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Entergy receives $2M federal grant for grid hardening in New Orleans

1 report, 1 independent Updated Sep 22
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Entergy New Orleans announced the start of a grid hardening project in New Orleans, funded by a $2 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy. The project aims to strengthen the local distribution system against storms and hurricanes. As part of the effort, 94 distribution poles will be upgraded. The improvements will benefit more than 1,900 residential, commercial, and industrial customers, including a Sewerage and Water Board facility.

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Why it matters

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The project is designed to increase grid reliability and resilience, which helps prevent physical damage and reduces the frequency and duration of power outages. This targeted infrastructure investment directly benefits local businesses and residents by strengthening the power supply.

The city council in New Orleans is currently working on broader grid hardening efforts.

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Who's involved

  • EntergyExecuting the grid hardening project in New Orleans
  • New OrleansThe location receiving the infrastructure upgrades

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  • EntergySpeculative

    Entergy could see its operational costs reduced through the securing of a $2 million federal grant

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