KYMEA ENERGY CENTER I

During November, significant strides were made across multiple areas of the Energy Center I project. Site construction advanced with the completion of engine hall backfill, ongoing vapor barrier and insulation work, and the installation of several duct banks and manholes. Grounding and concrete activities continued in both the engine hall and admin building, despite a short Thanksgiving week and some rain delays. Key equipment deliveries, such as generators reaching the port, marked important milestones, and contracts for roofing, painting, and other trades are progressing. Coordination with vendors and engineering teams remains active, with pipeline bidding scheduled for January and commissioning proposals in development.

Overall, November saw steady progress in site preparation, equipment logistics, and critical infrastructure installation, keeping the project on track for upcoming construction and operational milestones.

Construction at the KYMEA Energy Center I site in Madisonville continued to progress steadily through October. Crews completed major concrete pours for the engine foundations, establishing the base for the reciprocating internal combustion engines that will power the facility. Work also advanced on the installation of duck banks, which will house electrical and control conduits essential for future equipment connections. Site grading and underground utility work remain on schedule, positioning the project for upcoming phases of steel erection and equipment installation.

The laydown area has been developed, which will be used throughout the project as an equipment delivery and staging area.

Pilings have been set for the engine hall area. There are roughly 140 pilings that are secured into the rock 15 feet below.

The Pollard team has successfully removed the poor-quality soil found in the Engine Hall, Administration, and Electrical areas, replacing it with high-quality backfill.

The site experienced historical rainfall in July that led to poor soil conditions. The Christman and Pollard teams developed a game plan to overcome the poor soil conditions, minimizing their impact on the project timeline.

Site prep work has begun and is progressing well. The installation of erosion control measures, including silt fencing and straw bales, has been installed to protect the surrounding environment.

KYMEA hosted its groundbreaking ceremony on April 15th.

KYMEA is in the process of securing the necessary permits for its energy center by meeting all regulatory requirements and working closely with the required local, state, and federal agencies.