Entergy Mississippi Breaks Ground on Delta Blues Advanced Power Station
Entergy Mississippi has broken ground on the Delta Blues Advanced Power Station in Greenville, Mississippi, a $1.2 billion investment set to replace the retiring Gerald Andrus Steam Electric Station. The new 754-megawatt facility will power 385,000 homes across 45 counties when operational in 2028. The project will create over 300 construction jobs and employ 21 full-time personnel. The plant will use combined-cycle combustion turbine technology with natural gas as primary fuel, designed to support blended hydrogen for reduced carbon emissions.
Entergy Mississippi ha iniziato i lavori per la Delta Blues Advanced Power Station a Greenville, Mississippi, un investimento di 1,2 miliardi di dollari che sostituirà la ormai obsoleta Gerald Andrus Steam Electric Station. La nuova struttura da 754 megawatt fornirà energia a 385.000 abitazioni in 45 contee una volta che sarà operativa nel 2028. Il progetto creerà oltre 300 posti di lavoro nella costruzione e assumerà 21 personale a tempo pieno. L'impianto utilizzerà una tecnologia a turbina a gas a ciclo combinato, utilizzando il gas naturale come combustibile principale, progettato per supportare idrogeno miscelato per ridurre le emissioni di carbonio.
Entergy Mississippi ha iniciado la construcción de la Delta Blues Advanced Power Station en Greenville, Mississippi, una inversión de 1.2 mil millones de dólares que reemplazará la envejecida Gerald Andrus Steam Electric Station. La nueva instalación de 754 megavatios proporcionará energía a 385,000 hogares en 45 condados cuando esté operativa en 2028. El proyecto creará más de 300 empleos de construcción y contratará a 21 personas a tiempo completo. La planta utilizará tecnología de turbina de combustión de ciclo combinado con gas natural como combustible principal, diseñada para soportar hidrógeno mezclado para reducir las emisiones de carbono.
Entergy Mississippi가 미시시피 주 그린빌에 Delta Blues Advanced Power Station의 첫 삽을 떴습니다. 이는 오는 2028년 가동될 예정이며, 12억 달러 규모의 투자가 이루어져 기존의 Gerald Andrus Steam Electric Station을 대체합니다. 이 새로운 발전소는 754메가와트의 용량을 가지며, 45개 카운티에 걸쳐 385,000 가구에 전력을 공급할 것입니다. 이 프로젝트는 300개 이상의 건설 일자리를 창출하고, 21명의 정규직 직원을 고용할 예정입니다. 발전소는 주 연료로 천연가스를 사용하여 혼합 수소를 지원하도록 설계된 복합 사이클 연소 터빈 기술을 활용할 것입니다.
Entergy Mississippi a lancé la construction de la Delta Blues Advanced Power Station à Greenville, Mississippi, un investissement de 1,2 milliard de dollars destiné à remplacer la vieillissante Gerald Andrus Steam Electric Station. La nouvelle installation de 754 mégawatts fournira de l’électricité à 385 000 foyers dans 45 comtés lorsqu'elle sera opérationnelle en 2028. Le projet créera plus de 300 emplois dans la construction et emploiera 21 personnes à temps plein. La centrale utilisera une technologie de turbine à combustion à cycle combiné avec du gaz naturel comme combustible principal, conçue pour supporter un hydrogène mélangé pour réduire les émissions de carbone.
Entergy Mississippi hat mit dem Bau der Delta Blues Advanced Power Station in Greenville, Mississippi, begonnen. Diese Investition von 1,2 Milliarden Dollar soll das in die Jahre gekommene Gerald Andrus Steam Electric Station ersetzen. Die neue Anlage mit 754 Megawatt wird ab 2028 Energie für 385.000 Haushalte in 45 Landkreisen liefern. Das Projekt wird über 300 Bauarbeitsplätze schaffen und 21 Vollzeitmitarbeiter einstellen. Das Kraftwerk wird eine Kombi-Kraftwerkstechnologie mit Erdgas als Hauptbrennstoff nutzen und ist darauf ausgelegt, gemischtes Wasserstoffgas zur Reduzierung der CO2-Emissionen zu unterstützen.
