News & Updates

From Turbines to Tourism - Arkansas’ Wind Projects Can Elevate the Natural State’s Visitor Economy

With Arkansas’ growing economy and friendly business environment, wind energy companies are developing the state’s first wind farm projects. Naturally, residents and decisionmakers are curious about these new projects, and have expressed interest in the potential intersection between wind farms and...

Louisiana PSC Defers Rulemaking on Large Loads During January Meeting

The Louisiana Public Service Commission (LPSC) held its first meeting of the year in Baton Rouge on January 14. The LPSC elected its 2026 Chairman and Vice-Chairman, approved several procedural matters, and continued to defer discussion on opening a rulemaking docket...

63rd Annual Wild Hog Supper: Trimming the Fat

Although the Georgia General Assembly doesn’t officially convene until 10:00 am on the second Monday in January, the festivities always begin the night before at the annual Wild Hog Supper. This year marked the 63rd Annual Wild Hog Supper hosted by...

Why MISO's 2026 Grid Analysis Matters to Louisiana

In 2026, the Midcontinent Independent System Operator, or MISO, will begin a South Load Pocket Risk Assessment focused on Louisiana. While the study may sound technical, it is relevant to the 10,000 New Orleanians who lost power for 3.5 hours during...

Small Footprint, Big Opportunity: Land Use Realities of Utility-Scale Solar in the Southeast

Landowners across the Southeast have long relied on income from leases - whether for timber, farming, hunting, or mineral rights - as a way to sustain generational land ownership. Utility-scale solar leases work the same way and offer a powerful way...

SERTP: Planning for Yesterday’s Grid in Tomorrow’s Southeast

The Southeast’s electric grid is being asked to absorb historic levels of new demand, yet the regional planning process meant to prepare for that future is still modeling yesterday’s assumptions. Utilities across the Southeast are publicly announcing gigawatts of new load tied...

Louisiana Department of Conservation and Energy Publishes Revised Solar Decommissioning Rules

On December 16, the Louisiana Department of Conservation and Energy (C&E), submitted a summary report to legislative committees regarding revisions to proposed rules governing the decommissioning of solar facilities. C&E’s revised draft rule makes several important changes to the proposed decommissioning rules...

Southern Renewable Energy Association

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Legislation

SREA advocates for policies that support renewable energy deployment and protect the industry from legislative threats. Our efforts ensure that renewable energy companies influence regional energy policies, focusing on growth, tax incentives, siting, and decommissioning requirements.

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Regulatory

SREA’s regulatory advocacy helps shape utility plans to integrate renewable energy, expanding clean energy access in the Southeast. By participating in state utility proceedings, SREA provides technical comments and testimony to promote clean energy adoption.

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Transmission

SREA is actively engaged in the regional planning process and collaborates with organizations across the region to push for reforms in planning, transparency and oversight with two goals in mind: strengthening the grid and integrating more renewable energy.