-call/?64d62d796bc6b4756f1e79dbfri, 11 aug 2023 07:38:00 -0500entergy completes mud lake to big lake transmission project in southwest louisiana lake charles, la. – entergy louisiana recently completed construction of a transmission project that adds resiliency and increases reliability to the electrical grid in southwest louisiana. the completion of this project will also help attract new 2022年世界杯比分 projects to the region and benefit existing residential, commercial and industrial customers in the area. the mud lake to big lake transmission project spans from an existing substation west of mud lake near the calcasieu and cameron parish line to a new substation near tank farm and big lake roads in lake charles. major components of the project include: <ul> <li>construction of nearly 15 miles of (230kv and 69kv) transmission lines</li> <li>construction of a new substation, big lake substation</li> <li>upgrades to three existing substations, including mud lake substation</li> <li>installation of approximately 150 poles or structures</li> </ul> depending on location and accessibility, portions of the new transmission were built to withstand up to 140 and 150mph, with a crossing at calcasieu river and intercoastal waterway built to withstand up to 175mph. “the mud lake to big lake transmission project is part of our ongoing commitment to install a stronger infrastructure to provide reliable, affordable power required to support customer demand and drive economic growth in the region,” said phillip may, entergy louisiana president and ceo. other recent transmission projects in the area include the <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-louisiana-completes-lake-charles-transmission-project/">lake charles transmission project</a> and <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-louisiana-completes-reliability-project-in-southwest-louisiana/">southwest louisiana transmission upgrade</a>. for more information on our reliability efforts, visit <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/article/reliability-our-mission-dependable-power/">2022年世界杯半区对阵</a>. about entergy louisiana entergy louisiana, llc provides electric service to more than 1 million customers in 58 parishes and natural gas service to more than 94,000 customers in baton rouge, louisiana. entergy louisiana is a subsidiary of 沙特vs墨西哥让球, a fortune 500 company headquartered in new orleans. entergy powers life for 3 million utility customers across arkansas, louisiana, mississippi and texas. entergy is creating a cleaner, more resilient energy future for everyone with our diverse portfolio of low-carbon and carbon-free energy sources. with roots in the gulf south region for more than a century, entergy is a recognized leader in corporate citizenship and delivers more than $100 million in philanthropy and advocacy efforts to local communities each year. our approximately 12,500 employees are dedicated to powering life today and for future generations.//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-completes-mud-lake-big-lake-transmission-project-in-southwest-louisiana///www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-completes-mud-lake-big-lake-transmission-project-in-southwest-louisiana/?64d24ced6bc6b45e8e1fe3betue, 08 aug 2023 09:07:00 -0500lotte chemical usa and entergy louisiana to continue partnership through renewable energy westlake, la. – lotte chemical usa corporation and entergy louisiana recently signed a memorandum of understanding, with the goal of working collaboratively to seek opportunities to reduce lotte's scope 2 emissions and meet lotte’s sustainability goals by subscribing to new renewable generation resources. the recent and ongoing increase in available renewable energy generation, coupled with louisiana’s unique access to infrastructure and a skilled workforce, enables the state to capitalize on opportunities for 2022年世界杯比分. this mou will advance these 2022年世界杯比分 opportunities. “we’re proud to partner with lotte chemical usa on this agreement,” said phillip may, entergy louisiana president and ceo. “with the expansion of renewable power, we’re not only working towards protecting the environment by reducing our carbon-footprint, but also continuing to be a major driver of 2022年世界杯比分. strong businesses lead to a stronger louisiana for us all. “this agreement continues progress on our sustainability journey,” said lotte chemical usa president and ceo, tae woon soun. “we are fortunate to partner with entergy louisiana in helping us achieve our goal to be good stewards of the environment with our use of renewable power.” about lotte chemical usa corporation lotte chemical usa corporation (“lc usa”) was founded in 2014 after korean parent company lotte chemical corporation (“lcc”) sought to expand its footprint in the americas. lc usa, through its subsidiaries lacc and