Entergy’s Environmental Stewardship Program
2008 Environmental Stewardship Program
Team up with Entergy
When it comes to the environment, it’s not enough to simply follow the letter
of the law — sometimes more needs to be done. Entergy is recognized as a
leader within the utility industry with respect to environmental stewardship.
We have a comprehensive environmental strategy that includes a commitment to
reduce greenhouse gas emissions and a focus on energy efficiency, coastal
restoration, recycling and community improvements. To complement that
strategy, through the Environmental Stewardship Program Entergy actively seeks
opportunities to fund innovative activities, programs, or projects that go
beyond compliance with environmental laws and regulations in preserving and
enhancing the environment.
In considering grant requests, priority is placed on programs in specific
counties/parishes. Please check the following links to determine if your
project is located in an area where Entergy has operations:
Arkansas, Louisiana,
Massachusetts, Michigan,
Mississippi, New Hampshire,
New York, Texas, and
Vermont. If you have questions about your eligibility, please contact the
Entergy contributions coordinator
in your state.
To see a listing of 2007 Environmental Stewardship winners click
here.
Eligibility
Grants from Entergy will only be made to the following types of organizations:
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Non-profit organizations that are tax exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the
Internal Revenue Code ("Tax Code"), or
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Schools, hospitals, governmental units and religious institutions that hold
nonprofit status similar to that of 501(c)(3) organizations, which may
therefore be eligible.
Application Process
Each applicant must submit an online Environmental Stewardship Grant
Application no later than March 10, 2008. (Applications submitted after that
date will not be considered.) If you are starting a new application,
Click here to access and submit an online application form. We strongly
suggest that when filling out the application you take advantage of the option
to create a personal account so that after you’ve submitted your application,
you can access it and make changes if necessary.
If you have already started an application, saved it and created an
account, please
click here to access your application.
Each application will be reviewed by the Environmental Stewardship Committee
and chosen on the basis of the criteria listed below. Awards will be announced
on or before Earth Day (April 22nd).
Criteria
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Judged on the principles of Entergy’s Environmental Policy (
http://www.entergy.com/our_community/environment.aspx.)
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Applicant must be an established organization with a mission or charter
consistent with improving the environment.
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Applicant must also have 501c3 tax-exempt status.
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Project should improve or address a significant environmental need in the
region.
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Project must show sustainable characteristics with measurable results
demonstrating lasting effects in the environment.
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Typical awards are $5,000-$25,000. However, more may be awarded for worthy
projects.
Preferences
Entergy gives preference to projects that have:
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An Entergy employee’s active involvement.
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Sustainable or continued benefits to the environment, including energy
efficiency, preservation of natural resources and wildlife, environmental
education or protection of public health.
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Significant community involvement.
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High probability of success and cost efficiency.
Questions should be directed to Entergy Corporate Social Responsibility at
1-877-285-2006.
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