Electrification is a priority for Entergy New Orleans, and the installation is part of a broader effort to create permanent power sources that reduce localized emissions. The project is expected to deliver a net reduction of approximately 15 metric tons of CO₂ emissions. The electrification project also advances the festival’s environmental goals and builds upon the work of Shell, Jazz Fest’s official sustainability partner, who helped the Festival achieve��.

“This project is about more than powering a stage—it’s about building a cleaner, healthier future for our city,” says Deanna Rodriguez, president and CEO of Entergy New Orleans. “By investing in electrification and partnering with organizations that share our goals, we’re helping iconic events like Jazz Fest reduce their environmental impact while continuing to serve the communities that make New Orleans so special.”

Entergy New Orleans remains committed to expanding electrification infrastructure throughout the city and supporting projects that create lasting environmental, economic, and cultural value.

Visit here��for more information on Entergy New Orleans’ sustainability initiatives.

About Entergy New Orleans

Entergy New Orleans provides electricity to approximately 209,000 customers in Orleans Parish, Louisiana. Entergy New Orleans is a subsidiary of ���ϳԹ���. Entergy produces, transmits and distributes electricity to power life for 3 million customers through our operating companies in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas. We’re investing for growth and improved reliability and resilience of our energy system while working to keep energy rates affordable for our customers. We’re also investing in cleaner energy generation like modern natural gas, nuclear and renewable energy. A nationally recognized leader in sustainability and corporate citizenship, we deliver more than $100 million in economic benefits each year to the communities we serve through philanthropy, volunteerism and advocacy. Entergy is a Fortune 500 company headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana, and has approximately 12,000 employees. Learn more at����and connect with��@EntergyNOLA��on social media.

Our power generation portfolio

At Entergy, more than half of the energy we supply comes from efficient natural gas-powered generation and clean nuclear energy. This strategic mix enables us to provide reliable electricity while minimizing environmental impact. Our generation fleet includes a range of sources such as natural gas, nuclear, coal, oil, hydroelectric, in addition to renewable energy resources.

With approximately 24,000 megawatts of electric generating capacity, Entergy owns and operates one of the cleanest large-scale generation fleets in the country. We have a fleet of 28 active natural gas, oil, hydroelectric, and coal generating facilities with a combined capacity of nearly 19,000 megawatts.

Our nuclear fleet produces approximately 5,000 megawatts of nuclear capacity. This carbon-free power source is critical in meeting our climate goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. Furthermore, we have approximately 8,600 megawatts of renewable energy projects that are either operational or in approval status awaiting construction.

With a focus on clean energy, Entergy has achieved an impressive milestone with our carbon dioxide emissions 40% below the national average. This accomplishment highlights our dedication to not only meeting but exceeding environmental industry standards.

Local clean energy initiatives

Reflecting our commitment to a sustainable energy future, Entergy New Orleans current portfolio includes approximately 100 MW of renewable energy. Our New Orleans Solar Station, which provides 20 MW of large-scale local renewable generation, exemplifies our efforts to harness solar power and to reducing our carbon footprint. These initiatives are part of a broader strategy that ensures our power generation portfolio continues to meet the growing demand for clean energy.

We believe that our sustainability initiatives should not come at the expense of affordability. This commitment ensures that as we invest in cleaner technologies, we also keep energy costs manageable for our customers. Our dedication to providing affordable services is evident in our competitive electric rates, which are 10% below the national average.

“As a part of Entergy’s power generation team, we understand our responsibility in confronting environmental issues,” said Keith Wood, director of resource planning and market operations at Entergy New Orleans. “Our dedication to sustainability drives us to explore cleaner energy sources and to utilize innovative technology that reduces our carbon output and costs for our customers.”

Entergy New Orleans takes pride in our proactive approach to community engagement and environmental stewardship. Since the establishment of the New Orleans City Council’s clean energy targets, we have consistently met the benchmarks each year. This demonstrates our dedication to supporting local initiatives and underpins our role as a leader in the clean energy landscape.

