Jefferson Power Station and Cypress Solar Begin Construction in Arkansas
Entergy Arkansas has commenced construction on Jefferson Power Station and Cypress Solar, set to replace the White Bluff coal facility by 2030. The initiative aims to meet a projected 35% increase in electric demand over the next five years and enhance service reliability through significant infrastructure investments.
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Construction of the Jefferson Power Station and Cypress Solar is underway, with a projected completion for the power station by 2030, replacing the White Bluff coal-fired facility. Entergy plans to invest in 2,600 MW of new generation resources and repower 1,600 MW across its Arkansas grid in response to a 35% growth in electric demand.
Jefferson Power Station will contribute 750 MW, while Cypress Solar will provide 600 MW and 350 MW from battery storage. Entergy aims to reduce outages by 30% and improve fuel efficiency by 40% with these updates. The developments align with Entergy's strategy to attract businesses requiring substantial electric capacity, which has shifted from logistics considerations to energy availability.
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