Entergy Arkansas has been recognized for its commitment to energy efficiency with a regional award from the Association of Energy Engineers. The company's Entergy Solutions team was awarded the 2024 Energy Project of the Year for a project completed with City Corporation in Russellville, Arkansas.
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| Entergy Arkansas' energy efficiency project with City Corporation in Russellville recognized with a regional award. The project focused on upgrading wastewater treatment facilities and resulted in significant energy savings. Image Credit: Entergy |
Little Rock, Arkansas, USA – September 26, 2024:
Entergy Arkansas has been recognized for its commitment to energy efficiency with a regional award from the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE). The company's Entergy Solutions team was awarded the 2024 Energy Project of the Year for a project completed with City Corporation in Russellville, Arkansas.
The project, part of the Large Commercial & Industrial program, involved upgrades to the city's digester system and aeration basin. These upgrades focused on optimizing sludge handling and reducing energy consumption in the wastewater treatment process. By implementing efficient pumps, blowers, and controls, Entergy Solutions helped City Corporation achieve significant energy savings while maintaining effective treatment.
The project resulted in over 2.8 million kilowatt hours of electric savings and $288,000 in total cost savings. Entergy's incentives covered a portion of the project's cost, demonstrating the company's commitment to supporting energy efficiency initiatives.
Taryn Childers, chief financial officer of City Corporation, expressed gratitude for the partnership with Entergy Arkansas. She noted that the project would help sustain the longevity of the city's systems and provide ongoing energy savings for customers.
Entergy Arkansas' Large Commercial & Industrial program offers incentives to commercial customers for undertaking energy efficiency upgrades. These cash incentives can help businesses reduce their energy costs, improve their environmental impact, and enhance their bottom line.
The award is a testament to Entergy Arkansas' dedication to providing innovative solutions that help customers save energy and reduce their environmental footprint. By partnering with organizations like City Corporation, Entergy is making a significant contribution to a more sustainable future.