Entergy has announced it has completed and approved the sale of its natural gas distribution business to Delta Utilities.
“Today marks a major milestone as we complete the transition of our natural gas business to Delta Utilities,” said Drew Marsh, chair and CEO of Entergy. “I want to especially thank our dedicated gas employees who have worked tirelessly to ensure safe, reliable service to our gas customers. We are confident Delta Utilities will continue that commitment.”
This would include approximately 3,700 miles of natural gas pipelines and 2,200 miles of service lines.
Entergy gas serves around 96,000 homes and businesses in Baton Rouge and Entergy New Orleans gas business serves around 108,000 homes and businesses in New Orleans.
The transaction will require all federal and state regulatory approvals from the Louisiana Public Service Commission, the city of Baton Rouge and East Baton Rouge Parish Metropolitan Council and the New Orleans City Council.
Entergy and Delta Utilities said they are working to ensure a smooth and seamless transition for gas customers in Baton Rouge and New Orleans.
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