It's where global success is made. AEP-served Northwest Arkansas is one of the top growing metro areas in the country and includes the University of Arkansas and Walmart's headquarters. Over 100 Fortune 500 companies leverage advantages found only in this neck of the woods – including one of the lowest costs of doing business in the nation and a formidable logistics hub that includes three Class 1 rail systems, three ocean ports, four Mississippi River terminals and three of the nation's busiest interstates, running east-west and north-south.
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Whether it's energy resiliency or costs, Arkansas industry can count on AEP's Southwestern Electric Power Company (SWEPCO) to help provide a solution. We power over 60 communities in 13 counties in Western Arkansas, the epicenter of a region that spans to Dallas, Oklahoma City, Tulsa, Kansas City, St. Louis, and Memphis. Let us get you where you want to be.
Connect on LinkedInWe serve nearly 20,000 commercial and industrial customers in the Natural State.
SWEPCO Arkansas's service area is shown in green, while other territories served by AEP are in blue.
Key Industries in Arkansas
Energy & Chemicals
Metals
Food & Beverage
Paper & Timber
Power in Arkansas
Arkansas has the 2nd highest percentage of manufacturing employment in the South, per the National Association of Manufacturers, and the 9th lowest cost of doing business (NBC) and cost of living (C2ER).
To learn more about this thriving region, visit Arkansas Economic Development Commission.
We're Equipped to Power Your Success
We bring energy solutions to meet your biggest challenges. Choose Arkansas, and look forward to the following support from us.
- Cost-Competitive Electric Rates
SWEPCO's industrial electricity rates are below the national average. - Economic Development Riders
Qualifying Arkansas customers with new loads or expansions of 500kW or more can receive reductions of 50% in year one, 40% in year two and 30% in year three. Customers with new loads between 200kW – 499kW can receive reductions of 35% in year one, 25% in year two and 15% in year three. - Energy Efficiency Programs
Energy Efficiency Programs Save money and energy with our energy efficiency programs. - Customized Energy Solutions
Whether it's robust transmission capacity, renewables or advisory services, our energy capabilities can be customized for your needs.
