SOLAR POWER IN KANSAS
Travertine solar project
AES’ Travertine project is a planned 250 MW solar facility in Stevens County, Kansas. This low-cost, low-impact, environmentally sensitive clean energy project will help Kansas build a cleaner energy future while creating economic benefits for local communities. AES is dedicated to developing solar energy resources that deliver economic benefits to local communities while respecting the values of the state’s residents and the character of the land.
250 MW solar capacity
Enough clean energy to power approximately 51,000 homes annually
Located in Stevens County, Kansas
Our clean energy commitment
AES’ Travertine solar project is a planned facility in Kansas. We are committed to responsible clean energy development that creates long-term value and positive impact for both the environment and local communities.
Economic and environmental benefits
We believe in being a good neighbor, ensuring responsible clean energy development that benefits both the environment and local communities without burdening existing infrastructure.
536,000 MWh
carbon-free electricity generated each year, improving air quality and reducing CO2 emissions
$100 Million+
is expected to be generated in property tax revenue for Stevens County, over the life of the project.
300+ Jobs
expected to be created during peak construction
Project details
- AES will be the long-term owner and operator of the facility
- 1,800 acres of privately held land, equivalent to 0.38% of Stevens' County’s total land area
- Customers throughout Kansas will receive clean energy produced by the project
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At the end of the project's life, a decommissioning plan allows for the land to return to agricultural use or other
uses consistent with land-use policies at the time
Clean energy benefits
local communities
Long-term tax revenue to local communities and school districts
Job creation during construction and operation
Local economic stimulus during construction
Improved air quality and reduced CO2 emissions
Social impact funding to area community organizations and non-profits
Expected Project Timeline
2023 – 2025
Project Preparation
Development, Siting, Permitting
Q4 2025
In Development
Construction
Q4 2027 - Q1 2028
Operational
Operations
Sustainability Resources
Sustainability best practices
At AES, safety is our highest priority, and we’ve focused on improving lives for more than 40 years. As a leading innovator in energy solutions, sustainability is core to both our strategy and our culture. We are committed to responsible land use and incorporating sustainable best practices into the entire project lifecycle, contributing to building a domestic circular renewables economy and reducing foreign dependence.
Environmental and technical studies
We conduct a series of studies that ensure our projects are thoughtfully and responsibly designed.
- Critical Issues Analysis
- Endangered Species Field Habitat Survey
- US Fish and Wildlife Service and KS Department of Wildlife and Parks Endangered Species Act Compliance Review
- Lesser Prairie Chicken Habitat Analysis & Lek Survey
- Cultural Resources Desktop and Field Studies
- Geotechnical Report
- Hydrology
- Wetland Delineations
- Phase I Environmental Site Assessments
- Vegetation and Dust Management Plan
- Federal Aviation Administration Notice Criteria Analysis
Local partnerships
At AES, we understand that our success as a company is only as strong as our partnerships with the communities where we operate. That’s why we partner with communities, customers, state agencies, higher education, elected officials, and other key stakeholders to see how we can best work together to support sustainable social and economic development.
Meet your AES team
Page Bolin
Krista Tortorice
Megan Lisburg
Erica Holloway
Contact us
We want to hear from you! We appreciate your interest in AES’ Travertine Solar project.