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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JACKSON, Miss. – Entergy Mississippi is prioritizing community needs, while preparing to meet future energy demands. Company leaders shared early plans to build new power generation and welcomed input from residents near a selected site on West County Line Road in Ridgeland, during a town hall Friday.����

Initial insights include the millions in cost-saving benefits for all customers, since the location is near robust transmission lines, supporting grid interconnection. Additionally, investment in new technology, like an advanced combined-cycle combustion turbine natural gas plant, would produce more power from the same fuel and lower costs. ����

The new power station would also benefit the community and surrounding region by bringing in temporary construction jobs and full-time positions.��

“Planned power generation retirements and growth across our service area is driving us to think ahead, so we can continue serving reliable, efficient and affordable power to our customers. While it’s very early in the process, we’re connecting with the community. Our goal is to ensure the project considers their needs, including integrating the facility into the surrounding area with the goal of minimizing visual impact,” said Robbie Kemp, vice president of customer service.��

“We understand that residents have concerns, and the safety of our communities and employees has always been our leading value. It’s why our local power generation fleet meets or exceeds the EPA and MDEQ health requirements and abide by noise ordinances. This new site will be no different,” said Jeremy Vanderloo, vice president of business operations.��

In October, the company broke ground on a similar plant to the one proposed, in Greenville, Mississippi. The����will be a 754-megawatt facility; represents a $1.2 billion investment; and will employ about 21 full-time personnel once it comes online.��

Representatives from the company will use input from Friday’s town hall to inform the developing power station plans.��

About Entergy Mississippi��

Entergy Mississippi 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.

“As we move forward from a strong 2024, Entergy is uniquely positioned to power life for our customers and communities, today and for future generations,” said Drew Marsh, Entergy chair and chief executive officer. “Our investments in customer-driven solutions like strengthening the energy grid and advancing cleaner energy reflect our commitment to adapting to changing needs. We’re also addressing unprecedented growth opportunities while maintaining low electric rates by engaging our stakeholders on this transformational journey.”

Highlights from 2024 include:

Driving growth in our region.��Entergy is benefiting from companies expanding or establishing new operations in the Gulf South. That’s in part because our service area provides access to international markets with proximity to the Mississippi River and the ports along the Gulf Coast. We have a customer-led plan to invest for continued growth, reliability and resilience while maintaining a strong balance sheet and managing risk for all stakeholders. Through 2028, we plan to invest $37 billion to meet this expected growth.

Creating a cleaner energy future.��We operate one of the cleanest large-scale power generation fleets in the United States. As we continue to transform our generation portfolio to cleaner resources, we are also responsibly delivering meaningful environmental, social and economic value to the communities we serve, now and in the future. We are continuing to expand our power generation fleet to meet the need of anticipated growth in our service area — including new data centers and other large customers — with cleaner technologies.��This strategy supports Entergy’s long-term commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 and helps customers meet their own environmental goals through low-carbon and carbon-free power.

Affordability for our customers.��Entergy is committed to keeping bills as low as possible for all our customers, especially for people struggling financially. Entergy promotes energy efficiency initiatives that help individual customers save money by reducing their usage. This includes energy audits, incentives, rebates and products to make people’s homes or businesses more energy efficient. Our Bill Toolkit, launched in 2024, empowers customers with resources and available assistance options to help them more easily manage their energy bills.

Empowering our communities.��Giving back to our communities, and empowering them, is at the core of our mission. In 2024, our focus on corporate social responsibility made a meaningful difference in the lives of our customers and communities, resulting in an economic impact of $153.52 million across our service area. Our dedicated employees were vital to this success, contributing more than 122,000 hours of volunteer service, valued at more than $4 million.

Delivering on our financial commitments.��Our 2024 adjusted earnings per share was $3.65, in the top half of our guidance range. Our predictable financial results are the result of our actions to create value for our customers, employees, communities and owners. We are investing in our power delivery system to improve reliability and resilience, and we are expanding our clean, modern generation to support rapidly growing industrial load and the emission reduction goals of our customers.

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About Entergy

Entergy (NYSE: ETR) 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.

