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Reflecting on 100 years in business, Entergy Mississippi is planning for another successful century
One of the oldest power generation companies in America, Entergy Mississippi, is celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2023. The organization began as The Mississippi Power & Light Company in 1923, with a handful of municipal electric systems. Today, it serves over 450,000 residential, commercial, and industrial customers in 45 of Mississippi’s 82 counties.

2023: The centennial in review
As we put a bow on 2023 and start building 2024, we’re looking at the top stories that shaped Entergy Mississippi’s centennial year. From an Entergy first, to a rate drop, and multiple community contributions – our year was packed with stories of impactful efforts across our 45-county service area.

Entergy responds to 1970s energy crisis with heightened focus on long-term sustainability
Ask anyone who lived through the 1970s what they remember about the energy crisis, and you’ll hear some common themes: The oil embargo and skyrocketing fuel prices. Panic over gasoline shortages and long lines at the pump. Energy conservation mandates and growing concerns over America’s dependence on foreign oil.

Entergy Louisiana partners with city to bring eco-friendly transportation to West Monroe
Company representatives and city leaders celebrate rollout of electric vehicle charging stations in downtown area

City, Entergy New Orleans complete final installation of Level 2 public EV charging program
A total of 25 sites now have EV charging stations which are free to use and available to the public across the metro area

Going electric at home: electric vehicles
Going electric at home is good for the world, but going electric when you travel is even better.

Entergy New Orleans to pilot vehicle-to-grid chargers in New Orleans East
First Student commits five electric buses to Harriett Tubman Charter School for a brand new V2G project

Utilities to play critical role in EV adoption, forecasts indicate
The electric vehicle market is primed for tremendous growth over the next decade.

Entergy New Orleans and Sagewell, Inc. launch incentive program for electric vehicle owners
Electric vehicle drivers can earn up to one month of free driving a year by charging off-peak

Entergy Texas partners with Sam Houston State University to expand electric vehicle access
The company donated $255,000 to help fund the campus’ first EV fast charging station.