NORTH LITTLE ROCK — The Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment (E&E), Energy Office, announced recipients of the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) program for small cities and counties today totaling over $1.7 million. This funding will support 15 vital energy efficiency and conservation projects across Arkansas, helping communities reduce energy consumption, lower costs, and advance energy efficient practices.

The EECBG program provides federal funding from the U.S. Department of Energy to local governments to develop, implement, and manage energy efficiency and conservation projects. These awards underscore Arkansas’ commitment to fostering energy independence and environmental stewardship at the local level.

“We are thrilled to partner with these 14 Arkansas communities to implement projects that will deliver tangible benefits, from cost savings to a healthier environment,” said Mitchell Simpson, deputy director, Energy Office. “These grants empower our small cities and counties to lead the way in energy innovation and build a more efficient future for all Arkansans.”

View the EECBG project list 2025, which includes a complete list of projects and their scope of work. 

Awardees include the following cities:

· Searcy

· Earle

· Charleston

· Parkin (2 projects)

· Des Arc

· Etowah

· Forrest City

· Keo

· Ward

· Wilmot

· Bay

· Russellville

· Truman

· Wilmot

These projects represent a diverse range of energy efficiency initiatives, including workforce training, energy audits, energy efficiency retrofits, and the construction of a public walking and biking path. Each project was carefully selected based on its potential for significant energy savings, environmental impact, and community benefit. E&E’s Energy Office is dedicated to promoting energy efficiency and strategies that encourage economic development, energy security, and the wellbeing of Arkansas’ businesses, communities, and citizens. Learn more at www.adeq.state.ar.us/energy/initiatives/eecbg.aspx.

CONTACT:

Melony Martinez, Chief of Communications

501.682.0889 (office)

501.837.2093 (mobile)