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Arkansas Electric Cooperatives, headquartered in Little Rock, Ark., provides wholesale electricity to 16 distribution cooperatives that own it. The 17 distribution cooperatives serve more than 435,000 members across Arkansas and in surrounding states. It owns seven power plants and co-owns or has lease interests in three others. Founded in 1942, Arkansas' electric cooperatives own nearly 2,300 megawatts of generating capacity through the generation and transmission cooperative. AECC owns and operates three natural gas/oil-fired plants and owns or leases portions of three coal-fired plants. It also owns and operates three hydroelectric generating stations on the Arkansas River and one natural-gas fired simple-cycle plant in southern Arkansas.

Arkansas Electric Cooperatives, based in Little Rock, AR, is dedicated to providing reliable and affordable wholesale electric energy to its 17 member-owned electric distribution cooperatives across the state. With a diverse generation mix that includes hydroelectric, solar, and wind resources, the cooperative aims to meet the rising energy demands of Arkansas while supporting economic development initiatives. In addition to energy services, Arkansas Electric Cooperatives offers education, public relations, and governmental affairs support to its members, fostering a strong community connection. The organization also promotes energy efficiency and sustainability through various programs, including the Balance of Power initiative, which aims to enhance understanding of energy sources and their impacts. Generated from the website