Working with a steel mill in Arkansas served by Entergy on their Large Power and Light schedule. Monthly bills run $180,000-$220,000. They're interested in exploring power purchase agreements or potentially switching to direct access if it becomes available. Anyone have experience with large industrial accounts looking at alternatives in Arkansas? What options are realistically available?
Large Industrial Customer - Entergy Arkansas
Arkansas doesn't have retail competition yet, so direct access isn't an option. However, at that usage level your client might qualify for special contract rates with Entergy. I'd also look at their power factor, demand management opportunities, and whether they could benefit from any industrial development incentives. Large industrial customers sometimes have negotiating power for custom rate structures. Have you analyzed their load profile for potential savings through operational changes?