solar power

Arkansas’ utilities are racing to keep up with soaring electricity demand, but some power projects face scrutiny from regulators and questions about whether they meet new state law requirements. read more >

After five Arkansas counties restricted wind and solar projects, Lauren Waldrip said Republican-led resistance defies core conservative values. read more >

It’s no secret that Donald Trump hates “disgusting” wind energy and “ridiculous” large solar arrays. But even as his new administration takes aim at renewable power, new wind and solar projects are taking root in Arkansas. read more >

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 >

The project, managed by NextEra Energy, will reduce carbon emissions equivalent to removing 1,400 cars from the road. read more >

The 100-megawatt array on 1,000 acres is expected to power 20,000 homes by 2026. read more >

Energy concerns are growing, and a diverse approach will keep us ahead of a shortfall. read more >

The July report did not reflect any effects from Hurricane Beryl. read more >

Entergy will shut down two coal-fired plants in 2028 and 2030. read more >

Kurt Castleberry, Entergy's chief resource executive, is retiring after nearly 40 years. read more >

A key legislative priority for Arkansas’ solar power industry advanced in the state Legislature Tuesday as the Senate Insurance & Commerce Committee unanimously approved Senate Bill 145. read more >

Ozarks Electric will soon begin construction of a one-megawatt solar generation facility in Springdale, the company announced on Wednesday. read more >