Tag Archive for: Electrical grid

Entergy New Orleans’ steadfast commitment to reliable service
A reliable power grid is not just a convenience—it's a necessity. Recognizing this, Entergy New Orleans has spent years making significant improvements to our power delivery infrastructure, an effort that has demanded considerable investment and strategic foresight.

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

Wonder over worry: Electricity and the 2024 solar eclipse
For centuries, humans have been fascinated by the solar eclipse.

Sunflower Solar Plant ensures a ‘bright future’ for Entergy and Mississippi
When picturing renewable energy sources like wind, solar and hydroelectric power, it’s easy to first think of wide-open plains, cloudless desert skies and archway dams bordered by craggy overlooks and mountain passes.

$37M substation enhances reliability in northwest Mississippi
The Snowden Park Substation enhances reliability for the existing transmission and distribution systems by providing capacity for future residential, commercial and industrial growth in DeSoto County.


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.

Population growth sparks North Mississippi grid upgrades
If there’s one thing Entergy Mississippi loves to see in our communities, it’s growth. With DeSoto County being thefastest growingcounty in Mississippi, we know our job as a reliable utility is more important than ever for customers in the northern part of the state. It’s why the company has poured $4.8 million into strengthening the grid and increasing load capacity in and around Lewisburg.

Specialized Entergy crews power Louisiana communities through historic summer
Specialized Entergy crews called “barehand crews” have helped keep the lights on for Louisiana residents and businesses throughout a historically hot summer by safely performing work on energized power lines.

Entergy Texas seeks government grant funding for grid strengthening project in Port Arthur
$79.5 million in requested funding would help finance proposed infrastructure investments to increase reliability and resiliency of electric power delivery, resulting in less damage, lower restoration costs, fewer interruptions, and faster recovery times after major storms