NEW ORLEANS – Entergy has been recognized as a��, a prestigious recognition by Points of Light that highlights the top companies in the United States leading the way in employee volunteerism and community investment. This marks the 10th consecutive year that Entergy has received this significant honor.

In addition to this achievement, Entergy was named the Utilities Sector Leader for the third consecutive year, underscoring the company’s unwavering commitment to being a good corporate partner and community engagement. Furthermore, Entergy was also recognized as this year’s Volunteer Leader Awardee for the first time, acknowledging the company’s work to promote and enhance its employee volunteer programs that ultimately benefit the communities it serves.

“Being recognized as a Civic 50 honoree for 10 years in a row is a testament to our workforce’s dedication and the meaningful impact we have made in the communities we serve,” said Patty Riddlebarger, Entergy vice president of corporate social responsibility. “In 2024, our employees and retirees contributed more than 122,000 volunteer hours valued at $4 million across our service areas. Our employees’ passion for volunteering and community investment not only strengthens our neighborhoods but also embodies our core values and mission as a company.”

The Civic 50 honors U.S. companies that prioritize giving back, empowering volunteer work and creating sustainable community programs. Entergy is committed to giving back and making a difference in the Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas communities it serves.

“In an ever-evolving landscape, companies are looking to ensure that they can meet the needs of their communities, customers and stakeholders,” said Jennifer Sirangelo, president and CEO of Points of Light. “Companies like Entergy are leading the way in showing how social impact benefits their employee’s well-being, strengthens the communities where they do business and brings value and meaning to their work. Their efforts provide a model for others looking to bring the benefits of volunteering and social impact to their workforce and they’re extremely deserving of this recognition.”

Through strategic partnerships with community partners, Entergy continues to implement a range of initiatives aimed at addressing poverty, promoting education and workforce development, providing financial help to vulnerable customers, improving its communities and protecting the environment. Learn more about Entergy’s commitment to��serving its communities.

About Entergy

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��entergy.com��and connect with��@Entergy��on social media.

Adams has shaped her career in project management, inspired by a family legacy of first responders. Growing up surrounded by retired rangers, mail carriers, railroad nurses, police officers and military personnel, she learned the value of service and resilience early on. For Adams, the noble cause of making power was a calling, and she found her niche in the technical and team-oriented environment of the nuclear industry.����
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Starting her career in operations, Adams quickly knew she wanted to learn every aspect of��operating��a plant. After years as a plant operator, her passion for cross-functional teamwork led her to move into project management within the engineering sector. She recognized that building connections and strong relationships was key to success in project management, enabling effective communication and progress in complex projects.����

Trust is essential in project management, and Adams has fostered this trust with her colleagues throughout her career at Entergy. This trust is��evident��in the successful outcome of her projects. Her efforts created a supportive environment where every team member thrived and effectively addressed the challenges that arose.����

As Adams reflects on her development over the years, she credits her mother with instilling the importance of paving the way for future generations of women, teaching her that every action she takes impacts those who will follow. “The women who come today set the stage for those who come tomorrow,” Adams said.����

Committed to recognizing the��hard work��of her team, Adams strives to ensure that strong contributions do not go unnoticed. She��demonstrates��that leadership is not just about authority but also about empowering others.����
Adam’s ability to build trust and support within her team has been a crucial factor in her success. By creating an environment where everyone feels valued and empowered, she has not only contributed to multiple project achievements but has also strengthened the foundation for future collaboration within the organization.��

BATON ROUGE, La. – Super Bowl LIX brought more than football to New Orleans — it helped deliver one of the largest economic impacts in NFL history, serving as the centerfold of a historic era for Louisiana Economic Development, which has secured nearly $62 billion in new capital investment since the start of Governor Jeff Landry’s administration.

��from Louisiana State University’s E.J. Ourso College of Business found the event generated��$1.25 billion��in total economic activity statewide,��more than doubling��the impact of the 2013 New Orleans Super Bowl and ranking as the second most financially impactful Super Bowl of all-time, even when compared to much larger host cities.