Forward-looking information

Entergy’s statements concerning its plans, goals, beliefs and expectations, including statements regarding its financial and operational outlooks, industrial load growth outlooks, capital plans and climate goals or commitments, and other statements of Entergy’s plans, beliefs, or expectations included in this news release are “forward-looking statements” which apply only as of the dates indicated. 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, including, among other things, uncertainties associated with regulatory proceedings and other cost recovery mechanisms; operation and relicensing of nuclear facilities; major storms and other catastrophic events; risks associated with executing on our business strategies; effects on Entergy or its customers of changes in federal, state, or local�� laws, regulations and other governmental actions or policies, including changes in monetary, fiscal, tax, environmental, or energy policies; risks and uncertainties associated with executing on business strategies, including, (i) strategic transactions that Entergy or its subsidiaries may undertake and the risk that any such transaction may not be completed as and when expected and the risk that the anticipated benefits of the transaction may not be realized, and (ii) Entergy’s ability to meet the rapidly growing demand for electricity, including from hyperscale data center and other large customers, and to manage the impacts of such growth on customers and Entergy’s business, or the risk that contracted or expected load growth does not materialize or is not sustained; the effects of technological change, including the costs, pace of development and commercialization of new and emerging technologies, uncertainties and other factors discussed in Entergy’s most recent Annual Report or Form 10-K and subsequent reports and filings made under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

Administered by Scholarship America®, the nation’s largest manager of scholarships and educational support programs, the Power Your Future Scholarship is part of ���ϳԹ���’s broader initiative,��. This initiative is designed to provide students and their families with free access to financial resources that foster the success of HBCU students to support underserved communities and to promote the creation of generational wealth.

As part of this commitment, Entergy has����$20 million over 10 years to elevate and empower HBCUs and their students across its service area in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas. These funds will support enhanced education, career readiness and workforce development programs at HBCUs.

“Entergy New Orleans is thrilled to offer the Power Your Future Scholarship as a means to empower the next generation of technology leaders,” said Deanna Rodriguez, president and CEO of Entergy New Orleans. “By supporting students in their pursuit of higher education at HBCUs and minority-serving institutions, we are investing in an innovative future for our communities in the greater New Orleans area.”

Interested students must submit their applications by the April 9th deadline. The application process includes submitting required materials as specified by Scholarship America.

For more information about the Power Your Future Scholarship, including application details and eligibility requirements,��.

About Entergy New Orleans

Entergy New Orleans 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.

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – The Little Rock Regional Chamber and Entergy Arkansas announced today the completion of its Select Site certification for a new 875-acre industrial megasite located on the southeastern portion of the Little Rock Port. Representatives from both organizations along with Congressman French Hill, Little Rock Mayor Frank Scott, Jr., Pulaski County Judge Barry Hyde, and leadership from the Little Rock Port Authority were on hand to celebrate this achievement.

Select Site is an initiative designed to provide Entergy Arkansas-served communities with a competitive advantage and shovel-ready sites. This developmental and promotional tool allows communities to certify sites using a set of comprehensive and pre-determined criteria to better satisfy site location searches by consultants and companies.

“In 2016, I called Rep. French Hill requesting help in scheduling a meeting with the FAA to discuss relocating the VOR Cone at the Little Rock Port. As a past Chairman of the Little Rock Regional Chamber, Rep. Hill understood it was essential to the future economic growth of the central Arkansas region,” said Jay Chesshir, President and CEO of the Little Rock Regional Chamber. “That was the first step in a decade-long journey in partnership with Bryan Day and the Little Rock Port Authority to study this site, acquire the property, build the infrastructure, and take the site to market, which we are officially doing today.”

“Thanks to unprecedented investment from Mayor Scott and the Little Rock City Board of Directors, with infrastructure support from Judge Barry Hyde and the Arkansas Economic Development Commission, this is the largest certified industrial site in central Arkansas and is well-suited for a large manufacturer who needs access to interstates, rail and port facilities, plus adjacent land for suppliers,” Chesshir added. “The additional marketing that comes with certification also provides our site with an advantage as we compete for investment against other markets around the United States. Our last certified site led to our recruitment of Amazon, which has created thousands of jobs for people across the metro Little Rock region. We hope to have an even larger impact with the Little Rock Port Megasite.”

