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Mississippi schools save $350K using energy efficiency programs

As students from kindergarten to college-aged return to the classroom, some schools are welcoming them back with more energy-efficient technologies, like upgraded HVAC systems, lighting and commercial cooking equipment.

Entergy Mississippi customers can upgrade to energy-efficient products and save

Score instant and long-term savings by upgrading to energy-efficient products with Entergy Mississippi’s Entergy Solutions programs. Elevate your home’s comfort while reducing energy consumption.
Campus entrance sign at Jackson State University in Jackson, Miss.

Jackson State University students awarded Entergy’s HBCU scholarship

Entergy Mississippi is proud to announce three Jackson State University students have been awarded Entergy’s Power Your Future Scholarship. The scholarship is aimed at supporting undergraduate students pursuing eligible technology majors at select Historically Black Colleges and Universities, and minority-serving institutions across the company’s four-state service area.
Community Power Scholarship recipients (left to right) Ryan Wu, Meredith Hawkins, Alyssa Norsworthy and Alexis Hunsicker.

Seven Mississippians awarded Entergy’s Community Power Scholarship

Entergy is helping high-school graduates from its four-state service area pursue their college and career dreams with $5,000 scholarships from the company’s Community Power Scholarship program.

Light after the storm: 20 years strong

For the last 20 years after hurricanes Katrina and Rita, Entergy has powered a more resilient future for our customers and communities. We’re stronger today because of where we’ve been. We couldn’t be prouder to call this region home.

Entergy Mississippi offers bill management tools and resources

Although Entergy Mississippi’s rates remain 20% below the national average, home cooling costs can make up more than 50% of an average customer’s electric bill. Entergy Mississippi 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 as information about as bill management and financial assistance options.

Entergy announces recipients of HBCU scholarship to empower future leaders in technology

Entergy proudly announces the recipients of the Power Your Future Scholarship program, aimed at supporting undergraduate students pursuing eligible technology majors at select Historically Black Colleges and Universities, or HBCUs, and minority-serving institutions across the Gulf South region the company serves. This initiative is part of Entergy’s commitment to creating opportunity, enhancing workforce development and fostering educational success and career development across its service area in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas.

Honoring National Lineworker Appreciation Day

On July 10, we honor our crews who are committed to powering our communities safely for National Lineworker Appreciation Day.
Electric car charging in Jackson, Mississippi

Electric vehicle charging stations expand to Downtown Jackson

Downtown Jackson is now home to the newest set of electric vehicle charging stations in the metro area, thanks to Adopt a Charger’s Charge Up! Mississippi initiative. Funded by Entergy’s Environmental Initiatives Fund, Adopt a Charger has completed installation of eight EV charging stations in three downtown locations, to enable zero-emission travel and promote EV tourism.

Beat the Heat Day provides relief from high summer temperatures

Just in time for the peak of summer activities, Entergy Mississippi is contributing $628,000 to help older adults and customers with disabilities with their bills. The bill assistance, which includes contributions from employees, customers and shareholders, is distributed through Entergy’s The Power to Care program. The company announced the contributions during Beat the Heat Day events, where they gave away fans and energy efficiency kits to households in need.