“At Entergy New Orleans, we understand the critical role we play in addressing the challenge of climate change,” said Deanna Rodriguez, president and CEO of Entergy New Orleans. “Our commitment to reducing our carbon footprint is at the core of everything we do. By investing in clean energy alternatives, we are not only meeting the energy needs of today, but also ensuring a cleaner, healthier future.”

As we look to the future, we remain committed to leading the charge in clean energy generation. Our focus on addressing climate issues has placed us among the cleanest generation fleets in the country. Through our investments in renewable resources and innovative technologies, we will continue to provide reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy to the communities we serve.

Learn more about Entergy’s power generation fleet¬†here.

About Entergy New Orleans

Entergy New Orleans, LLC provides electricity to approximately 208,000 customers and natural gas to approximately 109,000 customers in Orleans Parish, Louisiana. Entergy New Orleans is a subsidiary of ���ϳԹ���, a Fortune 500 electric company. Entergy powers life for 3 million customers through our operating companies in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas. We’re investing in the reliability and resilience of the energy system while helping our region transition to cleaner, more efficient energy solutions. With roots in our communities for more than 100 years, Entergy is a nationally recognized leader in sustainability and corporate citizenship. Since 2018, we have delivered more than $100 million in economic benefits each year to local communities through philanthropy, volunteerism and advocacy. Entergy is headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana, and has approximately 12,000 employees. For the latest news from Entergy New Orleans, visit the and connect with @EntergyNOLA on social media.

Cook-Nelson spoke about the momentum currently behind nuclear power and salient support for the clean environment initiative. She relayed Entergy’s commitment to reaching net zero carbon emissions by 2050, and talked about the need to understand how to keep a diverse energy portfolio, citing nuclear energy’s fuel security, reliability and safety as chief reasons it will be key to helping create a carbon-free future. Cook-Nelson also noted some of the challenges of advanced nuclear, such as financial gaps, technical readiness, and regulatory and project risks.

She was one of several nationally-acclaimed speakers at the annual event, which began in 2000 to provide learning and networking opportunities across the broad range of engineering disciplines and topics.

The Tulane Engineering Forum is organized by the engineering alumni of Tulane University and the Tulane School of Science and Engineering.

Not only that, trees can help you save money. When planted properly, a single tree can save a homeowner up to 20% on energy costs.

For the past several years, Entergy has partnered with the Arbor Day Foundation to give customers free trees as part of the . The program focuses on homeowner education and environmental impact.

By entering a planting address, the program tool also calculates where homeowners can strategically plant trees for the greatest energy- and money-saving benefits.

Since Entergy launched its program in 2018, approximately 8,700 customers have received free trees to plant at home.

The program also benefits the community and the environment overall. Neighborhood trees have shown the ability to reduce stress, improve overall health and development in children, and encourage physical activity. And trees are a proven, affordable, natural way to quickly pull carbon dioxide out of the atmosphere.

Powered by Entergy’s Environmental Initiatives Fund, the tree giveaway is projected to avoid or capture more than 94.5 million pounds of carbon, absorb nearly 272,000 pounds of other air pollutants and filter nearly 425 million gallons of stormwater over the next 20 years.

Customers agree: free, energy-saving trees are good for everyone:

• “More people should know about it. It’s free and lowers energy bill.”
• “It was fun to learn about placement of the tree. Planting trees is a good thing, and y’all made it crazy easy. It was a no brainer for me.”
• “Was easy to get a tree. Good for people who lost trees in storms and won’t be able to afford replacing them.”
• “The trees are so pretty and definitely cut down on the electric bills we have from the high heat in the summer.”
• “The tree sent is beautiful and healthy and will save us money in the future.”

Entergy customers can follow us on social media for their next opportunity to claim a free tree, which will launch on National Arbor Day – April 28!

As part of a panel discussion on the future of clean, carbon-free nuclear energy, Cook-Nelson touched on everything from the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act to new small modular reactors, subsequent license renewals of existing plants and the environmental pros of nuclear power.

“Entergy is committed to meeting its 2050 sustainability goals, including net zero,” said Cook-Nelson. “To meet our net-zero targets, we see clean, carbon-free nuclear energy as critical to our business. This includes operating our current five nuclear units in four sites in Arkansas, Louisiana and Mississippi at optimum levels.”

