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ENTERGY CORPORATION
                                AUDIT COMMITTEE CHARTER
Purpose

The Audit Committee is appointed by the Board of Directors and assists the Board in oversight
of (1) the integrity of the financial statements, (2) compliance with legal and regulatory
requirements, (3) the system of internal controls, (4) the independent auditor’s qualifications and
independence, and (5) the performance of the internal audit function and independent auditors.
The Committee reports to the Board on a quarterly or as-needed basis.

The Audit Committee shall prepare the report, required by Securities and Exchange
Commission (SEC) rules, to be included in Entergy’s annual Proxy Statement.

Organization

Membership will consist of four or more directors and will comply with the New York Stock
Exchange and SEC independence and experience requirements. At least one Audit Committee
member shall be an “audit committee financial expert” as defined by the SEC. Committee
members shall not simultaneously serve on the Audit Committees of more than two other public
companies. The Board shall appoint the Audit Committee Chairman, who generally shall serve
at least two years. Meetings shall be held at least four times per year. The Committee shall
meet periodically with management, the internal auditors and the independent auditor, in
separate executive sessions. Additionally, the internal auditors and the independent auditor
may meet with the Committee without restriction.

Authority

General: The Committee has unrestricted authority to investigate any Entergy or subsidiary
activity. The Committee may request assistance from the independent auditors, internal
auditors, management, and others with special competence. It also has the authority, to the
extent it deems necessary or appropriate, to retain independent legal, accounting, or other
advisors. Entergy shall provide for appropriate funding, as determined by the Committee, for
payment of compensation to the independent auditor for the purpose of rendering or issuing an
audit report or performing other audit, review, or attest services and to any advisors employed
by the Committee, and ordinary administrative expenses of the Committee that are necessary or
appropriate in carrying out its duties.

Financial Reporting: Recommend to the Board whether the audited financial statements should
be included in Entergy’s Form 10-K.

Compliance: Advise the Board with respect to policies and procedures regarding compliance
with applicable laws and regulations and with Entergy’s Code of Conduct for management and
employees.

Independent Auditor: The independent auditor reports directly to the Audit Committee and the
Committee has sole authority to appoint or replace the independent auditor. The Committee
shall be directly responsible for the compensation and oversight of the work of the independent
auditor (including resolution of disagreements between management and the independent
auditor regarding financial reporting) for the purpose of preparing or issuing an audit report or
performing other audit, review, or attest services. The Committee shall pre-approve all auditing
services and permitted non-audit services to be performed for Entergy by its independent
Audit Committee Charter Approved May 3, 2007
                                                                                    Page 2 of 4

auditor. The Committee shall adopt policies that help assure the independent auditor’s
independence, including policies for Entergy’s hiring of the independent auditor’s employees or
former employees.

Internal Audit: The Committee shall review and approve the Internal Audit Charter and the
appointment or dismissal of the Vice President and General Auditor or person performing a
similar function.

Responsibility

Financial Reporting:

1. Discuss the annual audited financial statements and quarterly unaudited financial
   statements with management and the independent auditor, including Entergy’s disclosures
   under “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of
   Operations.”
2. Discuss with management, the independent auditor, and internal auditors significant
   financial reporting issues and judgments made in connection with the preparation of
   Entergy’s financial statements, including critical accounting policies and estimates, off-
   balance sheet structures, significant changes in the selection or application of accounting
   principles, significant transactions, the impact of proposed accounting rules or other
   regulatory actions, any major issues as to the adequacy of Entergy’s system of accounting
   and financial controls, and any special steps adopted in light of material control deficiencies.
3. Discuss with management Entergy’s earnings press releases, as well as financial
   information and earnings guidance provided to analysts and rating agencies. Such
   discussion may be done generally (consisting of discussing the types of information
   disclosed and presentations made). The Audit Committee need not discuss in advance
   each earnings release or each instance in which Entergy may provide earnings guidance.
4. Review SEC-required disclosures made by Entergy’s certifying Officers in conjunction with
   their reviews of the Form 10-K and Form 10-Q and other relevant filings.
5. Review and discuss management’s annual assessment of internal control over financial
   reporting required by section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act. Ensure that action is taken by
   management to remediate any material weaknesses or significant deficiencies in a timely
   manner.

