Otter Creek Solar

Hecate Energy’s Otter Creek Solar Farm is a proposed 1 gigawatt (GW) photovoltaic (PV) solar energy generation facility that will create a major source of emission-free renewable energy for the residents and businesses of Coffey County, Kansas.

Kansas

Proposed Project

  • 1 GW solar project that may be built in two phases.
  • Capable of safely supplying enough renewable electricity per year to power 600,000 homes.
  • The planned project site is to be built about 4 miles west of Burlington, Kansas, It is expected to sit on approximately 8,500 acres (actual acreage covered by panels is anticipated to be smaller).
  • $1 billion privately funded infrastructure improvement.
  • The project will use panels that tilt to follow the sun, ensuring the project is generating the maximum amount of energy each day.
  • Operation is quiet with no pollution and infrequent site activity once built.
  • The site will be surrounded by a wildlife-friendly perimeter fence and tree buffers to reduce visual impacts associated with the project, in accordance with all local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
  • Hecate Energy believes in establishing beneficial,collaborative partnerships with communities that host our projects. By working closely with local stakeholders, we can tailor projects to maximize benefits and reduce impact.

Power Generation

1GW

emission-free energy

Homes Powered

600,000

in state

Community Benefit

$1B

economic impact

Community and Environmental Benefits

Hecate Energy believes in establishing beneficial, collaborative partnerships with communities that host our projects. By working closely with local stakeholders, we can tailor projects to maximize benefits and reduce impact.

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Community Benefits

Otter Creek Solar will provide long-term, sustainable revenue to support local and regional projects and services.

 
Environmental Benefits

The solar-powered electricity generated will offset conventional emission producing sources, contributing to improved air quality and combatting climate change.

 
Economic Opportunities

Otter Creek Solar’s investment will result in significant area economic stimulus including jobs created during construction and operations.

Kansas

Otter Creek Solar
Informational Open House

May 9, 2024

Hecate Energy invited the community to an Informational Open House event on May 9, 2024. Hecate’s project development team and subject matter experts attended to provide accurate information and receive feedback from neighbors and interested residents of Coffey County. Click to view the informational boards presented at this public event!

Open House Boards