If fully developed, the wind projects contemplated in these RFP’s would provide a clean source of power for around 100,000 homes.
“KCP&L is committed to renewable energy sources, such as wind energy, as part of our total energy portfolio,” KCP&L Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Mike Chesser said. “We believe a progressive and balanced approach to power generation is the best strategy, and today’s announcement demonstrates our commitment to a more sustainable, cleaner energy future for our region.”
The following RFP’s are being distributed:
The first RFP invites companies to submit proposals to construct and own a 100.5 MW, addition at the Spearville Wind Generation Facility and sell the power to KCP&L under a 20-year power purchase agreement starting in August 2010.
The second RFP has two parts:
The first part invites companies, as an alternative to the Spearville addition, to
submit proposals to provide KCP&L with 100 MW of wind power through a power
purchase agreement starting in August 2010.
The second part invites companies to submit proposals for up to an additional
200 MW of wind power starting in October 2011. Proposals under the second
part of this RFP could include power purchase agreements or arrangements
where KCP&L would own and operate the facilities after development and
construction.
KCP&L will look for the best, most cost-effective projects for the company and its customers, while remaining mindful of economic development opportunities within the region.
“From its support of mandatory renewable energy standards, to its landmark agreement with the Sierra Club and environmental upgrades to its coal-fired power plants, KCP&L has demonstrated its commitment to a cleaner and sustainable energy future,” Mid-America Regional Council’s Executive Director David Warm said. “These wind projects will serve as a catalyst for the creation of next-generation clean energy jobs and improve air quality in our region for years to come.”