State announces launch of $10 million grant to enhance Arkansas’ electric grid
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KAIT/Edited News Release) – On Tuesday, the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration announced proposals are now being accepted for the 2024 Grid Enhancement Grant funding. More than $10 million will initially be distributed to utilities and related companies to prevent electric outages and enhance the resilience of the state’s electric grid. […]
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ExxonMobil to drill in Arkansas for electric-vehicle lithium
ExxonMobil plans to start drilling lithium for electric vehicle batteries and other electronics by 2027, the company said Monday. The company bought the rights to drill for lithium on 120,000 acres in southern Arkansas’ Smackover Formation earlier this year. Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders praised the development for bringing “good, high-paying jobs for Arkansans.” ExxonMobil […]
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Arkansans being asked to limit electricity usage
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KAIT) – As temperatures stay well below freezing this holiday weekend, a strong urge for energy conservation is being demanded in Arkansas. The Electric Cooperatives of Arkansas are asking members to immediately limit the use of electric service through the next 24 hours to ensure members receive at least a minimum of […]
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Arkansas accelerates electric vehicle charging station program
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (TBP/KAIT) – The state of Arkansas is continuing to invest in electric vehicle charging stations. According to content partner Talk Business and Politics, the Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment announced on Thursday, Oct. 13, it will be accelerating the final disbursement of money for Level 2 charging stations. The Level 2 […]
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City Council to vote on agreement for smart loading zones | #citycouncil
As people increasingly rely on delivery drivers and ride-share services, the city of Omaha says it’s time to rethink the curb. “The curb is no longer just for parking cars,” said Ken Smith, Omaha’s parking and mobility manager. “With the proliferation of all these delivery services, Ubers, Lyfts, we really need to find a way […]
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Tips on electric bill savings during blistering Arkansas heat
The dog days of summer can take a big bite out of your budget. That’s why power companies, like Carroll Electric, are advising their customers on ways to save.”The hotter it is outside the more electricity is going to be sold or consumed,” said Carroll Electric Vice President of Corporate Relations, Cory Smith.So how do […]
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