SOLAR POWER IN KANSAS

Travertine solar project

in development

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.

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250 MW solar capacity
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Enough clean energy to power 51K homes annually
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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.

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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
  • 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

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Long-term tax revenue to local communities and school districts

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Job creation during construction and operation

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Local economic stimulus during construction

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Improved air quality and reduced CO2 emissions

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Social impact funding to area community organizations and non-profits

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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.

Contact us

We want to hear from you! We appreciate your interest in AES’ Travertine Solar project.