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entergy arkansas receives doe grant awards for two hydroelectric projects
10/02/2024

entergy arkansas has been awarded grant funding from the u.s. department of energy for two hydroelectric projects at the carpenter and remmel dams.

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carpenter dam has been generating electricity for entergy arkansas customers since 1931.
carpenter dam has been generating electricity for entergy arkansas customers since 1931.
from sawdust to sunshine: a brief history of entergy arkansas power generation
06/11/2021

arkansas power and light founder harvey couch made a deal in 1913 to purchase sawdust – the company’s first fuel source – to burn and power a steam-powered turbine and send power through a 20-mile transmission line to customers in malvern and arkadelphia.

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watch for obstacles in the water and wear your life jacket.
watch for obstacles in the water and wear your life jacket.
insights > tips and tools, storms
heading to the lake? have fun, but be safe!
07/02/2020

recent heavy rains have washed a substantial amount of debris into the lakes, so we advise boaters to watch for hazards. those not familiar with the area should be extra-cautious when boating or swimming in the lakes.

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insights > people power
hydro heroes quick to act in medical emergency
05/08/2019

entergy arkansas employees use first-aid training to help man in need at carpenter dam.

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photo courtesy of toledo bend river authority
photo courtesy of toledo bend river authority
insights > our future
entergy louisiana secures new toledo bend hydropower agreement
11/05/2018

entergy louisiana customers’ homes and businesses will continue to be powered by emission-free energy from the toledo bend hydroelectric plant under a recently approved agreement.

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