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Empowering our communities through energy equity

April 22, 2024

As we navigate today’s evolving energy landscape, it's imperative that our communities have access to clean and affordable energy. Customers are dependent on reliable electricity now more than ever to power their homes and businesses – and that dependence is only increasing as energy demand continues to grow.

Free tax prep services secures nearly $43M in tax refunds for Entergy customers in 2023

April 9, 2024

n"Entergy's assistance with my taxes was truly a blessing. The entire process, from arriving at the event to the completion, was incredibly smooth. Thanks to their support, I received a substantial tax refund that I couldn't have managed on my own, and it didn't cost me a penny." –Entergy customer

Energy for a better future: Entergy releases 2023 Performance Report

April 3, 2024

Today, Entergy announced its 2023 Performance Report, titled “Energy for a better future.” Entergy’s strategic approach, outlined in the report, is designed to drive growth, enhance sustainability and build a more resilient system for the benefit of all our stakeholders.

The American Heart Association recognizes Kenyon Webber as a 2024 “Women in STEM” honoree

March 12, 2024

Kenyon Webber, a senior lead nuclear engineer at Entergy, was recently recognized as one of six 2024 "Women in STEM" honorees by the American Heart Association. This award is a recognition of her outstanding commitment and impact in the field of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics, or STEM, in New Orleans.

Entergy CEO advocates for ALICE households at United Way Summit

February 26, 2024

The United Way of Northern New Jersey invited Entergy's Chair and CEO Drew Marsh to be a keynote panelist at the National ALICE Summit that was held last month in New Orleans. The summit focused on supporting Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed individuals. ALICE represents the growing number of families who earn a little more than the federal poverty level but still struggle to afford basic needs like food, housing, childcare transportation, health care and technology.

Entergy advocates for vulnerable customers during LIHEAP Action Day on Capitol Hill

February 20, 2024

This month, 20 representatives from Entergy, alongside our invaluable community partners and customers, joined advocates in Washington, D.C. to participate in LIHEAP Action Day. This national event, organized by the National Energy and Utility Affordability Coalition, serves as a platform to engage and educate policymakers about the critical importance of the federal Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, or LIHEAP.

Entergy employees honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and fight food insecurity in our communities

February 14, 2024

Recently, Entergy employees came together to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by participating in a series of events across our service areas to support our communities in need. With a shared commitment to giving back, our employees joined forces with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and Healthy and packed 200,000 meals that will be distributed to Louisiana families struggling with food insecurity. This collective effort not only allowed us to achieve our goal of assisting our customers, neighbors and families in need but also had a significant impact on addressing hunger in Louisiana.

Reflecting on 100 years in business, Entergy Mississippi is planning for another successful century

December 21, 2023

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.

Entergy brightens customers’ spirits this holiday through its annual “Operation Secret Santa”

December 21, 2023

Entergy recently spread some holiday cheer through our annual initiative called "Operation Secret Santa." Lucky first-in-line customers at our Canal Street Customer Care Center got their bills paid through Santa and The Power to Care, which is part of our low-income bill assistance program.

Entergy employees spread holiday cheer at The Times-Picayune Doll and Toy Fund annual gift giveaway

December 19, 2023

This holiday season, Entergy employees helped spread cheer at The Times-Picayune Doll and Toy Fund annual gift giveaway in New Orleans. Celebrating its 128th year, the event donates toys to thousands of kids and families in need. Entergy has been one of the lead sponsors of this event since 2016.