Entergy New Orleans and Entergy Louisiana employees and contractors are closely monitoring the progress of the potential tropical system in the Gulf and are preparing for severe weather that could impact South Louisiana.

Although the heat of summer can increase electricity use and energy costs, Entergy is committed to helping customers stay cool and save money throughout the hotter months with bill management tools and resources. The company’s online Bill Toolkit connects customers to energy efficiency tips and resources, as well information about as bill management and financial assistance options.

Entergy Louisiana has officially broken ground on the Smalling Substation, a major piece of grid infrastructure that will connect Meta’s newest and largest data center, currently under construction in Richland Parish. The substation, which will be funded by Meta in its entirety, will play a central role in delivering electricity to the $10 billion facility, which spans more than 4-million square feet and represents one of the largest private investments in Louisiana history. The Smalling Substation will cover about 55 acres and connect to high-voltage power lines that bring energy from across the region and deliver it to the Meta site.