Cook-Nelson discussed the company’s current focus on its people, employee engagement and empowerment, continuous improvement and achieving excellence.

“There are tremendous opportunities for us to make lasting differences for Entergy’s customers, employees, communities, owners, industry and the planet,” she said.

She noted that the Inflation Reduction Act creates significant tax credit incentives for carbon-free energy, including nuclear and said the company is focusing on nuclear production tax credits for existing plants and technology-neutral tax credits for advanced nuclear and small modular reactors.

“It was my honor to represent the more than 3,500 Entergy Nuclear professionals at this important gathering,” said Cook-Nelson. “Our team members are the best in the nuclear business, so this conference gave me a chance to tell our story.”

Entergy Nuclear is headquartered in Jackson, Mississippi.

About Entergy

Entergy Nuclear, headquartered in Jackson, Mississippi, is a subsidiary of ���ϳԹ���. Entergy, a Fortune 500 company headquartered in New Orleans, powers life for 3 million customers through its operating companies across Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas. Entergy is creating a cleaner, more resilient energy future for everyone with its diverse power generation portfolio, including increasingly carbon-free energy sources. With roots in the Gulf South region for more than a century, Entergy is a recognized leader in corporate citizenship, delivering more than $100 million in economic benefits to local communities through philanthropy and advocacy efforts annually over the last several years. Our approximately 12,000 employees are dedicated to powering life today and for future generations. Learn more at and follow on Twitter. #WePowerLife

NEW ORLEANS – Entergy is helping 19 local community partners protect the environment by contributing $1 million in shareholder-funded grants through the company’s Environmental Initiatives Fund. These grants mark the 22nd consecutive year that Entergy has earmarked this significant amount of funds to support the important work of local environmental programs.

“We’re pleased to continue partnering with our communities for this 22nd year to help reduce environmental risks and seize opportunities for the benefit of everyone,” said John Weiss, Entergy’s vice president of sustainability and environmental policy. “These environmental projects help support Entergy’s vision to create long-term, sustainable value that benefits all our stakeholders. Together, through these strategic environmental partnerships, we’re supporting all our stakeholders and building stronger and cleaner communities.”

Entergy’s Environmental Initiatives Fund identifies environmentally beneficial projects or programs that help better the environment by reducing emissions, protecting natural resources and restoring wetlands and forests. The fund also focuses on educating Entergy customers, employees, communities and owners on the value of natural resources and other environmental improvements.

The 2022 Environmental Initiatives Fund recipients include:

• ¬†was awarded $95,000 for wetland restoration and enhancement activities for whooping crane habitat in the White Lake Wetlands Conservation Area in Vermillion Parish, Louisiana.
• was awarded $80,000 to help install emissions-free solar panels on rooftops of New Orleans restaurants to create a sustainable microgrid and establish community hubs for disaster recovery efforts in the aftermath of hurricanes and prolonged power outages.
• was granted $50,000 to restore and improve wildlife habitat in Arkansas rivers by removing, replacing or remediating five old low water barriers in the Saline River watershed, Upper Little Red River, and Cave Creek, a tributary of the Buffalo River.
• received $16,000 for the installation of energy-efficient LED lighting at its Central Regional Lab in Pearl, Mississippi.
• received $14,500 to create and improve monarch butterfly habitat with four gardens in Nederland/Port Arthur, Kountze, Beaumont and Saratoga, Texas.

View the complete list of 2022 EIF grant recipients .

Since 2001, nearly $42 million of Entergy shareholder contributions have been invested in environmentally beneficial projects and programs through the Environmental Initiatives Fund. The EIF also contributes to Entergy’s leadership role as an advocate for and contributor to solutions to our most critical environmental challenges, consistent with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Learn how Entergy’s operations contribute to the achievement of these global goals¬†here.

