Tag Archive for: Tree trimming
Entergy Helps Seed Success One Tree at a Time
In 2005, Hurricane Katrina wreaked havoc on the city’s urban canopy, making New Orleans one of the most deforested cities in America.
Entergy Named 2020 Tree Line USA Utility by Arbor Day Foundation
The Arbor Day Foundation has named Entergy a 2020 Tree Line USA® utility in honor of its commitment to proper tree pruning, planting and care in the provider’s service area. Tree Line USA, a partnership between the Foundation and the National Association of State Foresters, recognizes public and private utilities for pursuing practices that protect and enhance America's urban trees. Tree Line USA promotes the dual goals of delivering safe and reliable electricity while maintaining healthy community forests. “Trees are a critical part of urban landscapes all across the United States,” said Dan Lambe, president of the Arbor Day Foundation. “They provide important benefits to residents, including clean air and water. Service providers like Entergy demonstrate that it’s possible for trees and utilities to co-exist for the benefit of communities and citizens.” Entergy achieved Tree Line USA by meeting five program standards. Utilities must follow industry standards for quality tree care; provide annual worker training in best tree care practices; sponsor a tree planting and public education program; maintain a tree-based energy conservation program; and participate in an Arbor Day celebration.
Trees, The Lungs of the World: Entergy in Louisiana Partners with Customers to Decorate Nature Green
The benefits of planting a tree are deep like its roots and far-reaching like its branches.
Employee’s Training Kicks in When Customer Yells, ‘Somebody Help Me’
When your toddler is very ill and you’re in a panic, it’s good to have someone nearby who knows what to do.
Entergy Named 2019 Tree Line USA Utility by Arbor Day Foundation
The Arbor Day Foundation has named Entergy a 2019 Tree Line USA utility in honor of its commitment to proper tree pruning, planting and care in the company's service area.
How and Why We Trim Trees in Arkansas
Most customers understand the necessity of tree trimming, and we appreciate that. For those who are interested in some details of how and why we trim trees, please read on:
Tree Trimming Keeps Lines Free and Clear in New Orleans
The majestic oaks and scenic palm trees help create the New Orleans cityscape both residents and tourists have come to know and love. But those tree limbs, if not maintained, also can cause outages should they not be kept free and clear of overhead power lines.
Honoring Vets in Their Final Resting Place
Combat veteran Adam Zomant tried to tune out the sound of automatic rifle fire Wednesday morning as it echoed off the hills from nearby Camp Robinson. Now a vegetation operations coordinator based in Searcy, Zomant was one of six Entergy Arkansas vegetation management volunteers placing flags on veterans’ graves in the Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery in North Little Rock Wednesday morning.
Entergy Named 2017 Tree Line USA by Arbor Day Foundation
The Arbor Day Foundation has named Entergy a 2017 Tree Line USA in honor of its commitment to proper tree pruning, planting and care in the provider's service area.
New Year Brings New Projects to Keep Power Reliable for Port Arthur Customers
Motorists Urged to Drive Cautiously in Work Areasn