Douglas Hutchings
Arkansas’ New Net-Metering Policy: Solar Industry vs. Utilities
Solar power systems that have their interconnection documents in place by Sept. 30 are granted legacy status and will be “grandfathered in” at the old net-metering credit rate. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
Arkansas Solar Industry Braces for Major Shift Under New Net-Metering Rules
After Sept. 30, the state’s rules for utility credits on newly interconnected solar-power systems will change. Credits will fall to about four-tenths of what existing system owners receive, and new restrictions will also go into effect. read more >
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New FERC Mandate Requires Long-Term Planning Amid Rising Energy Demands
Advanced energy advocates praised the potential for easier interconnection of wind and solar projects, while conservative states were beyond skeptical. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
Getting Solar Value After October Switch
Arkansas’ net-metering credits to utility customers for solar energy they add to the grid will change drastically for systems connected after Sept. 31. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
UA, Advanced Energy Association Partner on Innovation Event
The event, at the Arkansas Research and Technology Park, is an effort to connect advanced energy industry stakeholders with potential research partners and funding opportunities. read more >
2024 Solar Deadline Poses Challenges for Developers
Recent legislation changing Arkansas’ solar power policy has solar developers scrambling. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
Bill to Cut Solar Panels’ Return on Investment Clears State Senate
The amended bill will essentially halve the credit that utilities pay to customers — both residential and commercial — who generate their own power. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
Niebaum Leaves Delta Solar
Katie Laning Niebaum has left her post as president of Delta Solar of Little Rock, the solar development company led by Bob East and Douglas Hutchings, in an uncertain time for solar development in Arkansas. read more >
Woodlawn School District Celebrates Delta Solar Array
Delta Solar and school officials expect the system to save the district $1.5 million in energy costs over the two-decade-plus life of the array. read more >
Former Anchor Chris Kane Joins Delta Solar
Kane said his career as a journalist had led to relationships with Arkansas community and business leaders, and he’s eager to update them on the benefits of renewable energy. read more >
Quest for Solar Modules: Could Arkansas Make Hay?
The state has two solar fields on hold, but CEO of Delta Solar says now is the time for solar power. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
Delta Solar’s Katie Niebaum: Nation Moving to Clean Energy Economy
The president of Delta Solar of Little Rock brings a background in business ownership, politics and advocacy to her new role. read more >
Future of Arkansas Solar Starting to Clear
Recent rulings in a five-year regulatory battle over solar energy policy in Arkansas leave two conclusions as sure as the sun rising in the east: More solar arrays are coming, and the fight over who will build them goes on. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
Stephanie Osborne Takes Reins at Arkansas Advanced Energy Association
Stephanie Osborne wouldn’t exactly characterize her first weeks as executive director of the Arkansas Advanced Energy Association as “settling in.” read more >
by Kyle Massey -
Niebaum Leaves AAEA, for 2 Good Reasons
Katie Laning Niebaum has left the Arkansas Advanced Energy Association and is set to give birth to identical twin girls any minute. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
Sun Rises on Bob East’s New Investment
Bob East says he has acquired a 25% interest in Delta Solar, the 3-year-old company formerly known as Delta SunEnergy, and is now its chairman. read more >
by Gwen Moritz -
Arkansas’ Solar Systems Reach Record as PSC Ruling Nears
Home and business solar power system installation soared last year in Arkansas, which added a record 812 new net-metering customers between Jan. 1 and the end of the year. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
Douglas Hutchings to Lead ARA Academy
The Arkansas Research Alliance announces that Douglas Hutchings has been named director of the ARA Academy of Scholars & Fellows, effective July 1. read more >
Net Metering Had Biggest Year as Solar Surged in 2018
Arkansas has its biggest year of solar power installation ever in 2018, and the reason’s no mystery to Bill Halter. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
Arkansas Electrical Engineers Ride a Power Surge
Arkansas’ college programs in electrical engineering are thriving, with enrollment up over the past 10 years in all of the state’s accredited programs. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
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