About Entergy

Entergy (NYSE: ETR), a Fortune 500 company headquartered in New Orleans, powers life for 3 million customers through its operating companies across Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas. Entergy is creating a cleaner, more resilient energy future for everyone with our diverse power generation portfolio, including increasingly carbon-free energy sources. With roots in the Gulf South region for more than a century, Entergy is a recognized leader in corporate citizenship, delivering more than $100 million in economic benefits to local communities through philanthropy and advocacy efforts annually over the last several years. Our approximately 12,000 employees are dedicated to powering life today and for future generations. Learn more at entergy.com and follow @Entergy on social media. #WePowerLife

Entergy is taking additional actions on climate change while maintaining our commitment to safely providing reliable, affordable and cleaner energy for customers and communities.

We recently published our latest climate report as an update to stakeholders and to provide transparency on our progress to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.

“As a power provider for 3 million customers in four southern states, Entergy plays a critical role in delivering the clean energy solutions essential to lowering greenhouse gas emissions across the economy, without compromising affordability or service reliability,” said Drew Marsh, chief executive officer for Entergy. “This report outlines our thoughtfully planned climate actions moving forward and our approach to addressing uncertainties along the way.”

Entergy is one of the first utilities to address the totality of carbon emissions across its value chain – that is, Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions of all applicable greenhouse gases from all Entergy businesses.

In the report, we reaffirmed our commitment to by 2050 and discussed two interim carbon emission reduction targets. First, we expect 50% of our power generation capacity will come from clean, carbon-free energy sources by 2030, which is a new goal established as of the latest climate report. Second, we will reduce our carbon dioxide emissions rate by 50%, including owned and purchased power generation, from 2000 base-year emissions by 2030. Entergy also reaffirmed plans to retire all coal-powered generating plants by the end of 2030.

The report also discusses efforts to accelerate investments in power delivery system resilience. Entergy strives to build and maintain a reliable and resilient system. In response to the increased frequency in extreme weather events, we have broadened and updated our climate science-based analysis process. Based on this analysis, we are proactively accelerating our investments in resilience, especially in vulnerable areas.

This latest climate report builds on Entergy’s 20-year history of climate action and advances a cleaner, sustainable and more resilient future for all stakeholders. Read our foundational 2019 climate report and our 2020 addendum, which established our net-zero emissions by 2050 commitment .

In this announcement and the climate report, ���ϳԹ��� makes certain “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.�� Such forward-looking statements include, among other things, statements regarding Entergy’s climate plans, goals, beliefs, assumptions and expectations, including the illustrative pathway presented in its climate report, statements regarding its carbon-free energy capacity, GHG reduction goals and strategies; and other statements of Entergy’s plans, beliefs, or expectations included in this presentation. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which apply only as of the date of this presentation.�� Except to the extent required by the federal securities laws, Entergy undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.���� These forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks, uncertainties, and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in such forward-looking statements.�� Many of those factors are discussed in the climate report and in Entergy’s most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K, any subsequent Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, and Entergy’s other reports and filings made under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and include, among others, uncertainties associated with rate proceedings, formula rate plans, and other cost recovery mechanisms, uncertainties associated with realizing the benefits of Entergy’s resilience plan and efforts to remediate the effects of major storms and recover related restoration costs; risks associated with operating nuclear facilities, including plant relicensing, operating, and regulatory costs and risks; and the effects of technological change, including the costs, pace of development, and commercialization of new and emerging technologies.

Entergy Nuclear owns and operates a national fl­eet of five nuclear reactors in four locations, generating enough clean, carbon-free electricity to power approximately 2.6 million homes. With 4,000 nuclear professionals located in multiple states, Entergy is more than just ­a fleet of nuclear power plants. We are a company dedicated to improving the lives of our customers, our communities and the environment in which we live and work.

By harnessing 100% clean nuclear energy, we can help our region transition to a low-carbon future while meeting the growing demands of our nation’s energy needs.

Entergy is committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. Our clean, carbon-free nuclear fleet is playing a critical role in meeting our climate commitment.

Nuclear energy is clean.

It protects our air quality by generating electricity without harmful pollutants like carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxide, sulfur dioxide, particulate matter or mercury.

Our fleet of nuclear plants prevents the emission of nearly 23 million metric tons of carbon dioxide each year, according to the Nuclear ���ϳԹ��� Institute. That’s the same as taking approximately 5 million passenger vehicles off the road.