“Super Bowl LIX was a tremendous success for New Orleans and all of Louisiana,”��Governor Jeff Landry��said. “Hosting the Super Bowl is so much more than a football game. It’s an opportunity to drive an economic impact that is both immediate and long-term. We seized the opportunity to showcase Louisiana, and we scored huge! ”

The study, authored by LSU Professor Dek Terrell and Economist Nikolas J. Henderson, highlights how the event reached beyond the big game to help grow local businesses, support thousands of jobs, and position Louisiana for even greater future growth.

Economic impact at a glance

• $1.25 billion��total statewide economic impact
• 9,787 local jobs��supported statewide
• $658 million��in total spending by visitors and vendors
• $395 million��in wages generated for Louisiana workers
• $82.7 million��in state and local tax revenue
• 115,000 total attendees, including 100,000 from out of state, representing 45 U.S. states

The 2025 event also marked the 11th time New Orleans hosted the Super Bowl, matching Miami’s hosting record.

“New Orleans is one of America’s great sports cities—a shining example of culture, resiliency, and community empowerment,” NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said.

“By hosting its record-tying eleventh Super Bowl shortly after a national tragedy, the Big Easy showed us the power of coming together to achieve a common goal,” Goodell continued, “This impact report is the latest reminder that the Super Bowl is more than a game; it’s an economic engine that supports local businesses and residents, strengthening the host city and state. We are grateful to the New Orleans Saints and the civic and political leaders across Louisiana who welcomed our fans, partners, and media and made this achievement possible.”

A message from New Orleans Saints Owner, Gayle Benson

“This Super Bowl was more than just a game. It was reflective of everything that makes our community so special. As we celebrate the incredible financial impact hosting a Super Bowl has on our economy, I look forward to quickly bringing everyone back together so that we can secure another Super Bowl in the immediate future,” said Benson.

“We have already started discussions with the NFL, and I have personally reached out to Commissioner Goodell, expressing our interest in hosting the game again very soon.��Hosting our record-tying 11th Super Bowl was a proud moment for New Orleans and for the entire state of Louisiana. We showed the world our passion, our resilience, and the unmatched spirit of our people. I couldn’t be more proud of how our city came together with heart, hospitality, and purpose to deliver an unforgettable experience for the fans and for our home.”

Long-term exposure and business engagement

“The LSU study shows that the Super Bowl was an unrivaled opportunity in positioning Louisiana to win. The story we shared with the world was one of Louisiana’s aggressive push on innovation and economic development,”��LED Secretary Susan B. Bourgeois said.��“Governor Landry hosted thousands of visitors at the Louisiana Now Pavilion, where he showed unequivocally that Louisiana is open for business. His efforts and the efforts of everyone involved will pay dividends for years to come.”

For the first time in Super Bowl history, the Louisiana leadership seized on international exposure to promote the state as a top business destination. The effort centered around the 14,000 square-foot Louisiana NOW Pavilion, an immersive space that hosted more than 4,000 local, national, and international business leaders, entrepreneurs, journalists, and stakeholders throughout the entire Super Bowl week.

The multifaceted event venue, born of public and private partnership, was the headquarters for many successful state-sponsored events, including the launch of Louisiana Innovation, or��. This new brand and division of LED is dedicated to making Louisiana a leader in the development of high-growth, technology-enabled startup companies.

The Louisiana NOW Pavilion also gave rise to a strong media footprint. Hundreds of journalists visited the site, resulting in news coverage that reached more than 210 million people worldwide and garnering over $6 million in publicity value.

Infrastructure upgrades bring Super Bowl’s impact home

Leading up to the game, state and local officials conducted a coordinated infrastructure revitalization and economic development campaign that was key to the Super Bowl’s success. Infrastructure improvements, led by State Leaders, Greater New Orleans, Inc., the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, the City of New Orleans and other partners, included road, drainage, lighting, and beautification projects totaling $70 million across more than 500 initiatives.

“Super Bowl LIX was more than a single event; it was the culmination of hard work, strategic investments, planning, and a united partnership,”��GNO, Inc. President and CEO Michael Hecht said. “What we accomplished with state and local partnership was truly remarkable and demonstrates what we can do when we have strong, united leadership. GNO, Inc. was proud to spearhead key infrastructure improvements, enhancements in public safety ,and beautification of the city. The world came to New Orleans and saw more than a great venue — they saw a Louisiana that delivers: in innovation, in energy, in international trade, in manufacturing, and yes, in hosting unforgettable global events.”

