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AAEF provides resources, support and expertise to help develop cutting-edge advanced energy technologies in Arkansas such as renewable energies, distributed generation, grid modernization and more. They provide education on the benefits of using these technologies to increase efficiency and reduce environmental impacts. AAEF also provides funding for projects that demonstrate commercial viability for advanced energy technologies.

By helping to create a business-friendly environment for advanced energy companies in the state, through collaboration with industry partners and research universities as well as providing venture capital for start-ups. This helps foster innovative technology solutions that bring new job opportunities and investments into Arkansas communities.

Yes! AAEF works directly with local government officials so they can better understand the potential benefits of investing in advanced energy infrastructure such as increased reliability and cost savings while also reducing emissions from fossil fuels. We also work with local businesses to help them understand how transitioning to clean energy will benefit their bottom line in addition to the environment.

You can get involved by attending networking events or webinars hosted by AAEF. Additionally, you can join one of our committees or volunteer at an event or project. You may also consider becoming a member of AAEF if you're interested in being part of our community of supporters who are devoted to clean energy growth and innovation across Arkansas.

Our initiatives have seen major successes including increasing renewable electricity use across Arkansas significantly since 2006, establishing technology partnerships between academia and industry leaders, developing investment models for off-grid remote sensing systems and more recently launching several efforts to engage communities throughout the state around renewable technologies. These successes show how collaboration can achieve great things!