Tag Archive for: Economic development

Entergy Louisiana to power $5.8B Hyundai steel plant

5,400 jobs anticipated, transformative investment in the region

Little Rock Port achieves Entergy Arkansas ‘Select Site’ Certification

The Little Rock Regional Chamber and Entergy Arkansas announced today the completion of its Select Site certification for a new 875-acre industrial megasite located on the southeastern portion of the Little Rock Port.

Entergy New Orleans and DDD announce completion of lighting project

Entergy New Orleans and the Downtown Development District (DDD), in partnership with the City of New Orleans, Greater New Orleans, Inc. (GNO, Inc.), and BioDistrict New Orleans recently announced the official completion of three major improvement projects across Downtown New Orleans.

Entergy named one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune magazine

Fortune magazine has recognized Entergy among the top utilities on its World’s Most Admired Companies list for 2025. Entergy was recognized by industry peers for its commitment to innovation and social responsibility, its long-term investment value and global competitiveness. This is the first time Entergy has been selected as a finalist for inclusion on this prestigious list.

Entergy New Orleans powers economic growth and helps build a stronger city

As the region’s only Fortune 500 company, Entergy New Orleans is committed to helping our community grow economically and thrive as a hub for opportunity. Our contributions to the local economy and partnerships with global and local organizations drive significant impact

Louisiana earns ‘Deal of the Year’ award for historic Meta data center project

Business Facilities Magazine has recognized Louisiana’s $10 billion Meta artificial intelligence data center as its Platinum 2024 Deal of the Year.

Entergy named a top utility in economic development for 17th consecutive year

For the 17th year in a row, Site Selection magazine has recognized Entergy Corporation as a top utility for driving economic growth in the communities we serve. In 2023, Entergy Mississippi helped secure $171 million in capital investments and create approximately 405 new jobs through announced economic development projects.

2024: A historic year in review

It’s been a remarkable year for Entergy Mississippi and its customers. As it comes to a close, we’re looking at the top stories that shaped our 2024.

Entergy New Orleans creates career pathways and shapes future workforce

The 1881 Internship Program, a partnership between the 1881 Institute and Entergy New Orleans and Entergy Louisiana, is providing underrepresented individuals with hands-on experience in technical roles in the energy sector.

Meta selects Entergy, Northeast Louisiana as site of $10B data center

Facebook and Instagram parent company Meta announced it will build a $10 billion artificial intelligence data center in northeast Louisiana, a transformational investment that cements the state’s status as a major innovation hub and puts this picturesque rural community on the leading edge of a global digital revolution.