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AC COLLECTOR SYSTEM VIRTUAL MEETING


WELCOME TO THE AC COLLECTOR SYSTEM VIRTUAL OPEN HOUSE

The purpose of this self-guided virtual open house is to:

 * Introduce the AC Collector System
 * Receive comments and routing input
 * Answer your questions

Learn more about the project by scrolling through the meeting pages at your own
pace. You can skip ahead or return to any of the categories of interest using
the navigation bar on the left side of your screen. There are opportunities to
provide your input on the Comment Map and Comment Form.

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NEW ELECTRIC UTILITY INFRASTRUCTURE

The location for new electric utility infrastructure (the Alternating Current
Collector System, or “AC Collector System”) is currently being studied in
Southwest Kansas. By providing nearby wind and solar facilities with a path to
new markets via the Grain Belt Express high voltage direct current (HVDC)
transmission line, the AC Collector System will enable economic and reliability
benefits for Southwest Kansas families and communities, while creating new jobs
and investment in local economies.

Prior to filing a siting application with the Kansas Corporation Commission,
Grain Belt Express LLC, owner of the Grain Belt Express HVDC transmission line
and a subsidiary of American-led energy company Invenergy, is seeking public
feedback on the alternative route network being considered for the AC Collector
System. The project study area, where the alternative route network is located,
includes parts of Ford, Meade, and Gray Counties.

The AC Collector System consists of overhead alternating current electric
transmission lines and associated infrastructure. The Bucklin-Dodge City line is
anticipated to run approximately 20 miles, and the Meade-Dodge City line will
run approximately 46 miles. Each line can serve as a delivery node for nearby
electric generation facilities, minimizing overall transmission right-of-way
requirements.


BUCKLIN-DODGE CITY LINE

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The Bucklin-Dodge City line is an approximately 20-mile long, 345 kV
transmission line in Ford County, Kansas.

Power delivered through the Bucklin-Dodge City line will come from wind energy
resources in the region that will generate clean, American-made energy to meet
the nation's growing electricity demand, while generating millions of dollars
for landowners through lease payments and local economic development.

Input received through this Virtual Open House will be evaluated to determine a
single Proposed Route for the Bucklin-Dodge City line to file with the Kansas
Corporation Commission.


MEADE-DODGE CITY LINE

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The Meade-Dodge City line is an approximately 46-mile long, 345 kV transmission
line in Ford County, Gray County and Meade County in Southwest Kansas.

Power delivered through the Meade-Dodge City line will come from wind energy
resources in the region that will generate clean, American-made energy to meet
the nation's growing electricity demand, while generating millions of dollars
for landowners through lease payments and local economic development.

Input received through this Virtual Open House will be evaluated to determine a
single Proposed Route for the Meade-Dodge City line to file with the Kansas
Corporation Commission.


PROJECT BENEFITS

The AC Collector System will enable significant near- and long-term economic
development, job creation, and tax revenues for the local region, at no cost to
Kansas ratepayers.

Together with other regional electricity infrastructure, these facilities will:

 * Provide easement and lease payments for farmers and ranchers
 * Create thousands of construction jobs
 * Boost economic activity and jobs at local restaurants, gas stations, hotels,
   and shops
 * Create long-term revenues supporting local public services and schools
 * Generate hundreds of millions of dollars in worker earnings and economic
   output for the local communities and the State of Kansas


TIMELINE

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*This is the current tentative project schedule pending approvals. All dates are
subject to change.

 * Quarter 1 2024: Public and Stakeholder Engagement
 * Middle 2024: Anticipated filing of the line siting application containing the
   Proposed Route and discussion of the line siting process, with the Kansas
   Corporation Commission
 * Late 2024: Kansas Corporation Commission Decision
 * Quarter 3 2024 to Quarter 3 2025: Field Studies, Permitting, Engineering and
   Easement Acquisition
 * Quarter 4 2025: Construction


ROUTING PROCESS

 * Stage 1: Desktop Data Collection
 * Stage 2: External Communications and Input (we are here)
 * Stage 3: File Proposed Route with Kansas Corporation Commission
 * Stage 4: Field Studies, Permitting, Engineering and Easement Acquisition


COMMENT ON THE MAP

Invenergy is committed to conversations with the community to gain insight into
how we can best work together throughout this project. Input from landowners,
local government, tribes, and local, state and federal agencies will be gathered
and incorporated throughout the routing process. We are interested in learning
as much as possible about the properties that may be involved and potential
constraints and opportunities.

! What would you like us to know about the properties involved? Use the
interactive map to identify a property, drop a pin, and add a comment.



Input received from this Virtual Open House on all of the segment options within
the Alternative Route Network will be evaluated to determine two single Proposed
Routes—one for the Bucklin-Dodge City line and another for the Meade-Dodge City
line—to file with the Kansas Corporation Commission.

I have a general comment



ANTICIPATED STRUCTURE TYPES

Below are the anticipated structures that will be part of this project.


SINGLE CIRCUIT V-STRING SUSPENSION STEEL POLE

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DOUBLE CIRCUIT V-STRING SUSPENSION STEEL POLE

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Graphics are intended for information purposes only and are approximately to
scale. Structure designs may vary depending on final route.


INPUT OPPORTUNITIES

Invenergy is committed to a transparent and collaborative development process.
We recognize the importance of building relationships with landowners and
community members as valuable partners.

There are several ways to provide comments and questions


IN-PERSON OPEN HOUSES

FORD COUNTY

February 27, 2024
11 a.m. - 1 p.m. or 4 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Ford County Fair Building
901 Park St
Dodge City, KS 67801

MEADE COUNTY

February 28, 2024
11 a.m. - 1 p.m. or 4 p.m. - 6 p.m.
City of Plains Community Building
812 Grand Ave
Plains, KS 67869

GRAY COUNTY

February 29, 2024
11 a.m. - 1 p.m. or 4 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Gray County Rec Center
17002 US-50 #1
Cimarron, KS 67835

These meetings are open house style with no formal presentation. Attendees may
come and go at their convenience during these meeting times. Project staff will
be available to answer questions and take comments.


SUBMIT A COMMENT

Provide your information and comments or questions in the form below or on the
interactive map above. You can also send us an email.


LOCAL VENDOR/SUPPLIER INFORMATION

Invenergy looks forward to working with local suppliers and vendors as much as
possible throughout the construction of the AC Collector System. If you are
interested in sharing your company’s contact information with us, please fill
out a Supplier/Vendor Interest form or email Connect@KansasACCollector.com.


BRINGING POWER TO WHERE IT’S NEEDED MOST.

Invenergy is building transmission infrastructure to meet critical energy needs
across America – from communities and customers, to grid operators and
governments. We have more than 20 years of experience developing, permitting and
operating critical electrical infrastructure across the Americas. Our end-to-end
involvement in infrastructure projects that will deliver cost-competitive,
reliable energy for consumers, generate family-sustaining local jobs, reduce
carbon emissions, and strengthen national security. Learn more at Invenergy.com.

Thank you for your participation in this virtual open house. If you have
questions, please reach out to Connect@KansasACCollector.com.