The week also shattered tourism records, with 75% of visitors staying more than three nights and widespread increases in spending across the hospitality and retail sectors. Cultural attractions saw surges in attendance, and staffing demand in event services reached new levels.

Broadcast reach and global exposure for Louisiana visibility

Nielsen reported a��whopping number of nearly 128 million people��watched Super Bowl LIX across TV and streaming platforms — the highest number of viewers in over a decade and an impressive four million viewers more than the next-highest viewed game

With Louisiana’s iconic music, food, and culture woven into the full broadcast experience, from pre-game to post-game coverage, viewers not only saw a world-class event, but a state continuing to prove its experience and capability of unique hospitality and offering endless opportunities well beyond the festivities.

A shared success

The success of Super Bowl LIX was the result of an unprecedented level of coordination among state and local agencies, economic development organizations, civic leaders, and private partners. From infrastructure upgrades to international business outreach, the event set a new standard for future host states.

“These results confirm what we already knew: when Louisiana’s communities unite to achieve a goal, we deliver at the highest level,”��New Orleans Super Bowl Host Committee Chairman and ���ϳԹ��� Executive Vice President and General Counsel, Marcus Brown, said.��“Super Bowl LIX was more than a game; it was an economic catalyst and a powerful statement to the world that Louisiana is a premier destination for cultural enjoyment and business investment.”

“The hard work, planning and determination of the Host Committee and our partners paid dividends for the entire State of Louisiana. This massive effort exceeded expectations, and we redefined what it means for a major event to uplift an entire state. From small businesses to global brands, every part of Louisiana shared in this success. The incredible impact numbers from Super Bowl LIX confirm it was one of the most successful Super Bowls in recent history and further support the Host Committee’s theme: it’s what we do,”��Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation and New Orleans Super Bowl LIX Host Committee President & CEO Jay Cicero��said. “This success would not have been possible without Mrs. Benson and the Saints; Governor Landry, Lieutenant Governor Nungesser and Louisiana Economic Development; Mayor Cantrell, the City Council and the City of New Orleans; our Chairman Marcus Brown and the entire Host Committee; the staff and Board of the Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation; New Orleans & Company, New Orleans Tourism and Cultural Fund and the entire hospitality community; and over 4,000 volunteers, along with the support of the business community and Louisiana Legislature.”

About Entergy

Entergy was a founding partner of the Host Committee for Super Bowl LIX played in New Orleans, Louisiana, the home of Entergy’s corporate headquarters. 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. A Fortune 500 company, Entergy has approximately 12,000 employees. Learn more at��entergy.com��and connect with��@Entergy��on social media.

JACKSON, Miss. – Nine communities in Entergy Mississippi’s service area will receive the company’s annual economic development grant to help boost business growth in their communities. The grants are awarded through the Excellerator Competitive Communities program, which helps communities within Entergy’s service area expand and attract new businesses and jobs.

This year, the program is awarding $70,000 in grants to support digital marketing, site development and economic development training. The recipients include the Greater Grenada County Partnership, Tate County Economic Development Foundation, Yazoo County Economic Development District, Cleveland-Bolivar County Chamber, Natchez, Inc., Rankin First Economic Development, Vicksburg-Warren Partnership, Washington County Economic Alliance, and Jefferson Davis County Economic Development District.

“The communities we serve are strengthened when new industries choose Mississippi, and current businesses expand. This grant program is just one way we help influence growth in the state,” said Ed Gardner, Entergy Mississippi vice president of business and economic development. “This year’s recipients serve communities with plenty of potential for development, and we’re excited to see these funds help them succeed.”

Over nine years, the program has awarded over $670,000 to more than 20 Mississippi communities. The grants have assisted with strategic planning, site readiness, and marketing materials.

The selected communities may also leverage the grant when applying for state or federal site development assistance programs. By strategically partnering with Entergy Mississippi, economic development organizations are enhancing industrial sites and elevating their communities.