lcla, is a producer and distributor of petrochemicals. currently the company distributes ethylene, ethylene glycol and other chemicals to clients around the globe. about entergy louisiana entergy louisiana, llc provides electric service to more than 1 million customers in 58 parishes and natural gas service to more than 94,000 customers in baton rouge, louisiana. entergy louisiana is a subsidiary of 沙特vs墨西哥让球, a fortune 500 company headquartered in new orleans. entergy powers life for 3 million utility customers across arkansas, louisiana, mississippi and texas. we’re investing in the reliability and resilience of the energy system while helping our region transition to cleaner, more efficient energy solutions. with roots in our communities for more than 100 years, entergy is a nationally recognized leader in sustainability and corporate citizenship. since 2018, we have delivered more than $100 million in economic benefits each year to local communities through philanthropy, volunteerism and advocacy. entergy is headquartered in new orleans, louisiana, and has approximately 12,000 employees.//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/lotte-chemical-usa-entergy-louisiana-continue-partnership-through-renewable-energy///www.dcsportsinc.com/news/lotte-chemical-usa-entergy-louisiana-continue-partnership-through-renewable-energy/?64cbb45cdf69577cde679d6athu, 03 aug 2023 09:02:00 -0500entergy, local officials and community members celebrate the future of power in grand isle <h4>new caminada substation was elevated 20 feet and built to stronger, modern standards</h4> grand isle, la. – entergy louisiana representatives, local officials and community members gathered wednesday along louisiana highway 1 to celebrate the future of power in grand isle. area residents and businesses are now being served by a stronger, more resilient electric system after entergy louisiana crews and contractors completed and energized the new caminada substation this summer. the new caminada substation is the first of its kind in the entergy system, with its electric equipment, including transformers, elevated 20 feet off the ground on a concrete platform to mitigate the impacts of flooding and storm surge. “placing the new caminada substation into service is a significant milestone for not only us at entergy, but also for the community of grand isle,” said phillip may, entergy louisiana president and ceo. “following hurricane ida, we came into southeast louisiana with resiliency in mind, and to me, that’s exactly what the completion of this project represents.” he added, “we’re proud to serve the residents and businesses of grand isle and thank them for supporting the many utility crews who have worked hard to bring new electric infrastructure to the area.” in addition to rebuilding the caminada substation, entergy has also strengthened the electric system in the area by: <ul> <li><a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-louisiana-strengthening-electric-system-in-hard-hit-coastal-communities/">placing large utility poles deep into steel caissons</a></li> <li><a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-completes-longest-underground-project-in-company-history/">undergrounding approximately eight miles of distribution lines</a> along louisiana highway 1</li> <li>moving portions of the electric system out of hard-to-access locations in the marsh closer to roadways</li> <li>using several engineering and design tactics on the overhead distribution system to combat the effects of high winds (examples include tighter framing of equipment at the top of the pole, installing lighter transformers and shortening spans of wire from pole to pole)</li> </ul> “we would like to thank entergy for the electrical upgrades they have made to the island since hurricane ida, including the rebuilding of the caminada substation,” said town of grand isle mayor david carmadelle. “entergy has proved their commitment to grand isle’s resiliency.” the new caminada substation replaces one that received significant damage following hurricane ida, which made landfall nearby at port fourchon in august 2021. to provide power to grand isle, entergy procured and installed generators until a temporary substation could be built. a temporary substation was built and energized in october 2021 to provide more reliable power until a permanent substation could be completed. beyond rebuilding and improving the power grid, <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-louisiana-helping-grand-isle-businesses-recover/">entergy louisiana also partnered with friends of grand isle</a> to help business owners get on their feet following ida. to learn more about our reliability efforts, visit <a href="https://www.entergy.com/reliability/">entergy.com/reliability</a>. and to learn more about how the company is developing resilient