Entergy Corp /DE/ (ETR) is a leading energy company headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana. The company was incorporated in 1949, with its history stretching back further through its predecessor companies. Currently, Entergy Corp /DE/ serves approximately 3 million customers in the United States.
Entergy's operations are expansive, covering the production, retail distribution, and wholesale operations of electric power. It also operates natural gas distribution businesses. The company is acknowledged as one of the leading US nuclear power generators, owning and operating numerous nuclear power plants in the US, combined with a diverse mix of natural gas, coal, and hydroelectric power plants.
Entergy Corp /DE/ is an S&P 500 constituent and trades under the ETR symbol on the New York Stock Exchange. The company is divided into two major business segments: Utility and Entergy Wholesale Commodities. The Utility segment includes the generation, transmission, distribution, and sale of electric power in portions of Arkansas, Mississippi, Texas, and Louisiana, including the City of New Orleans. On the other hand, the Entergy Wholesale Commodities segment owns, operates and decommissions nuclear power plants and sells electric power.
Corporate social responsibility is a key area of focus for Entergy. Its sustainability goals encompass a broad range of initiatives, including carbon reduction, community support, and improvements in workforce diversity and safety.
The company has received numerous accolades underscoring its commitment to creating a sustainable energy future. For instance, ETR has been recognized by the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) for its positive environmental, social, and governance performance.
In recent years, Entergy Corp /DE/ has been driving a strategic transformation that includes modernizing the power grid and pursuing clean, reliable energy sources. The company invests in renewable energy solutions, like solar and wind, and is advancing towards a lower carbon future with commitments to decrease its own carbon emissions and support the development of new technologies for a more sustainable energy sector.
Entergy Corp /DE/ operates under the core values of integrity, accountability, initiative, and teamwork which fosters an engaging work environment, community engagement, and a commitment to sustainable operations. This dedication to both social and environmental stewardship, combined with their pursuit of innovative energy solutions, makes Entergy a major player in the energy sector.