Entergy Mississippi’s economic development team works with communities year-round to help prepare them for growth. Learn more about��Entergy Mississippi’s economic development��efforts at��.

About Entergy Mississippi

Entergy Mississippi, LLC provides electricity to approximately 459,000 customers in 45 counties. Entergy Mississippi 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��@EntergyMS��on social media.

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Forecasters from National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration��, anticipating up to19 total named storms (winds of 39 mh or higher). Of those, 6-10 are forecast to become hurricanes (winds of 74 mph or higher), including 3-5 major hurricanes (category 3, 4 or 5; with winds of 111 mph or higher). This prediction underscores the importance of early preparation.

To enhance the resilience of our energy grid, Entergy continues to invest in infrastructure improvements, including upgrading existing systems, implementing vegetation management, and deploying smart grid technologies. These efforts aim to minimize storm-related outages and ensure reliable service.

“Resiliency is a critical component of our mission to serve customers reliably throughout any weather event,” said Shelton Hudson, vice president of reliability at Entergy Louisiana. “Our team works year-round to strengthen our grid and to respond quickly and safely when extreme weather occurs.”

Click��here��to learn more about our ongoing reliability efforts.

Stay Prepared

Entergy uses advanced modeling tools and historical data to project the potential impact of approaching storms. These insights help us deploy crews and resources strategically, so power restoration can begin as quickly as possible.

“We can’t control the weather, but we can control how well we prepare for it,” said Shelton Hudson. “We encourage every household to develop an emergency plan and assemble a storm kit that includes essentials like flashlights, water, non-perishable food, and first-aid supplies.”

For safety guidance and resources, visit the��.

Key preparation tips:

• Plan: Identify evacuation routes and establish a communication plan.
• Make a kit: Stock up on essential supplies, including batteries, medication, and pet items.
• Stay safe: Learn about generator safety and how to handle food and water during an outage.
• Know the signs:��Understand symptoms of heat exhaustion and monitor weather updates closely.

Stay Informed

Entergy provides multiple ways for customers to stay updated during hurricane season.

• Entergy App: Report outages and track restoration status.
• ��Monitor outages and restoration progress in real time.
• Social media: Follow us on Facebook and X (formerly Twitter) for timely updates.
• Text alerts: Sign up by texting REG to 36778 for storm notifications.
• : Access critical safety and restoration info.
• Operation: Storm Ready: Download in English, Spanish, or Vietnamese to help your household plan effectively.

Verify Your Contact Information

Ensure your contact details are up to date at����so you receive real-time updates during storms.

About Entergy Louisiana

Entergy Louisiana, LLC provides electric service to more than 1.1 million customers in 58 parishes and natural gas service to more than 94,000 customers in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

About Entergy New Orleans

Entergy New Orleans, LLC is an electric and gas utility that serves Louisiana’s Orleans Parish. The company provides electricity to more than 209,000 customers and natural gas to more than 110,000 customers.

Both companies are subsidiaries 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.

This recognition honors exceptional restoration and rehabilitation projects completed in Orleans parish in 2024.

“The variety of this year’s thirteen award-winning projects reflects the strength and reach of historic preservation across New Orleans,” says Michael Mancuso, president of Louisiana Landmarks Society. “These efforts are essential to preserving our city’s character while contributing to its cultural and economic growth.”

The Claiborne Substation, a century-old brick masonry structure, has long served as a vital power hub for the Greater New Orleans area. Originally built as a power generation facility, the substation played a foundational role in electrifying the Vieux Carré and predates the well-known Market Street Power Plant. Although in continuous operation, the facility had deteriorated significantly over time.

The award recognizes the team’s efforts to preserve and rehabilitate the historic site while keeping it fully operational. Despite the complexity, the team successfully balanced preservation with functionality using expert craftsmanship, careful planning, and strategic project management.

At Entergy New Orleans, our work goes beyond powering homes and businesses. We are committed to strengthening our city by investing in projects that reflect the culture, history, and resilience of the communities we serve.

A striking mural now spans the wall of this historic site and serves as the final phase of the revitalization effort. New Orleans-based artist Brenden Palmer-Angell, known for his deep connection to the city and his symbolic, meaningful approach to public art, was commissioned to bring the mural to life. The mural, added after the three-year restoration effort, now stands as a powerful symbol of rebirth and renewal for both the building and the community.

