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Start with the energy systems shaping Kansas.

Panasonic Energy operates America's largest EV battery plant in Kansas—and that facility depends on the state's wind-powered grid. That same wind-powered grid supplies Wichita's aerospace manufacturers like Spirit AeroSystems. Kansas students learn how wind powers the state's grid and why industries depend on that reliable flow of electricity.

Energy data is from the EIA State Energy Data System, EIA State Electricity Profiles, NCSL State Energy Legislation Database, and state economic development offices.

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Why Energy Matters in Kansas

Wind Belt Generation

Kansas's largest wind farm, High Banks, produces 604 megawatts of power—one of thousands of turbines across the state. Together, they generate 52% of Kansas's electricity, the third-largest share in the nation behind only Iowa and South Dakota. When wind output changes throughout the day, grid operators must make real-time decisions about where to send power and how to balance supply with demand. Students who study Kansas wind infrastructure learn how a state manages a grid where generation fluctuates but demand must always be met.

Precision Industries

Kansas operates the largest EV battery plant in the U.S.—Panasonic Energy in De Soto, producing approximately 66 batteries every second. Wichita's aerospace heritage runs from Cessna and Beech to Spirit AeroSystems today. Both industries demand reliable electricity and workers who understand electrical systems and data. Students who study those connections learn why grid performance shapes the engineering careers available in Kansas.

In Kansas, where wind powers more than half the grid and industries depend on that power staying stable, students use the Microgrid project to design and test their own grid solutions. They run scenarios, weigh trade-offs between generation types, and defend their designs to stakeholders. That hands-on decision-making connects Kansas's dual economy—wind power and precision industries—to real technical work.

Energy data is from the EIA State Energy Data System, EIA State Electricity Profiles, NCSL State Energy Legislation Database, and state economic development offices.

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The Microgrid: Optimization & Resilience

Kansas's 52% wind generation paired with the Panasonic De Soto battery plant (largest in the U.S.) and Wichita's aerospace operations create a natural case for scenario comparison—students design and defend different grid solutions that balance wind output with industrial power demands.

Mission spotlight

Scenario Building

Students build scenarios that vary wind and backup generation, mirroring the Kansas grid challenge of keeping a wind-heavy system dependable for aerospace and manufacturing facilities.

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Pilot proof

Students enjoy the work because it feels real.

In January 2026, 39 fourth-grade students in Indianapolis completed every lesson from start to finish — coding real pocket computers (microcontrollers), collecting live energy readings, and presenting findings to an audience.

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Student enjoyment

72% of students gave it a 5-star rating

100%

Reported learning something new

Every student who took the survey said they learned something new

39

Students completed the entire course

Every student finished all five lessons, coded a pocket computer (microcontroller), and presented findings

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Whether you want to get LEA into the hands of students this semester, plan for a pilot next year, or just learn more about the state-specific approach, you can book a session with our team to get the support you need.

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