Nuclear energy is reliable.

Nuclear power plants are an efficient source of electricity, operating around the clock at a 92% capacity factor.

Not to mention, nuclear power plants are built to withstand the toughest of circumstances. The Waterford 3 Steam Electric Station returned to service, supplying clean power to devastated Louisiana communities, one week after a direct hit from Hurricane Ida.

Nuclear fuel is small but mighty.

One uranium fuel pellet is about the same size as a pencil eraser. That one pellet generates as much energy as one ton of coal, 149 gallons of oil or 17,000 cubic feet of natural gas.

A typical nuclear power reactor in our fleet generates enough electricity to power 530,000 homes without emitting any greenhouse gases. That’s more than enough to power Jackson, Mississippi, Little Rock, Arkansas, New Orleans and Baton Rouge, Louisiana, combined.

Nuclear energy is critical to decarbonize the energy sector.

Entergy is taking aggressive action to combat climate change and its impacts to our region. We are committed to net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, and our nuclear portfolio is a major part of that equation. Learn more about our climate commitment here.

Learn more about our nuclear energy fleet .

JACKSON, Miss. – Construction is complete on a 100-megawatt renewable solar power station near Ruleville in the Mississippi Delta, providing clean energy to Entergy Mississippi’s 461,000 customers. The Sunflower Solar Station is the largest utility-owned solar installation in Mississippi and provides enough energy to power 16,000 homes.

“It’s a historic day for Entergy Mississippi, our customers and our state,” said Haley Fisackerly, Entergy Mississippi president and CEO. “Powering communities is the heart of our business, and this power station will do that in several ways—by providing clean, green power to customers and a hedge against rising natural gas prices, and giving industries with renewable energy goals an incentive to locate or expand operations in our state.”

The solar station is also the first plant in what will be the largest expansion of renewable power in the state’s history. Under a program called EDGE, for “Economic Development with Green ���ϳԹ���,” the company plans to replace some aging natural gas plants with 1,000 megawatts of renewable energy over the next five years.

Recurrent ���ϳԹ���, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Canadian Solar, Inc., developed and built the Sunflower Solar Station for Entergy Mississippi, which will own it for the life of the facility. Sunflower is one of the first utility-scale solar projects to be constructed under a Build Transfer Agreement in the United States. Recurrent ���ϳԹ��� signed a BTA with Entergy Mississippi in 2018 designating the regulated utility to own the Sunflower Solar project when it reached commercial operation. The BTA was approved unanimously by the Mississippi Public Service Commission in April 2020.

The Sunflower Solar Station employed Mississippi vendors and construction workers. Attala Steel Industries, based in Kosciusko, supplied 2,475 tons of steel for foundations. Additionally, A-1 Kendrick Fence Company, based in Jackson, installed the perimeter fence. More than half of the labor hours spent on the project’s construction were from workers local to the area and surrounding counties. Signal ���ϳԹ��� LLC served as the Engineering, Procurement and Construction provider.

“We are proud to have commissioned the largest utility-owned solar project in Mississippi on behalf of Entergy in a way that has supported Mississippi businesses and paved the way for more renewable energy in the state,” said Dr. Shawn Qu, Chairman and Chief Executive Office of Canadian Solar. “Sunflower is our first build-own-transfer project and our first project in Mississippi. We look forward to supporting the growth of solar throughout the southeast United States, and repeating this model which provides additional value for our customers.”

The emissions-free, renewable energy plant sits on approximately 1,000 acres in Sunflower County and connects to Entergy’s transmission grid in Ruleville. The plant is a single axis tracking photovoltaic power generator with 272,000 PV modules.

In 2021, ���ϳԹ��� announced plans to triple its renewable energy portfolio over a three-year period. The company expects to have 11,000 megawatts of renewable energy generation by the end of 2030. The Sunflower Solar Station is another milestone in our continued transformation of our power generation portfolio, meeting customers’ needs with clean, efficient and diverse sources of electricity while maintaining affordable rates. Learn more about our renewable energy generation growth at entergy.com/renewable-energy.

