Entergy’s $300 million plan aims to reduce the overall frequency and duration of outages for the average Mississippi customer.

Entergy Mississippi announced on Wednesday that it is investing $300 million in upgrading the power grid, providing savings to customers while reducing power outages, the company said. It is billed as the largest, most comprehensive grid upgrade in Entergy’s history.

The plan, named Superpower Mississippi, aims to reduce outages by 50 percent across the Magnolia State, excluding major weather events, within 5 years. The company said it will achieve its goal with the installation of strong utility poles, increased tree trimming, and the introduction of advanced smart grid technology.

“Superpower Mississippi will transform the power grid like we’ve never seen befo

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