Kansas wind energy reaches 51% while gas surpasses coal as second-largest source.

Data centers propose on-site generation as contracts with vendors face significant pullout penalties

Justin Grady told the commission SPP's new 'We Expand' study will evaluate enlarging DC tie capacity between the Eastern and Western interconnections (currently ~1,300 MW). The study will take about a year and underpin any cost-allocation recommendations for expanded interregional transfer capability.

The Legislative Coordinating Council approved recommended interim committee meeting days and limited the special committee on energy, utilities and telecommunications to one day focused on "emerging nuclear technologies," with the speaker and president to appoint chairs and vice chairs.

SPP CEO Lanny Nicholl told the Kansas Committee on Energy, Utilities and Telecommunications that SPP will begin operating in the Western Interconnection April 1, cited rapid load growth and faster interconnection processes, and urged legislators to stay engaged to protect consumers and capture economic benefits.

Commission recommends approval of Black Hills' $15.2M rate increase for public interest.

The commission validates Evergy's settlements while ensuring consumer protection and regulatory oversight.

Commission affirms Evergy's 2024 IRP aligns with resource acquisition and demand forecasts.

The commission unanimously approves the solar settlement after evaluating substantial evidence and public interest.

Commission finds Evergy's CCGT additions prudent for reliable power generation amid aging plants

Commission supports Evergy's diversified energy strategy amid rising capacity investment costs.

Evergy seeks permission to build line addressing winter storm vulnerabilities in Kansas and Oklahoma.

Commission approves $10,000 penalty for SH Oil and $8,000 for Atmos Energy violations

Commission grants intervention to Data Center Coalition and consolidates complaints from Lakeview Village.

Evergy emphasizes balancing affordability reliability and sustainability in its utility strategy for Kansas.

The Solomon Energy Storage Center aims to save $341,000 annually through battery storage.

Kansas State University plans to restart its undergraduate nuclear engineering program by fall 2025.

AI-driven electricity demand surges, challenging Kansas to meet historic peak loads and rising costs.

Wind generation reaches 47% of Kansas electricity, while coal and natural gas decline significantly.