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Entergy Louisiana receives LPSC approval for major infrastructure investments to support Meta's data center and improve reliability
The Louisiana Public Service Commission, or LPSC, has approved a landmark agreement that paves the way for Entergy Louisiana to move forward with major infrastructure investments tied to Meta's new data center in Richland Parish. The approval clears the path for significant enhancements to the state's electric grid that will benefit all Entergy Louisiana customers and prepare the system for future energy needs.
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