solutions for a sustainable future, visit <a href="https://www.entergy.com/future/">entergy.com/future</a>. about entergy louisiana entergy louisiana, llc provides electricity to more than 1.1 million customers in 58 parishes and natural gas service to approximately 95,000 customers in baton rouge, louisiana. entergy louisiana is a subsidiary of 沙特vs墨西哥让球, a fortune 500 electric company. entergy powers life for 3 million customers through our operating companies in arkansas, louisiana, mississippi and texas. we’re investing in the reliability and resilience of the energy system while helping our region transition to cleaner, more efficient energy solutions. with roots in our communities for more than 100 years, entergy is a nationally recognized leader in sustainability and corporate citizenship. since 2018, we have delivered more than $100 million in economic benefits each year to local communities through philanthropy, volunteerism and advocacy. entergy is headquartered in new orleans, louisiana, and has approximately 12,000 employees. for the latest news from entergy, visit the <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/our-companies/louisiana/">newsroom</a>.//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-local-officials-community-members-celebrate-future-power-in-grand-isle///www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-local-officials-community-members-celebrate-future-power-in-grand-isle/?64c19b7b6bc6b412c8086a1bwed, 26 jul 2023 17:16:00 -0500entergy nuclear taps ferrick as outage vice president; corbin to retire jackson, miss. – entergy nuclear has named john ferrick, recently site vice president at waterford 3 steam electric station in killona, la., as fleet vice president of outage services at company headquarters in jackson, miss. he is transitioning to the role, working with darrell corbin, current outage vice president, as corbin prepares for retirement in august. “i want to thank john for his leadership and for his engagement at waterford 3 over the past three years,” said john dinelli, entergy nuclear chief operating officer. “john led the team through some challenging times, including one of the most difficult hurricanes the area has ever faced.” “in addition, i want to congratulate darrell on a well-earned retirement and thank him for his many contributions,” he continued. “he has been a strong leader and a valued member of the entergy nuclear team for 27 years.” before becoming site vice president at waterford 3, ferrick spent more than 30 years at indian point energy century in buchanan, n.y., in various leadership positions, including three years as general manager. he has experience in training, production, regulatory assurance, engineering and operations. ferrick has held a senior reactor operator license from indian point since1989. he earned his bachelor's and master's degrees in engineering from manhattan college. after spending a decade in the u.s. navy, corbin joined entergy in 1996 as a non-licensed operator at palisades nuclear plant in covert, mich., where he spent the next 20 years in various operations roles. in 2015, he became general manager of operations support for entergy’s merchant nuclear plants, and he later moved back to palisades as general manager and then site vice president in 2019. under his leadership, palisades surpassed the plant’s longest-ever production run before closure. corbin then moved to the fleet role of vice president of outage services. about entergy entergy nuclear, headquartered in jackson, mississippi, is a subsidiary of 沙特vs墨西哥让球. entergy nuclear owns, operates and supports a fleet of five reactors in four locations, generating enough clean, carbon-free electricity to power millions of homes. entergy (nyse: etr) is a fortune 500 company that powers life for 3 million customers through our operating companies in arkansas, louisiana, mississippi and texas. we’re investing in the reliability and resilience of the energy system while helping our region transition to cleaner, more efficient energy solutions. with roots in our communities for more than 100 years, entergy is a nationally recognized leader in sustainability and corporate citizenship. since 2018, we have delivered more than $100 million in economic benefits each year to local communities through philanthropy, volunteerism and advocacy. entergy is headquartered in new orleans, louisiana, and has approximately 12,000 employees. learn more at <a href="https://www.entergy.com/">entergy.com</a> and follow <a href="//www.dcsportsinc.com/social/">@entergy</a> on social media. #wepowerlife//www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-nuclear-taps-ferrick-as-outage-vice-president-corbin-retire///www.dcsportsinc.com/news/entergy-nuclear-taps-ferrick-as-outage-vice-president-corbin-retire/?64b5a54c1d745874c9373023mon, 17 jul 2023 15:15:00 -0500