The mural features a white heron surrounded by a cornucopia of native healing plants—passionflower, elderberry flower, sassafras leaf, blooming cats’ claw, and red Mamou. According to the artist, the heron symbolizes wisdom, peace, resourcefulness, and adaptability. The plants represent natural elements that promote healing and clarity. Together, these components deliver a message of hope, unity, and resilience.

“This is our community, and we want to see it flourish,” said Deanna Rodriguez, president and CEO of Entergy New Orleans. “We’re honored to receive this award and proud to play a role in preserving the history that makes our city so unique.”

The mural and restoration project reflects Entergy New Orleans’ ongoing commitment to investing in the communities we serve. We are thankful for the recognition by the Louisiana Landmarks Society and will continue to champion projects that celebrate our city’s rich history while building a stronger, more beautiful New Orleans for generations to come.

Entergy New Orleans contributed both financial support and volunteer power. Eighteen employees worked on two homes in the Gentilly neighborhood clearing debris, filling dumpsters, restoring fencing, building a pergola, and installing a garden. These efforts brought meaningful improvements to the families’ homes and enhanced the safety and vitality of the neighborhood.

“At Entergy New Orleans, we believe that building a stronger, more resilient city starts with investing ion our communities- block by block, neighbor by neighbor,” said Stephanie Willis, director of public affairs for Entergy New Orleans. “Our partnership with Rebuilding Together New Orleans reflects that commitment. We’re not just restoring homes – we’re restoring hope, safety, and efficiency for families across the city.”

Our ongoing collaboration with Rebuilding Together New Orleans highlights the impact of corporate-community partnerships in driving meaningful change. Through financial support, hands-on service, and a shared vision for safer neighborhoods, Entergy New Orleans continues to help strengthen the city we call home.

We thank Rebuilding Together New Orleans for their leadership and vision. We also extend our gratitude to the volunteers, sponsors, and community members who made this year’s Build and Boil a success. Together, we’re building more than homes—we’re building a stronger New Orleans.

Fuller calls himself “lucky” in the circumstances leading to his employment with Entergy, then known as Mississippi Power and Light. As a mechanical engineering graduate from Mississippi State University, he was first employed at a can labeling machine factory until one day he decided to walk in to Mississippi Power & Light—still wearing his construction clothes—to complete an application.����

“I told them I was a mechanical engineer, and they told me to wait a minute. And then all of a sudden, they said, ‘The director of human resources wants to see you.’ So, I went in there and he said, ‘We just had a job opening come up in the simulator a week ago, and they’re looking for a mechanical engineer.’ And I had just walked off the street! He said, ‘Can you do an interview today?’”��

“So, I made arrangements to miss work that afternoon. I went home to get a suit and went out to the site, and I interviewed with Mike Shelley and John Throckmorton. Oh, my goodness. I didn’t think I was going to get a job that quick. That was October 22, 1984.”��

Looking back over his first six years in the simulator, Fuller recalls how he built mathematical models on a mainframe computer. “We had to have three or four big, bulky mainframe computers,” he said. “The biggest drive on the mainframe was an 80-megabyte disk drive, and all the simulations ran on big, bulky 12-inch disc plates. It was so big, you had to pick it up with a big handle to tote it around.”��

“I’d go get a reel-to-reel tape, transfer the calculations over to the simulator computer, then build a model. And it didn’t take like a minute or two; it took 30 minutes to run the model. And that was for just one model!”��

“Of course, the hardware has changed significantly, and they’re making new advances every day in the hardware realm of input/outputs,” he continued.��

“Now, PCs can run the simulator—I’m sorry, PCs��do��run the simulator!” Fuller said. “In fact, I can run it all from my PC at my desk. Now, you can put a thumb drive in your pocket and put the whole model, the whole simulator, in your pocket and walk around with it.”��

The newest technological advances in the simulator are a boon to students who grew up using gaming and cellphone touchscreens. “Now, they train the students on glass-panel touchscreens that mimic a plant panel or indication,” Fuller said. “You can get the students more familiar with the panels in the field instead of having to tell them about it in the classroom. You can actually let them play with it and do human/machine interface with it.”��

