AES’ Travertine project is a planned solar facility in Stevens County, Kansas. We are committed to responsible clean energy development that creates long-term value and positive impact for both the environment and local communities.
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.
165 MW solar + energy storage
Enough clean energy to power over 30,000 Georgia homes annually
Hancock County, GA
Project details
- AES will be the long-term owner and operator of the facility
- 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
- 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
Project overview
Expected project timeline
- Development – Siting – Permitting 2023-2025
- Construction Q4 2025
- Operations Q4 2027 - Q1 2028
Economic and environmental benefits
We believe in being a good neighbor, ensuring responsible and sustainable clean energy development that benefits both the environment and local communities without burdening existing infrastructure.
398,000 MWh Carbon-free electricity generated each year, improving air quality and reducing CO2 emissions
Approximately $35 million dollars Expected to be generated in new tax revenue for Hancock County and local schools over the life of the project.
250+ jobs Expected to be created during peak construction
Clean energy benefits local communities
- Long-term tax revenue to counties, towns and school districts
- Job creation during construction and operation
- Landowner income diversification, keeping land in the family
- Local economic stimulus during construction
- Affordable, reliable, locally produced clean energy
- Improved air quality and reduced CO2 emissions
- Social impact funding to area community organizations and non-profits
- Non-permanent development and low-impact construction that ensures land can be sensitively restored to pre-project conditions at the end of the project’s life
Best practices in responsible and sustainable development
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
Partnering with communities for the future of energy
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.
Brunswick County community support
- Sponsored the 2024 InnovateHER Summit
- Donated to the Town of Alberta’s Back to School Bash
Meet your AES team
Project updates
Stay tuned for updates on project development
Meet your AES team
Jason Guarnera
Development Manager
Will Vesley
Permitting Senior Analyst
Richard Lambert
Stakeholder Relations Manager
Contact us
We want to hear from you! We appreciate your interest in AES’ Travertine Community Solar.
Phone number: (800) 579-7734
Email: KSStakeholderrelations@aes.com
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