Entergy’s Vegetation Management Program Increases Power Reliability, Improves Wildlife Habitats

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Entergy Corporation - Entergy commits $1.9 million to vegetation management and environmental stewardship, utilizing herbicides to protect power lines and promote biodiversity, with a focus on storm season preparedness.

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• Entergy's commitment of $1.9 million to the Regional Conservation Partnership Program demonstrates a strong dedication to environmental stewardship and biodiversity.
• The use of herbicides in Entergy's vegetation management program showcases a responsible and proactive approach to protecting power lines and promoting local foliage and wildlife habitats.

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NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / July 24, 2023 / Entergy Corporation - Did you know vegetation-related incidents like fallen trees and drooping branches are one of the leading causes of power outages in the United States?

Our extensive vegetation management program helps shield our electric lines from overgrown vegetation so we can reduce vegetation-related incidents and deliver safe and reliable service.

Environmental stewardship

Through our ongoing vegetation management efforts, we recently committed $1.9 million in in-kind contributions over five years to the Regional Conservation Partnership Program, which funds projects that improve wildlife habitats and foster biodiversity.

Through the program, the U.S. Department of Agriculture will match our $1.9 million in in-kind contributions. This federal grant will help qualifying private landowners in Arkansas and Louisiana implement herbicide and other programs to promote biodiversity on their lands.

"Maintaining the biodiversity in our service territory and taking care of the environment that supports it all is an integral part of who we are," said Charles Long, interim senior vice president of power delivery at Entergy.

The benefits of herbicides

At Entergy, herbicides are a key part of our robust vegetation management program. They allow us to manage invasive vegetation early on - while it's low - to safely protect our transmission lines in our rights-of-way.

Through our low-volume, selective herbicide application program, we can responsibly target and clear invasive and tall-growing vegetation with precision. In turn, we mitigate disruption to native species and foster more hospitable habitats for local foliage and wildlife.

"Our vegetation management practices help protect water quality and the diverse species and habitats in our service area, while providing the clean, affordable and reliable electricity that powers life," said Long.

Ready for storm season

We take a systematic, comprehensive and year-round approach to vegetation management. We're prepared to respond to the worst, especially during hurricane season.

Our ongoing storm preparations include rights-of-way inspections at scheduled intervals, with the goal of clearing incompatible vegetation that could pose reliability or safety risks.

After a storm, our priority is restoring power safely and efficiently. We remove downed trees and limbs that interfere with our electric lines and equipment to facilitate safe service restoration.

To learn more about our vegetation management initiatives, visit www.entergy.com/tree-trimming.

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FAQ

What is the name of the company mentioned in the press release?

The company mentioned in the press release is Entergy Corporation.

How much money did Entergy commit to the Regional Conservation Partnership Program?

Entergy committed $1.9 million to the Regional Conservation Partnership Program.

What is the focus of Entergy's vegetation management program?

Entergy's vegetation management program focuses on using herbicides to protect power lines and promote biodiversity.

What is the goal of Entergy's rights-of-way inspections?

The goal of Entergy's rights-of-way inspections is to clear incompatible vegetation that could pose reliability or safety risks.

What is Entergy's approach to storm season preparedness?

Entergy takes a systematic, comprehensive, and year-round approach to vegetation management to be prepared for storm season.

Who is the interim senior vice president of power delivery at Entergy?

Charles Long is the interim senior vice president of power delivery at Entergy.