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Entergy unveils largest renewable power plant
Entergy unveils largest renewable power plant in Mississippi
Entergy Mississippi announced Thursday the completion of the Sunflower Solar Station project, which is now the largest renewable energy plant in Mississippi.
The Sunflower County facility, which sits on 1,000 acres in Ruleville, is slated to come online by mid-July. The plant has a 100-megawatt capacity, about twice as much as any active renewable facility in the state.
The new solar project also represents a 50% increase in Mississippi's overall renewable energy capacity among its power companies. Prior to the Sunflower plant's completion, the state as a whole had about 220 megawatts of renewable capacity from eight different facilities, according to data from the Public Service Commission.
The project is the first part of Entergy Mississippi's recently announced initiative to replace some of its natural gas plants with renewable sources. The company's aim is to reach 1,100 megawatts of renewable capacity, or 30% of the power it produces, by 2027. Entergy is the biggest power provider in the state with 461,000 customers.
That initiative is a significant commitment in the state's clean energy transition, which Mississippi has left largely to utilities and market forces to decide rather than policy around emissions, as Mississippi Today reported in February. Just about 2% of the state's generated electricity comes from renewables, compared to 20% for the United States as a whole.
The now low cost of producing solar power, as well as companies looking to incorporate renewables into their operation, are key drivers in Mississippi's transition.
“There's one evolution in economic development that we're seeing, and it's a demand for renewable energy,” Laura Hipp, Deputy Director of the Mississippi Development Authority, said at the announcement Thursday. “Almost half of the requests that come in for new projects, they're looking for part or all electricity from renewable sources. Whether they're headquartered here or out of state, they're asking about renewable energy.”
READ MORE: The market, not climate concerns, is driving Mississippi's slow push for renewable energy
This article first appeared on Mississippi Today and is republished here under a Creative Commons license.
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Warmer air just in time for the weekend – Home – WCBI TV
SUMMARY: Temperatures in Columbus, Mississippi will be above average in the next few days. Thursday will start sunny but with increasing cloud cover in the afternoon due to a front. Only isolated showers are possible. The front will move northward as a warm front, bringing warmer air for the weekend. Friday will be sunny with a south breeze and highs in the 80s. The weekend will also have highs in the 80s with minimal rain expected. Next week, a stronger front will bring showers and storms, with heavy rain being the main concern. Some lingering showers may continue into Tuesday/Wednesday.
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George Robinson’s family rejects Jackson’s settlement offer
SUMMARY: Attorneys for George Robinson's sister reject the City of Jackson's settlement offer of $17,000. Robinson died two days after a police encounter involving former officer Anthony Fox in 2019. Wade filed a lawsuit against the city, claiming her brother was killed by the officer. Fox was initially convicted in Robinson's death but the Mississippi Court of Appeals reversed the conviction due to insufficient evidence in January 2024. In August 2022, Fox was sentenced to five years in prison for culpable negligence manslaughter. He returned to work for the City of Clinton as a K9 narcotics detective.
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Louisville reflects on impact of deadly tornado
SUMMARY: WSLM radio is receiving calls from individuals sharing their survival stories from a devastating tornado that struck Louisville, Mississippi on April 28, 2014. The tornado took 10 lives and destroyed over 450 homes. Survivors like Jim Mcadory and Speedy Calvert recount their experiences, highlighting the emotional impact and memories from that fateful day. Despite rebuilding and moving forward, mental scars and issues still linger for many. Mayor Will Hill emphasizes the importance of preparedness and the city's response to the disaster. As the 10th anniversary of the storm approaches, the community remembers and commemorates those who were lost.
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