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Westar Energy. Doing whatever it takes to power you into the future.


The need for electricity in Kansas is steadily growing. For the first time in many years, Westar Energy is being challenged to invest in several projects to maintain reliable, affordable service for our customers.

Our energy plan to meet future demand includes investing in; renewable and new traditional-fueled generation, transmission projects, upgrading environmental controls at existing plants, and providing customers with the tools to be energy efficient.

Comprehensive Energy Plan - (Provided to the KCC 2/22/08)


New Traditional-Fueled Generation
    Emporia Energy Center
    Purchase of Spring Creek Power Plant


Renewable Generation
    Approximately 300 MW wind energy
    Rolling Meadows Landfill Gas to Energy - 6 MW


Transmission Projects
    Wichita to Hutchinson to Salina Line
    Rose Hill to Oklahoma Line
    Prairie Wind Transmission


Environmental Upgrades
    Jeffrey Energy Center Scrubber Project


Energy Efficiency
    Westar Energy EfficiencyWorks
    Lawrence Service Center - LEED Silver Certification



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