Entergy New Orleans business customers are taking advantage of a variety of savings opportunities through ���ϳԹ��� Smart,��Entergy New Orleans’��energy efficiency program.

How ���ϳԹ��� Smart can help your business

���ϳԹ��� Smart helps businesses like yours receive cash incentives to complete energy efficiency upgrades. Whether your business is large or small, we have a solution for you.

1. Contact an energy advisor.
2. Learn about offerings, savings and incentives available to you.
3. Implement your energy efficiency project.
4. Receive a check in the mail for up to 100% of the cost of your project.

Common projects and savings opportunities

Entergy New Orleans business customers are taking advantage of a variety of����through ���ϳԹ��� Smart, including upgrading to energy-saving equipment and implementing energy-reducing recommendations.

• LED lighting upgrades.
• A/C tune-ups.
• Smart thermostat installation.
• And more.

The first step is scheduling an appointment with an energy advisor – Don’t wait to get started on your improvements.����an energy advisor today.

Peak Time Rebate Pilot

• What to do:��Turn off lights; unplug appliances; avoid using the dishwasher, washer, and dryer.
• What you get:��Earn $20 or $50 based on the energy you save.
• Why it’s great:��Enjoy flexible participation while helping the environment.

EasyCool

• How it works:��Your smart thermostat adjusts automatically for short periods during peak times. You can adjust your thermostat at any time during an event.
• What you get:��$100 one-time enrollment incentive and $25 each additional year. The $100 incentive ends June 30, 2025.
• Why it’s great:��Earn cash effortlessly while staying comfortable and helping the environment.

Both programs are a win-win: you get cash back and help reduce the strain on the grid, supporting a cleaner environment.

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Many retailers offer promotional discounts on home appliances throughout the summer. If you purchase a qualifying product from any retailer, you can submit an����to get even more money back.

• Heat pump water heaters: $1,000 (new)
• Heat pump clothes dryer: $300 (new)
• Electric clothes dryer: $25 (new)
• Electric clothes washer: $25 (new)
• Pool pumps: $300
• Central air-conditioner units: Up to $500
• Refrigerators: $25
• Freezers: $25
• Window air-conditioner units: $50
• Water coolers: Up to $50
• Smart thermostats: Up to $100
• Air purifiers: $50
• Dehumidifiers: $25

���ϳԹ��� Smart is here to make it easy��for you��to improve your energy efficiency and reduce your energy costs at home.

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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.

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.

In New Orleans’ heat and humidity, a well-insulated and sealed attic helps

• Keep your cool air inside and reduce heat gain, especially during the hot summer, making your home easier (and cheaper) to cool.
• Improve HVAC efficiency by reducing extra strain on your heating or cooling system and helping it last longer.
• Provide better humidity control.
• Minimize the pollen, dust, insects and/or other pests from entering your home.
• Make your home more comfortable all year round.

Signs your home may need better attic insulation

• Drafty rooms or rooms that feel too hot or cold, no matter what your thermostat says.
• High energy bills, especially during peak summer and winter months.
• Insulation at or below the level of the floor joists in your attic.

The best part is that you don’t have to figure it out on your own.��It’s easy to get started with a free home energy assessment from ���ϳԹ��� Smart, which is available to Entergy New Orleans residential electric customers.��This assessment will help you understand how your home uses energy and how you can start saving.

Don’t let energy (and money) slip through your roof.��.

To learn more about ���ϳԹ��� Smart and other energy-saving opportunities, visit��, email��info@energysmartnola.com��or call��504-229-6868.

Representatives from the ���ϳԹ��� Smart office joined us for the walkthrough, sharing energy efficiency tools and tips with residents to help improve home energy use and support a more sustainable community.

During the inspection, line workers identified issues affecting the reliability of electric service and performed minor repairs on-site. Some of the repairs completed included:

• Fixing broken secondary arms
• Raising a crossing wire resting on a communication line
• Removing old utility poles

“Our walkdowns are a critical part of our commitment to reliability,” said Nyka Scott, vice president of customer service and economic development at Entergy New Orleans. “By proactively inspecting our infrastructure, we can address issues before they become larger problems and ensure the resilience and safety of our system, especially as we prepare for hurricane season.”

Entergy New Orleans will continue conduct walkdowns in every district to assess and improve our infrastructure. We appreciate ���ϳԹ��� Smart’s collaboration and look forward to continuing our shared efforts to keep New Orleans sustainable, powered, and prepared.

We encourage residents to play a part in this effort by reporting leaning poles or hanging wires to 1-800-9OUTAGE (1-800-968-8243), through the Entergy mobile app or��.

New Orleans is a city that thrives on community. By working together, we can reduce our carbon footprint and create a cleaner, brighter future. Thousands of our neighbors are already participating in ���ϳԹ��� Smart. ���ϳԹ��� savings are at your fingertips, and we’re making it easy to make a difference for your home and our planet. Reducing energy use and lowering your bills are possible with simple actions like these.

• Receive��free energy-saving products��such as LED lighting, Sensi™ smart thermostats, advanced power strips, faucet aerators and water-saving showerheads.
• You may qualify for��free or discounted weatherization services��like sealing air leaks, ensuring you have proper attic insulation levels and ensuring your A/C is running at its best. These home improvements can help you��save up to 20% or more on your annual utility bill. That’s more comfort at home and money back in your pocket.
• Don’t forget about potential����and rebates for even more savings.

• Get rebates of��$25-$1,000 on qualifying appliances, from window air conditioners to water coolers, pool pumps and heat pump water heaters.

• Earth Day deals starting��April 9: 40-95% off energy-saving products��like LEDs, air purifiers, advanced power strips and smart thermostats.

Tips for saving water at home

• Install water-saving fixtures:��Efficient showerheads, faucets and toilets can significantly reduce water usage without sacrificing performance.
• Fix leaks promptly:��A dripping faucet can waste over 3,000 gallons of water a year. Regularly check and repair leaks in faucets, toilets and pipes.
• Run a full dishwater:��Modern dishwashers use less water than washing dishes by hand. Make sure to run it only when it’s full.
• Efficient laundry:��Washing machines are responsible for about 15% of indoor water use. Opt for high efficiency ENERGY STAR® certified models, use cold water when possible and always wash full loads.
• Water plants wisely:��Water your garden during the early morning or late evening to minimize evaporation. Use mulch to retain moisture in the soil.
• Shorten your showers:
  • Reducing your shower time by just a few minutes can save gallons of water each day.
  • A 10-minute shower can use up to 25 gallons of water. Switching to an efficient showerhead can cut this usage by half.

Looking to save even more water?

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Benefits of Evolve ShowerStart®

• Helps your hot water last longer, saving gallons every shower.
• Stops showers from running when no one is in them.
• Auto-pauses flow when hot water temp reaches ~95°F, so your shower is ready when you are.
• Now only $14.50 until March 25, 2025

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