About Entergy Mississippi

Entergy Mississippi, LLC provides electricity to approximately 461,000 customers in 45 counties. Entergy Mississippi is a subsidiary of ���ϳԹ���, an integrated energy company engaged in electric power production, transmission and retail distribution operations. Entergy delivers electricity to 3 million utility customers in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas. Entergy owns and operates one of the cleanest large-scale U.S. power generating fleets with approximately 30,000 megawatts of electric generating capacity, including 7,000 megawatts of nuclear power. Headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana, Entergy has annual revenues of $10 billion and approximately 12,500 employees.

About Canadian Solar Inc.
Canadian Solar was founded in 2001 in Canada and is one of the world’s largest solar technology and renewable energy companies. It is a leading manufacturer of solar photovoltaic modules, provider of solar energy and battery storage solutions, and developer of utility-scale solar power and battery storage projects with a geographically diversified pipeline in various stages of development. Over the past 19 years, Canadian Solar has successfully delivered over 52 GW of premium-quality, solar photovoltaic modules to customers in over 150 countries. Likewise, since entering the project development business in 2010, Canadian Solar has developed, built, and connected over 5.7 GWp in over 20 countries across the world. Currently, the Company has around 500 MWp of projects in operation, over 5 GWp of projects under construction or in backlog (late-stage), and an additional 14 GWp of projects in pipeline (mid- to early- stage). Canadian Solar is one of the most bankable companies in the solar and renewable energy industry, having been publicly listed on the NASDAQ since 2006. For additional information about the Company, follow Canadian Solar on or visit .

About Recurrent ���ϳԹ��� (Canadian Solar Subsidiary)
Recurrent ���ϳԹ��� is a leading utility-scale solar and storage project developer, delivering competitive, clean electricity to large energy buyers. Based in the U.S., Recurrent ���ϳԹ��� is a wholly owned subsidiary of Canadian Solar Inc. and functions as Canadian Solar’s U.S. project development arm. Recurrent ���ϳԹ��� has approximately 5 GW of solar and storage projects in development in the U.S. Additional details are available at .

This trash — plastic cups, doubloons, toys and beads – can make its way into storm drains, where it increases the chance for flooding, and into the environment, creating a��hazard��to wildlife. But with a little effort, these items can be collected and recycled.��

That’s why we are proud to partner for a more sustainable Carnival season by supporting several projects through our Environmental Initiatives Fund.��

The EIF, funded by company shareholders, identifies environmentally beneficial projects or programs that help better the environment by reducing emissions, protecting natural resources and restoring wetlands and forests.��

Entergy is once again working with��, a nonprofit organization focused on waste prevention, to increase recycling efforts and expand the use of eco-friendly throws and consumable goods. Formed in 2017, Grounds Krewe’s efforts have proven to be the most successful parade waste reduction and recycling effort in the history of New Orleans.��

“Supporting a recycling program that helps ensure a sustainable Mardi Gras, which is so closely associated with our company hometown’s unique culture and appeal, fits well with our mission to add sustainable value to our communities and our commitment to protect the environment,” said Kelli Dowell, Entergy’s director of environmental policy.��

On the Route Parade Recycling
Revelers will benefit from a parade recycling activity in partnership with Entergy, ArcGNO, The Urban Conservancy and Republic Services.��

Paradegoers should be on the lookout for volunteers in neon vests Feb. 26, during the krewes of Iris and Tucks parades and Feb. 27, during the krewes of Okeanos, Mid-City and Thoth parades. Volunteers��will distribute labeled recycling bags to paradegoers before the first parade and collect unwanted throws, aluminum cans and plastic waste following the last parade.��

Sustainable Throw Catalog
Entergy is also helping ensure a more sustainable Mardi Gras even before a parade begins. Grounds Krewe was awarded a grant from Entergy’s shareholder-funded Environmental Initiatives Fund to launch an online��.��

Catalog items are made from sustainable materials and biodegradable packaging and promote Louisiana’s unique culture. This year’s environmentally friendly options include red beans, jambalaya mix and ground coffee. Keep your eyes peeled and your hands raised high for these coveted sustainable throws throughout the Carnival season.