- $1.2 billion investment in new power generation facility
- 754-megawatt capacity serving 385,000 homes
- Creation of 300+ construction jobs and 21 permanent positions
- Advanced dual-fuel technology supporting future hydrogen blend capability
- Additional tax revenue for Washington County
- Significant capital expenditure impacting company finances
- Four-year construction timeline until operational in 2028
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The timing is strategic, coinciding with strong industrial growth in the Gulf South region. This investment strengthens ETR's competitive position in attracting energy-intensive industries to their service territory. The project's
This project exemplifies the measured transition occurring in regulated utilities' generation fleets. While still natural gas-based, the facility's hydrogen-blend capability creates a pathway for deeper decarbonization as hydrogen infrastructure develops. This future-proofing approach helps mitigate regulatory risks while maintaining reliable baseload generation capacity.
The retirement of the older Gerald Andrus plant should yield immediate emissions improvements through better efficiency, though specific reduction targets weren't disclosed. The dual-fuel capability provides important operational flexibility, potentially allowing for renewable natural gas integration. This balanced approach to modernization aligns with regulatory expectations while preserving ETR's ability to meet growing industrial demand reliably.
JACKSON, MI / ACCESSWIRE / November 7, 2024 / Entergy Mississippi celebrated a brighter energy future for customers at a groundbreaking ceremony of the company's newly announced Delta Blues Advanced Power Station in Greenville, Mississippi. Alongside the groundbreaking, the company recognized the 50th anniversary of the Gerald Andrus Steam Electric Station, which will be retired when the new plant comes online in 2028. By replacing end-of-life gas generation with more clean and efficient generation, Entergy Mississippi is ensuring customers continue to have modern, reliable energy well into the future.
Delta Blues Advanced Power Station will be a 754-megawatt facility capable of powering 385,000 homes across Entergy Mississippi's 45-county service area.
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The new facility will be equipped with a combined-cycle combustion turbine and dual-fuel technology. While natural gas is the primary resource, it will be designed to support blended hydrogen to produce reliable energy while significantly reducing carbon emissions.
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"Entergy is honored to serve the Gulf South, which is a premier economic hub driving diverse customer growth. Companies are looking for affordable, reliable and clean power - and today we're proving that we can meet those needs. The Delta Blues Advanced Power Station is leading a new era of power generation in Mississippi, while using better technology to drive sustainability and keep costs as low as possible for our customers." - Drew Marsh, Entergy chair and CEO
"The groundbreaking of the Delta Blues Advanced Power Station is a significant step in our plan to transform our power generation portfolio for the future. We're experiencing historic economic growth in our state. Investing in cleaner, more efficient power generation now will help us keep bills lower for customers than they otherwise would be in the future. Because when we save, so do our customers. Today represents our belief in Mississippi's bright future." - Haley Fisackerly, Entergy Mississippi President and CEO
"The Delta Blues Advanced Power Station is a huge win for Greenville, Washington County, and the state of Mississippi. Entergy has been an exceptional partner in growing our state's economy. This new plant will power 385,000 homes and is a great example of Mississippi's commitment to bringing reliable, available, and affordable energy to our state's residents and businesses." - Governor Tate Reeves
"Today, as we break ground on Entergy's new Delta Blues Advanced Power Station, we are not just investing in Mississippi's energy future; we are igniting a transformative opportunity for economic development across the Delta. This project represents a commitment to cleaner, more efficient energy solutions, but also represents a commitment to economic development that will create jobs, stimulate local businesses, and uplift our communities. By prioritizing sustainable energy, we are ensuring that our communities thrive and that the benefits of growth are felt by everyone. Together, we are building a brighter, more prosperous future for the Mississippi Delta and our great state." - Bennie Thompson, U.S. Congressman
"This new power plant is a transformative project that will bring economic growth, improved infrastructure, reliable energy, and environmental sustainability to Greenville and the Mississippi Delta. Our collaboration with Entergy reflects a strong commitment to uplifting underserved communities and advancing sustainable development through job creation and skills training. This partnership with Entergy showcases Greenville as a forward-thinking city, ready to embrace modern solutions for growth while addressing the needs of its citizens and businesses alike." - Errick Simmons, Greenville Mayor
"The news that Entergy Mississippi had chosen Washington County as the site for their new state of the art power generating facility was greeted with cheers and applause. This investment in Washington County represents a great opportunity for economic development and future growth. As we celebrate 50 years of service from the Gerald Andrus facility, I'd like to thank the Entergy team for their confidence in Washington County and the investment into a brighter future for us all." - Carl McGee, Washington County Board of Supervisors President
About Entergy Mississippi
Entergy Mississippi, LLC provides electricity to approximately 459,000 customers in 45 counties. Entergy Mississippi 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, 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
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