As summer approaches and temperatures continue to rise, air conditioners will start running full blast and lead to an increase in electricity usage. However, staying cool and comfortable does not have to come at the cost of high energy bills. By making a few simple changes around your home, you can improve its energy efficiency and beat the heat while keeping costs down.

According to the U.S. ���ϳԹ��� Information Administration, home heating and cooling costs can make up more than 52% of an average customer’s electric bill. In some cases, poor insulation, air leaks and inefficient HVAC systems can lead to even greater energy costs each year. To keep your home cool without significantly lowering the thermostat and save money on your bill at the same time, try these low-to-no-costs tips.

Improving energy efficiency with low-to-no-cost tips

• Change air filters. Air filters on some air conditioning units require monthly cleaning or replacing.
• Set your thermostat to the highest comfortable temperature. The smaller the difference between the inside and outside temperatures, the lower your energy usage and bill will be.
• Buy a programmable thermostat. A programmable thermostat can help manage costs, is controllable, and can help monitor usage.
• Use fans to cool off. Ceiling fans, box fans and oscillating fans use very little electricity to circulate the air. Make sure ceiling fans are rotating in the right direction – counter-clockwise during summer – to push cooler air down into the room. Be sure to turn all fans off in unused rooms.
• Close blinds, shades and curtains to keep the sun out and the cool air in. Also, close air conditioning vents in rooms that are not in use.
• Seal cracks and holes around doors, windows and ductwork. Weather stripping and caulk will help keep the cold air in and the hot air out.
• Use the��myAdvisor���ٴǴDZ�. The usage and cost tool can compare usage history by month, day and hour.

By following these simple steps, you can stay cool and comfortable all summer long while keeping your bills under control. We also offer free comprehensive residential energy audits and rebates to help reduce the upfront cost of installing energy-efficient equipment.

Exploring resources through Bill Toolkit

To make sure customers have quick access to energy efficiency, bill management and financial assistance resources, Entergy created an online platform called��. The platform consolidates helpful resources for customers interested in exploring ways to lower their electric use and costs and learn more about different payment options the company offers.

Tracking energy use through myAdvisor

Meanwhile, customers can set electric usage alerts and monitor how much energy they use each day through bill management tools like myAdvisor which is available through their����account online. Tracking usage over time can help customers identify trends that contribute to higher usage and budget their monthly expenses. With the myAdvisor dashboard, customers have access to not only usage and cost details, but also bill history and projections, analyzer tools and more. On the Entergy mobile app, this information can be found by clicking the “usage” tab.

Managing bills through payment and assistance options

Entergy offers several flexible payment options so customers can choose when, where and how they receive their bills.

• ��allows customers to pay their bills when it works best for them.
• ��allows customers to “level out” seasonal energy use fluctuations, making their bills more consistent every month.
• ��billing allows customers to get their bills emailed as soon as they post and instant access to two years of billing history.
• ��allows customers to avoid late fees, writing checks and paying for postage by having bills automatically deduct from their bank accounts.

Entergy encourages customers who may need additional payment options to reach out. Customers can find out if they qualify for deferred payment arrangements or payment extensions on��our mobile app��or through�����DzԱ����Ա�.

About Entergy Louisiana

Entergy Louisiana 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 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���, a Fortune 500 company that powers 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.

As winter approaches, heating systems will start running full blast, causing a spike in energy usage. However, staying warm and comfortable doesn’t have to come at the cost of high energy bills. By making a few simple changes around your home, you can improve its energy efficiency and keep costs down throughout the colder months.

Air leaks and inefficient HVAC systems can lead to an additional $400 in home energy costs each year. Rather than cranking up the thermostat as temperatures drop, try these affordable or even free tips to reduce your energy use and save money.

Prepare for cold weather

Keep heating costs low all season long by taking these tips to improve your home’s energy efficiency:

• Use solar energy:��Open curtains on the south-facing windows during the day to allow sunlight to naturally heat the home and close them at night to reduce the chill from cold windows.
• Insulate drafty windows:��Use a heavy-duty, clear plastic sheet on a frame or tape clear plastic film to the inside of window frames and make sure the plastic is sealed tightly to the frame to help reduce infiltration.
• Adjust the thermostat:��When you are home and awake, set the thermostat as low as is comfortable, but when you are asleep or out of the house, turn the thermostat back to save as much as 10% a year on your heating and cooling bills.
• Find and seal leaks:��Seal air leaks around utility cut-throughs for pipes and recessed lights in insulated ceilings, and unfinished spaces behind cupboards and closets.
• Maintain heating systems:��Schedule routine service for home����and replace furnace and heat pump filters once a month or as needed.
• Reduce heat loss from the fireplace:��Keep the fireplace damper closed unless a fire is burning and check the seal on the fireplace flue damper and make it as snug as possible.

