NEW ORLEANS – Site Selection Magazine has once again honored Entergy as a leading utility in economic development, marking the 18th year in a row the company has received this distinction. n nThe regions served by Entergy host some of the nation’s most energy-demanding industries. In 2024 alone, Entergy New Orleans played a pivotal role in attracting $125 million in capital investments and supporting the creation of close to 700 jobs in Orleans Parish. n n“This recognition underscores our ongoing mission to drive growth and expand opportunities for the people of New Orleans,” said Nyka Scott, vice president of customer service and economic development. “We take pride in being a dependable ally for businesses choosing to establish, grow, and hire within our communities.” n nBeyond employment, these initiatives are projected to boost tax receipts for local and state authorities, funding improvements in education, transportation, and public infrastructure. n nThe magazine evaluates utilities based on their contributions to job-generating projects, industrial site development, business incentives, and the quality of digital tools and data resources. Entergy’s profile appears in the September 2025 print edition and is accessible online. n nInvestment highlights n nOver the past 18 years, capital inflows in New Orleans have spanned diverse sectors and global firms. Notable developments include the $77 million Fairmont Hotel at 1010 Common Street, which supported 500 positions, and Five O Fore Golf, a $47 million venture that led to 2,000 jobs. n nIn 2024, Entergy New Orleans, in collaboration with CSX Corporation, earned certification for a 76-acre industrial zone under Louisiana Economic Development’s Certified Sites Program. This first-of-its-kind designation in the city readies the land for immediate construction, with anticipated benefits including new employment, upgraded infrastructure, and enhanced logistics and transit capabilities. n nSupport for business growth n nEntergy offers companies comprehensive resources to help them locate, expand, or launch operations across its four-state footprint. Services include site evaluation, project coordination, and support for large-scale ventures and contractual agreements. n nBusinesses can explore over 1,500 available properties through Entergy’s advanced platform, buildingsandsites.com, designed to streamline location decisions. More information is available at GoEntergy.com. n nAbout Entergy New Orleans n nEntergy New Orleans LLC delivers electricity and natural gas to residents of Orleans Parish, Louisiana, serving over 209,000 electric and more than 110,000 gas customers. As a subsidiary of Entergy Corporation, a Fortune 500 energy provider, it contributes to powering approximately 3 million customers across Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas. The company is focused on modernizing grid reliability and advancing cleaner energy solutions. With over a century of community involvement, Entergy is widely acknowledged for its leadership in sustainability and civic engagement. Since 2018, it has contributed more than $100 million annually to local areas through charitable giving, employee volunteering, and policy advocacy. Headquartered in New Orleans, the organization employs around 12,000 people. Updates are available in the company’s Newsroom. n
— News Original —nEntergy named a Top Utility in economic development for 18th year in a rown nNEW ORLEANS – For the 18th consecutive year, Site Selection Magazine has named Entergy a Top Utility in economic development. n nThe communities we serve host some of the largest and most power-intensive industries in the United States. In 2024, Entergy New Orleans helped secure $125 million in capital investments and create nearly 700 new jobs within Orleans Parish. n n“Being recognized as a top utility in economic development reaffirms our commitment powering growth and opportunity for New Orleans residents,” said Nyka Scott, vice president of customer service and economic development. “We’re proud to serve as a reliable partner for businesses that choose to invest, expand, and create jobs in our city.” n nIn addition to creating jobs, these projects will generate increased tax revenues for state and local governments, leading to better schools, roads and public facilities for residents and their families. n nSite Selection Magazine assesses each utility’s job-creating infrastructure and facility investment trends, innovative programs and incentives for businesses and website tools and data. You can view the magazine’s profile of Entergy in the September 2025 print issue and online . n nCustomer investments n nCapital investments in New Orleans over the last 18 years represent a variety of industries and companies from around the world, including the Fairmont Hotel, located at 1010 Common Street, a $77 million project that created 500 jobs and Five O Fore Golf, a $47 million investment that generated 2,000 jobs. n nAdditionally, in 2024, in partnership with CSX Corporation, Entergy New Orleans was awarded the official certification of a 76-acre industrial site under Louisiana Economic Development’s Certified Sites Program. This designation, the first of its kind in the city, positioned the site for immediate development and is expected to generate new job opportunities, enhance infrastructure, and strengthen local logistical and transportation networks. n nEconomic development resources n nEntergy provides companies with access to essential information needed to locate, expand and promote their business within our four-state region. In addition, we provide companies with services in site selection, project management, large projects and contracts. n nLearn how we can power your business at GoEntergy.com. n nOur advanced site-selection website, buildingsandsites.com, features more than 1,500 listings across our four-state region. n nAbout Entergy New Orleans n nEntergy 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. Entergy New Orleans is a subsidiary of Entergy Corporation, 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, visit the Newsroom.