“The Little Rock Port Megasite provides access to road, river, rail, and runway – intersecting in the heart of the state’s Capital City,” said Little Rock Mayor Frank Scott, Jr. “This certification sets the stage for a transformational economic development project that could change the face of Little Rock and provide high-paying job opportunities for residents in our city and across the central Arkansas region.”

“In Arkansas, we are prioritizing the development of shovel-ready sites to attract top-tier companies to our state,” said Clint O’Neal, executive director of the Arkansas Economic Development Commission. “The Little Rock Port Megasite will be a significant asset for the State of Arkansas as we pursue economic development prospects, and Entergy’s ‘Select Site’ certification positions it as a location that meets the qualifications that site selectors and companies look for in an industrial site.”

Entergy Arkansas Vice President of Business and Economic Development Danny Games was on hand today to recognize the megasite as the newest Entergy Arkansas Select Site and commended the group on the completion of the comprehensive review and documentation process. A grant was provided by Entergy Arkansas to help offset some of the costs associated with the certification. Also, as a benefit of certification, custom videos and 360 images of the site were created by Entergy. The megasite will be featured on the Arkansas Site Selection Center. You can view the��.

“A site of this size comes with the expectation that utility partners will be able to provide the necessary infrastructure and energy to power large customers,” said Laura Landreaux, president and CEO of Entergy Arkansas. “This is one important reason we are advocating for the Generating Arkansas Jobs Act of 2025 to ensure that we are prepared to provide all of Arkansas with the power they need to attract high-paying jobs and great employers. That is why we appreciate the Governor for supporting the Generating Arkansas Jobs Act and the General Assembly for considering the policy necessary to attract these jobs and investments in our state.”

The Select Site initiative helps communities better prepare their sites as winning candidates for high-tech, manufacturing and distribution projects with a thorough audit of the site’s readiness for new or expanding business. Through the Select Site program and the Arkansas Site Selection Center, Entergy Arkansas is helping to meet those needs. Other Select Site properties are located in Jefferson County, Magnolia, Newport, Osceola, Russellville, West Memphis, and Wynne.

Recently announced projects in the state that have begun operations or are under construction on former Select Sites include an Amazon Fulfillment Center in Little Rock, Owens Corning in Russellville and the Tractor Supply Co. distribution center in Maumelle.

Visit����for details on each Entergy Arkansas Select Site, including the latest Little Rock Port Megasite.

About Entergy Arkansas

Entergy Arkansas provides electricity to approximately 730,000 customers in 63 counties. Entergy Arkansas 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 Arkansas, visit the����and connect with��@EntergyArk��on social media.

About the Little Rock Regional Chamber

The Little Rock Regional Chamber is the principal business-driven leadership organization responsible for��fostering the economic growth and development of the Little Rock region to ensure that business and��industry may operate profitably and enhance the earning opportunities and quality of life for every citizen.

These projects — Light Up Lafayette Street, French Doors Project, and BioDistrict Landscaping — have all been finalized, marking a significant period of growth and development within the District.

“The completion of these initiatives brings meaningful enhancements and improvements that seamlessly align with the DDD’s overarching strategy, driving economic development, ensuring a clean and safe environment, and advancing a bold vision for the future of Downtown,” said DDD Board Chair Chris R. Ross.

As part of the ongoing Light Up Lafayette Street initiative, DDD partnered with Entergy to install new creative light projectors at ���ϳԹ��� Centre Plaza—the pedestrian mall on Lafayette Street at Loyola Avenue. Designed by Studio West and installed by All Star Electric, the Light Up Lafayette Street Project aims to transform the Lafayette Street corridor by implementing an engaging and security-enhancing lighting installation. This initiative is designed to address safety concerns, increase the street’s visual appeal, and create an inviting atmosphere for pedestrians. Light projectors were installed on 7 light poles and project green magnolia leaves in various shapes and sizes on the sidewalk. The long-term vision is to continue this installation along the full length of Lafayette Street.

“Entergy New Orleans is proud to support the Downtown Development District’s lighting installation at ���ϳԹ��� Centre Plaza,” said Deanna Rodriguez, President & CEO of Entergy New Orleans. “This initiative not only enhances the beauty of the CBD but also strengthens public safety. New Orleans is our home, and we are committed to investing in a safer, more vibrant city.”