By following these simple steps, you can stay warm and comfortable all winter long while keeping your energy bills under control.

We also offer free comprehensive residential energy audits and rebates to help reduce the upfront cost of installing energy-efficient equipment. Visit��entergy.com/energyefficiency��for more information.

Bill management resources

Entergy’s newly launched online����connects customers to bill management, energy efficiency and financial assistance resources. This new resource helps our customers explore simple ways they can lower their electricity use and costs.

Track your energy use��

Bill management tools like����empower our customers to set electricity usage alerts and monitor how much energy they use each day. Tracking electricity use over time can help customers identify habits that contribute to higher use and budget their monthly expenses. With their myAdvisor dashboard, customers have access to usage and cost details, bill history, bill projections and analyzer tools and more.

Manage your bills your way

Entergy Louisiana offers several flexible payment options so customers can choose when, where and how they receive their bills.

• ��allows customers to pay their bills when it works best for them.
• ��allows customers to “level out” seasonal energy use fluctuations, making their bills more consistent every month.
• ��billing allows customers to get their bills emailed as soon as they post and instant access to two years of billing history.
• ��allows customers to avoid late fees, writing checks and paying for postage by having bills automatically deduct from their bank accounts.

Entergy Louisiana encourages customers who may need additional payment options to reach out. To see if customers automatically qualify for deferred payment arrangements or payment extensions, they can visit��our mobile app���ǰ���.

About Entergy Louisiana

Entergy Louisiana, LLC 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, Louisiana. Entergy Louisiana is a subsidiary of ���ϳԹ��� (NYSE: ETR), a Fortune 500 company. Entergy powers life for 3 million customers through our operating companies in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas. We’re investing in the reliability, resilience and growth 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.

As the holiday season approaches, it’s the perfect time to think about gifts that keep on giving. This November, we’re excited to announce a fantastic sale on Sensi smart thermostats that will help you save money and energy all year round.

With the Sensi smart thermostat, you can easily control your home’s temperature from anywhere using your smartphone. Plus, it’s designed to be user-friendly and energy-efficient, making it an ideal gift for yourself or a loved one.

For a limited time, you can get select smart thermostats for just $9, shipping and taxes not included.

• Available now for $9. The retail price is $129.
• Purchase now for $9. The retail price is $89.99.

This incredible sale ends on Dec. 4, or while supplies last, so act fast to secure your Sensi smart thermostat. Whether you’re looking to upgrade your own home or gift someone a smarter way to save, now is the time to make the switch to smart technology.

Shop in our for a variety of discounted energy-saving products, including:

• Pipe insulation
• Advanced power strips
• Dehumidifiers
• Air purifiers
• And more

Stay warm, save money and enjoy the season with Sensi.

More ways to reduce your usage and save money.

To learn more about Entergy Solutions and the other energy-saving opportunities, visit entergysolutionsla.com, email entergysolutionsla@entergy.com ��or call 844-829-1300.

The company is hosting an in-person event in LaPlace on July 25. The event, in partnership with local community advocate organization New Wine Christian Fellowship, will take place at the church, located at 1929 W. Airline Hwy., Suite 1933, LaPlace, from 8-11 a.m.

Customers will get a chance to:

• Learn about that help customers conserve electricity while staying comfortable.
• Be connected with available financial assistance (pending qualification), including Entergy’s The Power to Care Program for low-income older adults and customers with disabilities.
• Explore that empowers customers with resources and available assistance options through a one-stop online shop at .
• Receive free box fans and energy efficiency kits (limited supply).

The event will also give customers the opportunity to learn more from Entergy Louisiana on a variety of other services and programs. For example, customers will be able to receive information on adding security lighting to their home or business and even enroll their kids in our Kids to College matching savings account program.

To learn more about how Entergy supports its communities, visit entergy.com/communities.

About Entergy Louisiana

Entergy Louisiana, LLC 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, Louisiana. Entergy Louisiana is a subsidiary of ���ϳԹ��� (NYSE: ETR), a Fortune 500 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.