Business Risks:

1. Discuss with management Entergy’s major risk exposures and the steps management has
   taken to monitor and control such exposures, including risk assessment and risk
   management policies.
2. Discuss with management, the independent auditor, and internal auditors, Entergy’s
   conformity with applicable legal and regulatory requirements and its Code of Conduct for
   management and employees. At least annually, review management reports regarding
   compliance with the Entergy Code of Conduct for management and employees and material
   legal and regulatory matters.
3. Establish procedures for the receipt, retention, and treatment of complaints received by
   Entergy regarding accounting, internal accounting controls or auditing matters, and the
   confidential, anonymous submission by employees of concerns regarding questionable
   accounting or auditing matters.
Audit Committee Charter Approved May 3, 2007
                                                                                  Page 3 of 4

Responsibility (Cont’d.)

Independent Auditor:

   1. Review and discuss the independent auditor’s annual audit plan including its risk
      assessment, approach, focus, and resources.
   2. Discuss with the independent auditor the matters required to be discussed by Statement
      on Auditing Standards (SAS) No. 61, as amended by SAS 89 and SAS 90, and as the
      same may be further modified or supplemented, relating to the conduct of the audit,
      including any difficulties encountered in the course of the audit work, any restrictions on
      the scope of the activities or access to requested information, any significant
      disagreements with management, and any significant issues discussed with the
      independent auditor’s national office.
   3. Periodically, and at least in conjunction with the annual audit of Entergy’s financial
      statements, receive reports from the independent auditor on:
          a. All critical accounting policies and practices to be used
          b. All material alternative treatments of financial information within generally
              accepted accounting principles that have been discussed with management,
              ramifications of the use of such alternative disclosures and treatments, and the
              treatment preferred by the independent auditor.
          c. Other material written communications between the independent auditor and
              management, such as any management letter or schedule of unadjusted
              differences.
   4. Review and discuss the independent auditor’s report on management’s internal control
      report required by section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act and SEC rules.
   5. Review and discuss with the independent auditor the responsibilities, budget, and
      staffing of the internal audit function.
   6. Obtain and review a report from the independent auditor at least annually regarding:
          a. The independent auditor’s internal quality control procedures;
          b. Any material issues raised by the most recent internal quality control review or
              peer review of the firm, or by any inquiry or investigation by governmental or
              professional authorities within the preceding five years respecting one or more
              independent audits carried out by the firm;
          c. Any steps taken to deal with any such issues; and
          d. All relationships between the independent auditor and Entergy.
   7. Annually, evaluate the qualifications, performance and independence of the independent
      auditor, including the audit team lead partner, taking into account the opinions of
      management and internal auditors, and report the Committee’s conclusions to the
      Board.
   8. Take steps as required in connection with the rotation of the audit team lead partner, the
      reviewing partner, and any other audit partner, as required by the Sarbanes-Oxley Act
      and SEC rules.

Internal Audit:

   1. Review the adequacy of Entergy’s system of internal controls by reviewing audit results
      with the internal auditors and obtaining auditors’ opinions on the adequacy of internal
      controls.
   2. Ensure internal audit’s adequate performance through review of the risk assessment
      process, annual audit plan, budget, staffing, and audit results.
Audit Committee Charter Approved May 3, 2007
                                                                                     Page 4 of 4

Committee Effectiveness and Scope:

   1. The Committee shall assess its performance and Charter annually.
   2. While the Audit Committee has the responsibilities and powers set forth in this Charter, it
      is not the duty of the Audit Committee to plan or conduct audits or to determine that
      Entergy’s financial statements and disclosures are complete and accurate and are in
      accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and applicable rules and
      regulations. These are the responsibilities of management and the independent auditor.
   3. In carrying out their oversight responsibilities, the Audit Committee and the Board will
      necessarily rely on the expertise, knowledge, and integrity of Entergy’s management,
      and internal and independent auditors.

