Environmental news

Insights > Tips and tools
Recycling old fridges or freezers pays off
10/03/2024

Did you know that older, inefficient refrigerators and freezers use about 35% more energy than modern appliances? That’s right. They are often energy hogs, and they contain harmful materials that can damage the environment if not disposed of properly.

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Entergy Arkansas and Adopt a Charger boost eco-friendly EV charging
10/02/2024

Entergy Arkansas and Adopt a Charger are promoting Electric Vehicle (EV) Tourism and enabling zero emission travel at its first two Arkansas State Park locations.

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Insights > Our future, Tips and tools
Electric vehicle ownership: Tips for weighing EV options
09/27/2024

Much like electric appliances, purchasing decisions are made over time and consumers are still in the early stages of learning how EVs can meet their transportation needs. At Entergy Mississippi, we are closely monitoring EV adoption and we’ll adapt along the way to help EV drivers on the road and at home.

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News > Growth
Entergy Arkansas and Invenergy announce start of commercial operations at Walnut Bend Solar
09/19/2024

Adding to its growing fleet of utility-scale solar generating facilities, Entergy Arkansas has announced the start of commercial operations at Walnut Bend Solar Energy Center. The 100-megawatt solar energy center is located in Lee County to the east of Brinkley, Arkansas.

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Insights > Our future, Tips and tools
Curious about electric vehicles? There’s a podcast for that
09/04/2024

About 4 in 10 Americans say they’re very or somewhat likely to seriously consider an electric vehicle for their next vehicle purchase, according to a recent Pew Research Center survey. If you’re considering whether EVs could be right for you or your business, check out our 6-part podcast series called "Your EV Power Source."

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(l-r) AWS Vice President of Public Policy for the Americas Shannon Kellogg, Entergy Mississippi President and CEO Haley Fisackerly, ACORE Senior Vice President of Policy and Engagement, Lesley Hunter
(l-r) AWS Vice President of Public Policy for the Americas Shannon Kellogg, Entergy Mississippi President and CEO Haley Fisackerly, ACORE Senior Vice President of Policy and Engagement, Lesley Hunter
Insights > Our future
We’re unlocking the future of energy in our state
08/29/2024

I recently had the pleasure of sitting on a panel at the Amazon Web Services Summit in Washington, D.C., and it was clear that having AWS as a customer will allow us to both explore new grid strengthening technologies and continue leading our industry peers in sustainability goals as this new energy era emerges.  

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News > Communities, Customers, Energy efficiency
Southern University at New Orleans to receive over $300,000 from Energy Smart for energy efficiency
07/18/2024

Southern University at New Orleans (SUNO) is expected to receive approximately $380,000 in cash incentives from Energy Smart, Entergy New Orleans’ energy efficiency program, for implementing a series of energy-saving upgrades across its campus.

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News > Communities, Customers, Grid modernization, Environment
Brandon becomes home to Entergy’s second utility-owned EV fast chargers
07/02/2024

Located in downtown Brandon near I-20, the company’s $350,000 fast charging station will serve both residents and EV drivers passing through on I-20 and nearby I-55.

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Chicot Solar Energy Center, Chicot County, Arkansas
Chicot Solar Energy Center, Chicot County, Arkansas
News > Customers, Grid modernization, Investors, Growth
Entergy and NextEra Energy Resources agree to develop up to 4.5 GW of solar, energy storage projects
06/07/2024

The agreement represents significant progress toward Entergy’s growing portfolio of renewable energy generation for the benefit of its customers.

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Entergy Texas’ Palms Substation
Entergy Texas’ Palms Substation
News > Customers, Grid modernization, Growth
New substation on Bolivar Peninsula will improve service reliability
05/23/2024

The Palms substation is expected to be in service in June and will support the growing electrical demand on the peninsula.

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