About Us

Powering Arkansas is a project of the Southern Renewable Energy Association, an organization representing renewable energy stakeholders across the Southeastern United States. SREA brings together policymakers, local residents, and developers to advocate for practical, inclusive power solutions.

Mission Statement:

Powering Arkansas mobilizes diverse stakeholders across Arkansas to advance transparent, evidence-based renewable energy policies. We co-create practical energy solutions that deliver reliable, affordable power for all Arkansans today, while building a stronger, more resilient future.

Powering Arkansas serves the people of Arkansas by advocating for an affordable and resilient grid. We believe reliable electricity is foundational to families’ well-being and to local economies. By uniting policymakers, communities, and developers, we work to strengthen the grid so outages are shorter and less frequent. Our goal is to empower every neighborhood - from rural towns to urban centers - with access to dependable power, reduce energy burdens, and build resilience against rising energy costs and extreme weather.

Why we do it: Energy is a backbone of everyday life - homes, schools, healthcare, and small businesses rely on it. When energy is affordable and reliable, families have less financial stress, and communities attract investment and opportunity.
What we stand for: Open, inclusive dialogue; policies grounded in data; and practical solutions that prioritize people over profits.
Our impact: A stronger, more resilient grid; predictable energy costs; better emergency readiness; and a strong economic future for Arkansas.

Powering Arkansas

The coming years will test our state’s electric grid. Powering Arkansas is a nonpartisan coalition of Arkansans united to engage and empower voices across The Natural State who support utility-scale renewable energy developments. Our mission is simple: accelerate energy growth in Arkansas by connecting people who understand that a modern, reliable grid requires local, scalable solutions.

If you agree that we need to move every available electron we can get onto the grid to build a future for Arkansas where energy is homegrown, reliable, and abundant, Powering Arkansas invites you to join us. This is about real progress, real collaboration, and real results. It's about lower bills, local jobs, and a more resilient grid for tomorrow. We can pursue practical policies that streamline permitting while encouraging investment in our rural communities.

Together, we will drive the energy future Arkansas deserves.

Challenge Misinformation

Powering Arkansas partners with communities across the state to counter misinformation about renewable energy and to support community leaders in crafting clear, practical language for advocating when wind or solar projects come to their areas.

Coalition Building

Powering Arkansas believes lasting change comes from uniting communities, policymakers, and industry partners to advocate for transparent, evidence-based renewable energy policies. By forming broad coalitions across the state, we advance practical, affordable power solutions that protect everyday Arkansans.

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Powering Arkansas champions policies that grow renewable energy and shield the industry from harmful legislation. We work to ensure practical siting guidelines, reliable bonding standards, and clear decommissioning processes so projects can thrive in communities across the state.