Consistent with New York Stock Exchange listing requirements, this Charter will be included on
Entergy’s website and will be made available in print upon a request sent to Entergy’s
Secretary. Entergy’s Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the SEC will state that this Charter
is available on Entergy’s website and that it will also be available in print upon a request sent to
Entergy’s Secretary.

Approved this 3rd day of May 2007 by the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors, Entergy
Corporation.

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entergy Audit Charter

  • 1. ENTERGY CORPORATION AUDIT COMMITTEE CHARTER Purpose The Audit Committee is appointed by the Board of Directors and assists the Board in oversight of (1) the integrity of the financial statements, (2) compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, (3) the system of internal controls, (4) the independent auditor’s qualifications and independence, and (5) the performance of the internal audit function and independent auditors. The Committee reports to the Board on a quarterly or as-needed basis. The Audit Committee shall prepare the report, required by Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) rules, to be included in Entergy’s annual Proxy Statement. Organization Membership will consist of four or more directors and will comply with the New York Stock Exchange and SEC independence and experience requirements. At least one Audit Committee member shall be an “audit committee financial expert” as defined by the SEC. Committee members shall not simultaneously serve on the Audit Committees of more than two other public companies. The Board shall appoint the Audit Committee Chairman, who generally shall serve at least two years. Meetings shall be held at least four times per year. The Committee shall meet periodically with management, the internal auditors and the independent auditor, in separate executive sessions. Additionally, the internal auditors and the independent auditor may meet with the Committee without restriction. Authority General: The Committee has unrestricted authority to investigate any Entergy or subsidiary activity. The Committee may request assistance from the independent auditors, internal auditors, management, and others with special competence. It also has the authority, to the extent it deems necessary or appropriate, to retain independent legal, accounting, or other advisors. Entergy shall provide for appropriate funding, as determined by the Committee, for payment of compensation to the independent auditor for the purpose of rendering or issuing an audit report or performing other audit, review, or attest services and to any advisors employed by the Committee, and ordinary administrative expenses of the Committee that are necessary or appropriate in carrying out its duties. Financial Reporting: Recommend to the Board whether the audited financial statements should be included in Entergy’s Form 10-K. Compliance: Advise the Board with respect to policies and procedures regarding compliance with applicable laws and regulations and with Entergy’s Code of Conduct for management and employees. Independent Auditor: The independent auditor reports directly to the Audit Committee and the Committee has sole authority to appoint or replace the independent auditor. The Committee shall be directly responsible for the compensation and oversight of the work of the independent auditor (including resolution of disagreements between management and the independent auditor regarding financial reporting) for the purpose of preparing or issuing an audit report or performing other audit, review, or attest services. The Committee shall pre-approve all auditing services and permitted non-audit services to be performed for Entergy by its independent
  • 2. Audit Committee Charter Approved May 3, 2007 Page 2 of 4 auditor. The Committee shall adopt policies that help assure the independent auditor’s independence, including policies for Entergy’s hiring of the independent auditor’s employees or former employees. Internal Audit: The Committee shall review and approve the Internal Audit Charter and the appointment or dismissal of the Vice President and General Auditor or person performing a similar function. Responsibility Financial Reporting: 1. Discuss the annual audited financial statements and quarterly unaudited financial statements with management and the independent auditor, including Entergy’s disclosures under “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations.” 2. Discuss with management, the independent auditor, and internal auditors significant financial reporting issues and judgments made in connection with the preparation of Entergy’s financial statements, including critical accounting policies and estimates, off- balance sheet structures, significant changes in the selection or application of accounting principles, significant transactions, the impact of proposed accounting rules or other regulatory actions, any major issues as to the adequacy of Entergy’s system of accounting and financial controls, and any special steps adopted in light of material control deficiencies. 3. Discuss with management Entergy’s earnings press releases, as well as financial information and earnings guidance provided to analysts and rating agencies. Such discussion may be done generally (consisting of discussing the types of information disclosed and presentations made). The Audit Committee need not discuss in advance each earnings release or each instance in which Entergy may provide earnings guidance. 4. Review SEC-required disclosures made by Entergy’s certifying Officers in conjunction with their reviews of the Form 10-K and Form 10-Q and other relevant filings. 