Economic Development
Cantex Prepares $120M PVC Plant in Southwest Arkansas
Though it won’t start full production until spring 2026, the Cantex PVC plant in Nashville is already making waves within the local economy.
![Danny Games, vice president of business and economic development at Entergy Arkansas: “You need to have something north of 500 acres.” [Jason Burt]](https://arkansasbusiness.wppcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/JBP_4710_opt-84x115.jpg)
Arkansas officials are banking on two massive “megasites” to land billion-dollar projects that could reshape the state’s economy.
Arkansas cities are using cash and perks to lure new workers, with Texarkana and West Memphis offering payouts as others shift strategies.
Treaty Oak Clean Energy is building a 100-megawatt solar array in Grant County, near the White Bluff coal plant, creating 200 jobs and using local materials.
![Arkansas Electric Cooperative Corp. is building a natural gas-fueled generation facility near Naples, Texas, to help meet growing demand for electricity. [rendering provided]](https://arkansasbusiness.wppcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Screenshot_2025-03-03_at_12.43.01e280afPM_opt-300x194.jpg)
Arkansas Faces Surge in Power Demand from AI & Data Centers
As Arkansas braces for a power surge driven by booming industries, its affordable rates could fuel major economic growth — if utilities can keep up. read more >
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Arkansas Bill Would Let Utilities Promise Power to Attract Big Business
The proposal has sparked debate over costs, ratepayer impact, and oversight. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
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