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Arkansas
Arkansas’ greenhouse gas emissions increased by 109% between 1990 and 2021, largely due to the state’s forest land shrinking by more than one third. The electricity sector is the state’s top emitter, with natural gas and coal-fired generation accounting for more than two-thirds of Arkansas’ energy supply.
Governor
Sarah Huckabee Sanders (Republican)
Governor
Sarah Huckabee Sanders (Republican)
House Party
Republican Supermajority
House Party
Republican Supermajority
Senate Party
Republican Supermajority
Senate Party
Republican Supermajority
Legislative session
4/10/24 - 5/9/24
Key Offices & Links
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This map shows the occurrence of climate policies passed at the state-level. Higher numbers represent more climate policies enacted.
Progress by Policy Area
- Enacted
- In-progress
- Partially Enacted
- Not Enacted
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Projections in Arkansas
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| Status | Policy | Policy Area | Policy Category | YR Enacted | |
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| Enacted |
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The statewide energy code for residential construction is 2009 IECC. Establishing Policies
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Buildings and Efficiency
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Building Codes | 2014 | |
| Enacted |
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The statewide energy code for commercial building construction is 2009 IECC and ASHRAE 90.1-2007. Establishing Policies
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Buildings and Efficiency
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Building Codes | 2014 | |
| Enacted |
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Electric utilities are required to achieve 1.2% energy savings for 2024-2026, relative to 2022 sales. Gas utilities are required to achieve 0.5% energy savings for 2024-2026, relative to 2022 sales. Establishing Policies
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Buildings and Efficiency
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Building Efficiency | 2023 | |
| Enacted |
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Arkansas has enacted residential and commercial PACE-enabling legislation and has active programs. Establishing Policies
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Buildings and Efficiency
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Building Efficiency | 2013 |