5. Review and discuss management’s annual assessment of internal control over financial reporting required by section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act. Ensure that action is taken by management to remediate any material weaknesses or significant deficiencies in a timely manner. Business Risks: 1. Discuss with management Entergy’s major risk exposures and the steps management has taken to monitor and control such exposures, including risk assessment and risk management policies. 2. Discuss with management, the independent auditor, and internal auditors, Entergy’s conformity with applicable legal and regulatory requirements and its Code of Conduct for management and employees. At least annually, review management reports regarding compliance with the Entergy Code of Conduct for management and employees and material legal and regulatory matters. 3. Establish procedures for the receipt, retention, and treatment of complaints received by Entergy regarding accounting, internal accounting controls or auditing matters, and the confidential, anonymous submission by employees of concerns regarding questionable accounting or auditing matters.
  • 3. Audit Committee Charter Approved May 3, 2007 Page 3 of 4 Responsibility (Cont’d.) Independent Auditor: 1. Review and discuss the independent auditor’s annual audit plan including its risk assessment, approach, focus, and resources. 2. Discuss with the independent auditor the matters required to be discussed by Statement on Auditing Standards (SAS) No. 61, as amended by SAS 89 and SAS 90, and as the same may be further modified or supplemented, relating to the conduct of the audit, including any difficulties encountered in the course of the audit work, any restrictions on the scope of the activities or access to requested information, any significant disagreements with management, and any significant issues discussed with the independent auditor’s national office. 3. Periodically, and at least in conjunction with the annual audit of Entergy’s financial statements, receive reports from the independent auditor on: a. All critical accounting policies and practices to be used b. All material alternative treatments of financial information within generally accepted accounting principles that have been discussed with management, ramifications of the use of such alternative disclosures and treatments, and the treatment preferred by the independent auditor. c. Other material written communications between the independent auditor and management, such as any management letter or schedule of unadjusted differences. 4. Review and discuss the independent auditor’s report on management’s internal control report required by section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act and SEC rules. 5. Review and discuss with the independent auditor the responsibilities, budget, and staffing of the internal audit function. 6. Obtain and review a report from the independent auditor at least annually regarding: a. The independent auditor’s internal quality control procedures; b. Any material issues raised by the most recent internal quality control review or peer review of the firm, or by any inquiry or investigation by governmental or professional authorities within the preceding five years respecting one or more independent audits carried out by the firm; c. Any steps taken to deal with any such issues; and d. All relationships between the independent auditor and Entergy. 7. Annually, evaluate the qualifications, performance and independence of the independent auditor, including the audit team lead partner, taking into account the opinions of management and internal auditors, and report the Committee’s conclusions to the Board. 8. Take steps as required in connection with the rotation of the audit team lead partner, the reviewing partner, and any other audit partner, as required by the Sarbanes-Oxley Act and SEC rules. Internal Audit: 1. Review the adequacy of Entergy’s system of internal controls by reviewing audit results with the internal auditors and obtaining auditors’ opinions on the adequacy of internal controls. 2. Ensure internal audit’s adequate performance through review of the risk assessment process, annual audit plan, budget, staffing, and audit results.
  • 4. Audit Committee Charter Approved May 3, 2007 Page 4 of 4 Committee Effectiveness and Scope: 1. The Committee shall assess its performance and Charter annually. 2. While the Audit Committee has the responsibilities and powers set forth in this Charter, it is not the duty of the Audit Committee to plan or conduct audits or to determine that Entergy’s financial statements and disclosures are complete and accurate and are in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and applicable rules and regulations. These are the responsibilities of management and the independent auditor. 3. In carrying out their oversight responsibilities, the Audit Committee and the Board will necessarily rely on the expertise, knowledge, and integrity of Entergy’s management, and internal and independent auditors. Consistent with New York Stock Exchange listing requirements, this Charter will be included on Entergy’s website and will be made available in print upon a request sent to Entergy’s Secretary. Entergy’s Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the SEC will state that this Charter is available on Entergy’s website and that it will also be available in print upon a request sent to Entergy’s Secretary. Approved this 3rd day of May 2007 by the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors, Entergy Corporation.