US-based electricity utility company Evergy plans to build two 705MW combined-cycle natural gas plants in Kansas to meet increasing energy requirements and support reliability.
The first, in Sumner County, will commence operations in 2029 and the second, in Reno County, will be operational by 2030.
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Kansas Governor Laura Kelly stated: “Kansas is experiencing record economic growth, and Evergy is prepared to deliver the reliable, affordable and sustainable energy needed.
“Evergy’s multi-billion dollar investment brings direct value to the Hutchinson and Sumner County areas in jobs and tax dollars. It also ensures Kansas can continue to invite business growth that benefits the entire state.”
The facilities are designed to provide flexible generation capabilities, complementing the region’s significant renewable energy potential.
They are also expected to adhere to strict emissions standards, contributing to a cleaner energy landscape.
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By GlobalDataThe plants represent a substantial investment in Kansas’s energy infrastructure, with a projected operational lifespan of 40 years.
The construction phase of each plant will create 500 jobs, stimulating the local economy.
Following a ten-year tax exemption period, each facility will contribute more than $500m in property tax revenues throughout its operational life.
The plants will offer 20 to 40 permanent jobs to local communities.
Earlier in 2024, Evergy submitted its 20-year energy plan to the Kansas Corporation Commission and the Missouri Public Service Commission, which included the development of these power generation plants.
Evergy chairman, president and CEO David Campbell said: “High-efficiency modern natural gas plants will meet the electricity needs for our region’s growing economy. These plants also will bring well-paying jobs and tax dollars to Kansas.
“Dispatchable natural gas is an important resource within Evergy’s growing and diverse energy portfolio, complementing our planned investment in wind and solar resources and supporting our commitment to affordable, reliable and sustainable electricity.”
