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Arkansas Passes Utility Bill That Could ‘Destabilize Rate Regulation’
A former chair of the Arkansas Public Service Commission said the new law is the culmination of 50 years of utilities and their legislative allies chipping away at regulatory authority. read more >
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From Coal to Solar: Treaty Oak’s 100-Megawatt Project Rises Near Retiring Plant
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. read more >
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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 >
by Kyle Massey -
Arkansas Bill Would Let Utilities Promise Power to Attract Big Business
The proposal has sparked debate over costs, ratepayer impact, and oversight. read more >
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New Roles Announced at Arkansas Federal Credit Union, Simmons Bank & UAMS (Movers & Shakers)
Rodney Showmar and Michael Lamoureux have taken on continued leadership roles, with Showmar staying on the Federal Reserve's advisory council and Lamoureux joining Capitol Counsel as a partner. read more >
Little Rock Holiday Inn Express Sells for $6.9M
This week’s million-dollar deals include the $6.9 million purchase of a Little Rock hotel and several major residential and construction transactions. read more >
New Appointments at Grand Savings Bank, Stephens Insurance, ASU-Beebe & More (Movers & Shakers)
Key Arkansas appointments include Aubrey Blackmon’s Agriculture Hall of Fame induction, Laura Landreaux as State Chamber chair, and leadership changes in banking, energy, health care, and more. read more >
Roaring Storms & Rising Rates
Arkansas AG Tim Griffin opposed Entergy's 4.25% electric rate hike, criticizing its reliance on a formula for yearly increases, while Summit Utilities' rate hike was approved. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
Staying Out of an Energy Crisis (Hunter Field Editor’s Note)
Energy concerns are growing, and a diverse approach will keep us ahead of a shortfall. read more >
by Hunter Field -
2 Join the Board of the Little Rock Technology Park (Movers & Shakers)
Brian Berry is vice provost of research and dean of the graduate school at University of Arkansas at Little Rock, and Eric Peterson is interim president of BioVentures at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences of Little Rock. read more >
Treaty Oak Clean Energy Announces $150M Solar Array in Grant County
The Texas-based energy firm said it has a virtual power purchase agreement in place for a big-name technology company. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
HBCU Students Connect with Power Industry Leaders at Little Rock Career Summit
“The goal of the event is to hire students to work in the power industry here in Little Rock,” said MISO’s Brandon Morris. read more >
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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 -
Entergy Announces Debut of Walnut Bend Solar Array
Entergy Arkansas is commercially generating power at a new 100-megawatt solar array east of Brinkley. read more >
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 >
by Kyle Massey -
West Memphis Tries For $3B Data Hub
The project would rival the nearly completed Big River Steel 2 plant in Osceola as the biggest economic development project in Arkansas history. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
Entergy, NextEra Make Sunny Deal
Entergy Corp. of New Orleans is set to soak up some sun, thanks in part to a 4.5-gigawatt solar power generation deal announced last month with NextEra Energy Resources. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
Mississippi County Leads the Way in Green Steel Innovation
Arkansas steel giants like Blytheville-based Nucor-Yamato, as well as Big River Steel and Hybar of Osceola, are transforming Mississippi County into a hub of recycled steel, renewable energy and innovative technology. read more >
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Entergy Plans Power Shift by 2030
Entergy will shut down two coal-fired plants in 2028 and 2030. read more >
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 -
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