With support from GNO, Inc., DDD facilitated the execution of the French Doors Project alongside architecture and design practice Studio West, which worked with staff to complete a comprehensive assessment of the 100 blocks of Decatur, Chartres, Royal, Bourbon and Dauphine Streets to identify improvements to lighting, safety, and sense of arrival to the French Quarter. Initial phases of the project included outreach to over 40 properties regarding basic repairs for lighting. From there, DDD worked with targeted properties on various projects such as new lighting installation, trash and debris removal, and façade restoration.

In addition to these property-based projects, DDD collaborated with Arts New Orleans to produce two new murals and three street art installations in the various blocks. GNO, Inc. separately worked with the New Orleans Mariott to deliver the astounding “Harmonious Elements” mural by world-renowned artist Shepard Fairey. Additional project partners included: The Ritz-Carlton, Hyatt Centric French Quarter New Orleans, P.M.G. LLC, the McEnery Company, Hustler Hollywood, Astor Crowne Plaza, Krystal, and the City of New Orleans.

“The French Quarter is the heart of the New Orleans experience—our city’s most iconic and visited neighborhood,” said Greater New Orleans, Inc. President & CEO Michael Hecht. “Project French Doors is a visionary step toward enhancing both the beauty and functionality of this historic district, ensuring it remains a world-class destination for residents and visitors alike. By elevating the visual appeal, safety, and artistic elements across the main arterial entrances into the neighborhood, this project not only improved the Super Bowl experience but also commences a positive path for investment, business development, residential growth, and beautification.”

DDD’s third completed project is the execution of elevated BioDistrict landscaping. In partnership with BioDistrict New Orleans, DDD upgraded landscaping at five key gateways to the District: Basin at Iberville, Molly Marine Plaza, Loyola at Calliope, Poydras at Claiborne, and Tulane Avenue at Claiborne.

Implemented by local landscaping firm Garden Doctors, the project aims to satisfy early goals identified in the BioDistrict Strategic Plan that DDD helped to support in 2024. The completion of this projects marks another DDD beautification success in the Downtown BioDistrict, following the reveal of the new NASA mural on Tulane’s Downtown campus and the hanging of new banners that highlight the BioDistrict’s unique presence in the neighborhood.

“On behalf of the Board of the BioDistrict New Orleans, we are grateful for the significant investments that the Downtown Development District made to beautify downtown before the Super Bowl and were thrilled to partner with them to fund improvements to five key BioDistrict gateways,” said Andy Kopplin, BioDistrict Board Chair and President and CEO of the Greater New Orleans Foundation. ��“In selecting Garden Doctors to perform the work, the DDD also helped advance the BioDistrict’s mission to support local disadvantaged business enterprises (DBE’s) as well.”

These projects remain consistent with the key focus areas outlined by DDD’s updated Economic Development Strategy and to central to Entergy’s mission of investing in the communities we serve.

“Having Entergy’s headquarters in New Orleans makes a huge impact on the City’s and State’s economy,” said Deanna Rodriguez, president and CEO of Entergy New Orleans. “Entergy’s presence creates jobs, generates sales for local businesses, and produces significant tax revenue for the parish and the state.”

Over the past decade, our economic development initiatives have supported 36 new projects valued at over $3.7 billion.

��by LSU economist Dr. Loren Scott, Entergy’s operations in New Orleans:

• Produced over $269 million in household earnings for residents of New Orleans and over $388 million in earnings around the state.
• Generated nearly $500 million in annual local sales and $629 million in sales statewide.
• Created 3,930 jobs for New Orleans citizens and 6,323 jobs in the state.
• Provided $17 million in sales tax revenues for city government and over $27 million for state government.

Investing in Growth and Resilience

To attract new businesses Entergy New Orleans understands that we must provide a resilient and reliable grid. Our $100 million��,��approved by the Council in October 2024, reflects our commitment to strengthening our grid and creating jobs while driving long-term growth.

Power costs are a critical component for businesses considering relocation. Entergy New Orleans provides reliable electric power at rates 30% lower than the national average. And by expanding our commercial customer base, we can reduce residential rates making energy more affordable. Successful economic development creates direct and measurable benefits for the community and the residents we serve.