For all the advances in computer hardware, however, Fuller is quick to point out that “the simulator does not produce senior reactor operators. It’s the��attitude��of the students and the instructors about how they’re going to go about getting their SRO license.”��

“It’s like me and this PhD I was bound and determined to get,” he explained. “I finally got a PhD in mechanical engineering, same as my master’s and my undergraduate degree. It took me 20 years to do it, but I got there.”��

After six years in the training simulator, Fuller transferred to design mechanical engineering and supported several departments over the course of many scheduled maintenance outages over four decades. “I’m good at analysis and mathematical modeling; that’s my forté,” he said.����

Over the years, Fuller has noted several changes in the workforce, particularly among his engineering peers. “In the early days, when I was given a technical problem, I would usually try and solve it myself using BASIC and FORTRAN. Now, the tendency is to go to a vendor to get them to give you some kind of answer.”��

Fuller has also noticed the tendency of younger workers to change jobs several times over the course of their career. “When I was hired, when you got a job, you got a retirement; you were going to be with the company forever. You might transfer around, but you weren’t going anywhere. And that’s still my attitude.”��

Fuller returned to training in 2024, at the request of leaders who valued his broad perspective and expertise. Seeing the opportunity to expand his diverse skill base even more, he seized the opportunity to return full circle to the simulator.��

“I’ve been lucky in being able to go from material science to thermal hydraulics to electrical print reading and nuclear engineering,” he said. “I’m building radiation models now.”��

Four decades have offered Fuller an expansive perspective on company changes and their short-term and long-term effects.��

“I’ve noticed that we seem to recognize individuals more these days,” he said. “And I think it does affect people’s attitude. Our site has gotten much better in being responsive to the needs of the plant. They’ve been on the ball, getting it solved and getting it done.”��

Forty years and three degrees have also afforded Fuller the right to offer tips for success.��

“Regardless of discipline, I’d tell any new person at the plant to pay attention to detail, because life is hard and if you do something dumb, life just gets harder. A person has to know their limitations and when to reach out for help.”��

“Also, new employees need to develop an attitude about how they’re going to approach their job. Me, I always believe I’m going to do the best I can and make a useful product for the plant or the operator or the engineer to use.”��

When asked about his philosophy of work, Fuller said, “Let me give you the Mr. Spock philosophy from Star Trek: The good of the many outweighs the good of the one. I believe that’s still true today.”��

And looking back over the good that he’s been able to do over the years, Fuller says he considers it “a stroke of luck” that he walked off the street into the electric building and submitted his job application.��

“I could hardly believe it when they said, ‘We have a job for you in the simulator,’ he recalled. “And goodness, they wanted me to build mathematical models. They were then, and they still are, my forté.��

Located in the Lakeview neighborhood of New Orleans, Mount Carmel Academy serves 1,200 students across its 9-acre campus. While the school did not face critical energy cost issues, it saw an opportunity to reduce its energy use and lessen environmental impact. Its decision to enroll in the ���ϳԹ��� Smart program demonstrates leadership in responsible energy management.

���ϳԹ��� Smart’s Large Commercial Automated Demand Response Program rewards organizations that reduce electricity use during peak demand periods. Mount Carmel Academy recognized this as a clear opportunity to support our electric grid and promote sustainability. Since joining the program in 2021, the school has earned $51,237 in incentives. More importantly, it has reduced its energy footprint while reinvesting those savings into its facilities and education programs.

“As committed environmental stewards, we recognize the importance of conserving our planet’s finite resources,” said Sister Camille Anne Campbell, president of Mount Carmel Academy. “This program not only aligns with our values but also presents a great opportunity to teach our students about sustainability and resource conservation,”

The academy’s participation also serves as a teaching tool as it integrates real-world examples of energy conservation into the educational experience. The initiative reflects a deep sense of environmental responsibility, not just from the school’s leadership, but from the student body as well.

Mount Carmel Academy continues to lead by example, showing how educational institutions can play a vital role in building a more sustainable New Orleans. Entergy New Orleans’ ���ϳԹ��� Smart program is proud to partner with a school that turns environmental values into measurable action.