Solar in Arkansas

Arkansas State Solar Overview

Data References:

SEIA National Solar Database

Solar Installed (MW):
3,246
National Ranking:
19th (9th in 2024 additions)
Enough Solar Installed to Power:
376,474 homes
Percentage of State's Electricity from Solar:
6.63%
Solar Jobs:
428
Solar Companies in State:
33 (7 Manufacturers, 13 Installers/Developers, 13 Others)
Total Solar Investment in State:
$4.4 billion
Prices have fallen:
42% over the last 10 years
Growth Projection and Ranking:
3,120 MW over the next 5 years (ranks 22nd)
Number of Installations:
16,342

Advanced Energy Association (AAEA) – Serves as the business voice dedicated to propelling the state’s economy through the widespread adoption of advanced energy technologies and promotes greater public understanding of advanced energy through research, public education programs and economic and workforce development.
Arkansas Public Service Commission – Learn about the governing body that regulates the electricity rates and services of Arkansas public utilities
Arkansas State Legislature – Track pending legislation affecting solar energy, locate and contact individual legislators, and stay up to date on current legislative issues in Arkansas
DSIRE Incentives Database – Arkansas – Search a public clearinghouse for specific solar energy incentives in Arkansas and across the United States
U.S. Energy Information Administration – Arkansas State Profile – Explore official energy statistics, including data on electricity supply and demand, from the U.S. government