Our recent efforts are already helping to transform the city’s landscape. Entergy New Orleans economic development team has worked with city leaders, private developers and economic development partners on several projects that benefit our city, including:

• The River District Neighborhood Initiative, which will feature a mixed-use neighborhood with sustainable designs, green spaces, and advanced infrastructure. This project is expected to generate over $1 billion in economic activity and $43 million in annual tax revenue.
• Five O’ Four Golf, a $40 million golf-entertainment facility. This state-of-the-art venue will include a driving range, dining options, and other amenities, bringing jobs, tourism, and entertainment to the region.
• , the first site in the city to be classified as a “Certified Site” under Louisiana Economic Development’s Certified Sites Program, will benefit residents by creating jobs, improving infrastructure, and enhancing logistics and transportation services.

Entergy New Orleans understands its responsibility in growing our economy.�� We are committed to working with residents to understand their specific needs and collaborating with City and economic development leaders to bring opportunities to New Orleans.�� We have seen successful partnerships work with the recent collaboration between Entergy Louisiana and Meta, which demonstrates what happens when we all work together.

New Orleans is our home, and Entergy New Orleans is committed to enhancing economic opportunities, improving infrastructure, and creating a brighter future for the communities we serve.

��and learn more about Entergy New Orleans’ commitment to economic growth.

About Entergy New Orleans

Entergy New Orleans 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.

The profound community impact of Meta’s average salaries, which will exceed 150% of the state’s per capita average, helped set Louisiana apart.��The magazine also applauded Louisiana Economic Development’s “all-of-Louisiana” approach, singling out the state’s new data center incentive program, education partnerships and robust local power and water infrastructure capacity as differentiators.

“This prestigious award makes clear that pursuing major capital investments in technology, we can dramatically improve the lives of Louisiana residents with high-paying jobs that support families and help workers all across our state adapt to a fast-changing world,” Governor Jeff Landry said. “We are making good on our commitment to not leave rural areas behind as we position Louisiana as a global leader in innovation.”

“This recognition shows us what this great state is capable of,” said Phillip May, president and CEO of Entergy Louisiana. “At Entergy Louisiana, we are proud to have supported the development of critical infrastructure that made this historic project possible. Together with our state partners, we are paving the way for a brighter, more innovative future for Louisiana.”

LED estimates the project will also create more than 1,000 indirect jobs. Meta projects that more than 5,000 construction workers will help build the 4 million-square-foot data center at the peak of construction. Work is underway on a 2,250-acre section of the former Franklin Farm megasite in Richland Parish. The data center has been called a transformational investment for northeast Louisiana and the state.

“The 2024 Platinum Deal of the Year award sends CEOs and site selectors around the world a powerful message: Louisiana is not only in the game, we are in it to win,” LED secretary Susan B. Bourgeois said. “I want to thank the editors of Business Facilities for recognizing the profound impact of the Meta data center project not only for Louisiana but for the signal it sends. It’s the kind of transformational investment that Louisiana is now positioned and determined to achieve.”

In addition to the massive investment Meta is making in the data center in Richland Parish, the company will also award Data Center Community Action Grants that are aimed at improving educational resources. These grants will help train a new generation of workers around science, technology, engineering, the arts and math. In addition, Louisiana Delta Community College in Monroe is developing a curriculum that is designed to prepare students to enter the workforce ready to take on challenges around emerging technology such as artificial intelligence and data centers.

“The rapid evolution of artificial intelligence and the demand for technology capabilities overall spurred significant investment in data centers throughout 2024,” Anne Cosgrove, Business Facilities editorial director, said. “Our 2024 Deal of the Year winners represent billions of dollars in capital investment and thousands of jobs for the communities in which these companies and their suppliers will operate. We congratulate the economic development teams that worked to bring all of these projects to fruition.”

About Entergy Louisiana

Entergy Louisiana provides electric service to more than 1 million customers in 58 parishes and natural gas service to more than 94,000 customers in Baton Rouge. Entergy Louisiana is a subsidiary of ���ϳԹ��� (NYSE: ETR), a Fortune 500 company. Entergy powers life for 3 million customers through its operating companies in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas. It is investing in the reliability, and resilience and growth of the energy system while helping the region transition to cleaner, more efficient energy solutions. With roots in Louisiana communities for more than 100 years, Entergy is a nationally recognized leader in sustainability and corporate citizenship delivering more than $100 million in local economic benefits each year through philanthropy, volunteerism and advocacy. Entergy is headquartered in New Orleans, and has approximately 12,000 employees. Learn more at��.

