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Entergy New Orleans launches phase 1 of Resilience projects to harden the grid

May 15, 2025

At Entergy New Orleans, our commitment to strengthening the electric grid and protecting our communities took a significant step forward as we officially launched the first phase of projects of our city-wide Resilience Plan.

Mount Carmel Academy champions energy efficiency through Entergy New Orleans’ Energy Smart Program

May 8, 2025

Entergy New Orleans supports organizations that prioritize sustainability and energy efficiency. Mount Carmel Academy, an all-girls Catholic high school in New Orleans, exemplifies this commitment through its successful participation in the Energy Smart Large Commercial Automated Demand Response Program.

Empowering future leaders

May 7, 2025

On May 7, 2025, Entergy New Orleans team members participated in an 8th Grade Career Day at Fannie C. Williams Charter School. This meaningful event provided students with a firsthand look into the utility sector and the diverse professional opportunities that it offers.

Entergy New Orleans helps restore power at Dominican High School

May 5, 2025

At Entergy New Orleans, we understand the critical role schools play in shaping our communities and the importance of maintaining consistent operations to support student learning. When we were alerted that St. Mary’s Dominican High School was unable to receive power due to internal electrical issues, our team quickly responded to support their swift return to normal operations.

Is your attic costing you money?

May 5, 2025

Your attic plays a major role in how much energy your home uses. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, you can take control of your energy costs and save up to 15% on heating and cooling by ensuring the proper attic insulation levels and sealing air leaks in your home.

Entergy New Orleans powers the Blues Tent at Jazz Fest

April 24, 2025

Entergy New Orleans is proud to support the 2025 Jazz & Heritage Festival with cleaner, more sustainable power. This year, we constructed a permanent electric point of connection at the Fair Grounds to power the Blues Tent and other auxiliary services, decreasing the festival’s reliance on diesel generators and reducing event-related carbon emissions.

Entergy New Orleans hosts walkdown in Lower 9th Ward

April 24, 2025

Entergy New Orleans is committed to maintaining a safe and reliable energy grid for our customers. As part of that commitment, we recently conducted a walkdown in the Lower 9th ward neighborhood to inspect utility poles and assess ongoing infrastructure needs.

Smarter ways to save, reduce energy use and get paid for your efforts

April 8, 2025

Did you know that installing a smart thermostat in your home can help lower energy usage and reduce your utility bills? ENERGY STAR® cites that, on average, an ENERGY STAR rated smart thermostat can save approximately 8% on heating and cooling bills or $50 per year.

Entergy line workers support women’s empowerment

April 8, 2025

Dress for Success New Orleans recently held its annual SUSCO Styled for Success Luncheon, a fundraising event that brought together fashion, philanthropy, and empowerment. This year’s fashion show included looks from local boutiques and featured Entergy line workers from the Tulane Avenue and Central Business District stations walking the runway alongside the models.

Entergy New Orleans partners with Councilwoman Lesli Harris’ office for District B Walkdown

April 7, 2025

Entergy New Orleans is committed to maintaining a safe and reliable energy grid for our customers. As part of that commitment, this week we conducted a walkdown in the Faubourg-Delachaise and Touro-Bouligny neighborhoods to inspect utility poles and assess ongoing infrastructure needs.