Take the Summer Savings Plunge

Old, inefficient pool pumps can be costly and use a lot of energy. Beat the summer heat with a cool pool by upgrading to an ENERGY STAR® certified pool pump. A new, efficient in-ground pool pump can use 18-percent less energy than a standard pool pump and can save more than $300 in energy bill costs annually.*

Make your upgrade more affordable with an . ENERGY STAR can receive rebates of up to $400.

Shop and save even more this summer with these energy-saving products

Entergy Solutions is offering all Entergy Louisiana residential account holders the opportunity to save this summer with a FREE sensi smart thermostat.�� Claim yours today by visiting the . Hurry, this hot deal won’t last long and is available only while supplies last.����

Embrace your most energy-efficient life

To learn more about Entergy Solutions and the other energy-saving opportunities, visit , email entergysolutionsla@entergy.com ��or call 844-829-1300.

Customers who own or purchase a smart thermostat can earn additional incentives of up to $50 their first year by enrolling qualifying smart thermostats in the ���ϳԹ��� Smart EasyCool program. Customers can earn a $25 incentive each additional year of participation. For more information, visit��.

Pass the cash

���ϳԹ��� Smart’s Appliance Recycling offer provides no-cost pickup and recycling of working refrigerators and freezers. You’ll receive $50 for recycling your fridge or freezer, plus big savings on your energy bill. ENERGY STAR® estimates that refrigerators over 15 years old could be costing you around $90 per year to run. On average, an old refrigerator uses about 30% more energy than a model that has earned the ENERGY STAR certification.

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The ���ϳԹ��� Smart Appliance Recycling offering provides free in-home pickup. No need for you to lug a heavy appliance to the curb. your no-cost pickup today.

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

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Entergy Solutions is offering all Entergy Louisiana residential account holders the opportunity to purchase up to two Amazon Smart Thermostats at $4.99 each on the The Alexa-compatible, ENERGY STAR^®-certified product retails for $79.99 at major stores.

Visit to purchase an Amazon Smart Thermostat. Sales tax applies, and Entergy Louisiana customers are limited to two thermostats per customer, per lifetime, while supplies last.

To learn more about Entergy Solutions and the other energy-saving opportunities, visit , email entergysolutionsla@entergy.com or call 844-829-1300.

Upgrade your home comfort and lower your utility bills with our no-cost Home Performance with ENERGY STAR assessment, a comprehensive, whole-house approach to improving energy efficiency. Depending on the enhancements you choose, you could save at least 20% on your annual utility bill.

As part of the Income-Qualified Weatherization offering, you will receive no-cost products and services to help lower your energy bill. Eligible households can sign up for an appointment and receive energy-saving products, duct sealing, air sealing and attic insulation.

Get instant rebates for energy saving products through our online marketplace.��

Our Retail Lighting & Appliances rebates can save you energy. In partnership with local retailers, instant discounts are provided on qualifying ENERGY STAR certified LEDs.�� Rebates are also available for select ENERGY STAR appliances.��

To learn more about Entergy Solutions and the other energy-saving opportunities, visit , call 844.829.1300 or start the process����

Five UNO engineering students will participate in the program, each receiving a $5,000 scholarship along with the opportunity for a paid internship with various local energy companies, including one at Entergy. The program will not only provide real world engineering experience with an industry-leading company, but it will help students launch their careers and build a solid network of industry professionals.

“Investing in the youth and future leaders in our communities is vital to the success of Louisiana,” said Phillip May, Entergy Louisiana president and CEO. ‘‘Opportunities like the Wind Scholars program will not only provide real world experiences for these students, but also fosters learning, creativity and preparation as they enter the field.”

“We are always looking for ways to positively impact the next generation of our city,” said Deanna Rodriguez, Entergy New Orleans president and CEO. “This program will do just that, while expanding research and opportunities in a field that is crucial to the future of our region.”

The Wind Scholars program provides students with tailored curriculum that supports future career demands in the wind energy sector. According to the Department of ���ϳԹ���, the United States has the third largest offshore wind market capacity in the world.

Over the next several years, the nation has plans to significantly increase alternative energy production by installing wind farms in the Gulf of Mexico that can potentially provide power to more than 1 million homes across the Gulf Coast.

The was launched in August 2022 to accelerate the growth of the state’s wind energy industry by supporting research, spurring new technologies, and supplying trained professionals.

about how Entergy is working to increase renewable energy, invest in economic development all while working to expand the job market and prepare the workforce to possibly bring to Louisiana shores.

About Entergy Louisiana

Entergy Louisiana, LLC 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, 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���, 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 12,000 employees.