In 2023, Entergy Mississippi helped secure $171 million in capital investments and create approximately 405 new jobs through announced economic development projects.

Site Selection magazine evaluates top utilities each year based on criteria such as job-creating infrastructure and facility investments, innovative programs and incentives for businesses and useful tools and data on their websites. The magazine’s profile of Entergy appears in the September 2024 issue, available both in print and��.

“It’s an honor to be consistently recognized as a top utility in economic development. We work hard to uplift the communities we serve by leveraging resources and providing support, because we know that the success of our communities leans on their preparedness for growth,” said Ed Gardner, vice president of business and economic development for Entergy Mississippi.

In addition to partnering with cities and counties to secure new investment, Entergy Mississippi contributes to community growth by awarding grants to help make industrial sites more attractive to prospective companies.

Recently, Entergy Mississippi awarded five economic development organizations with Excellerator Competitive Communities Grants, bringing the program’s lifetime contribution to $587,000 across 20 counties. The grant program, now in its eighth year, helps county economic development organizations enhance their appeal to companies looking to expand or locate new facilities. The $47,400 awarded this year will help these organizations reach their marketing, strategic planning and site readiness goals.

Entergy understands that siting new or expanding industrial facilities can be a complex process. That’s why the company has not only built strong partnerships to drive economic development across its service area, but it has also created state-of-the-art site selection websites. The site,��, provides businesses with essential information to help them locate, expand and market their commercial and industrial properties in Mississippi.

In addition to offering access to critical information, Entergy provides services in site selection, project management and more. Learn how Entergy can help power your business at��.

Here’s a list of the most viewed stories in our newsroom this year:

#1

The most viewed story in our newsroom this year happened at the top of the year with the announcement of the��. The $10 billion investment by Amazon Web Services, Inc., will bring new jobs and economic development opportunities to the state. It will also��support long-term power reliability and affordability��for all Entergy Mississippi customers.

#2

In November, the company����and celebrated the 50th anniversary of the Gerald Andrus Steam Electric Station. All in Greenville, the Delta Blues Advanced Power Station will replace Gerald Andrus with more clean and efficient generation – ensuring customers continue to have modern, reliable energy well into the future.

#3

Just in time for the summer heatwave, the Mississippi Public Service Commission����and help keep bills stable for customers. Entergy Mississippi’s residential rates continue to be among the lowest in the nation and have grown more slowly than the cost of other goods since 2005.

#4

Ahead of Hurricane Francine’s landfall in Louisiana,��, and encouraged customers to get prepared for the peak of hurricane season. Crews worked as quickly and safely as possible to restore power to����who lost power after the storm moved through the state.

#5

This year, Entergy Mississippi��to older adults and customers with disabilities. The company announced the contribution at one of the final games played by the Mississippi Braves baseball team in Pearl. The bill assistance, which includes contributions from employees, customers and shareholders, is distributed through Entergy’s��The Power to Care program, with the help of The Salvation Army.

#6

Five communities in Entergy Mississippi’s service area����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.

#7

In March, Entergy Mississippi����in the Snowden Grove Park community, near Tchulahoma Road in Southaven. The substation is a part of a $37 million project, which enhances reliability for the existing transmission and distribution systems by providing capacity for future residential, commercial and industrial growth in DeSoto County.

#8

In October, the Entergy Charitable Foundation����to help fund the creation of the Critical Power Grid Network Security Lab. This advanced initiative between Jackson State and Entergy will create an innovation hub to help train a highly skilled cybersecurity workforce to meet the growing needs of nuclear, electric and natural gas companies, and electrical cooperatives. It’s the largest contribution the company has made to any school in the state.

#9

This summer, Entergy Mississippi����through its Beat the Heat program focused on helping its low-income customers and communities stay cool and pay their bills. Customers received bill payment assistance, fans, energy efficiency kits, home weatherization and invaluable support from local community partners.

#10

Providing customers with power they can depend on, at a price they can afford is a longstanding mission of Entergy Mississippi. Data from earlier this year showed the efforts the company has put forth to maintain reliability and affordability have��yielded great results��– allowing more investment in infrastructure and better performance.