New Substation Boosts Power Capacity in Kissimmee, Florida
Kissimmee Utility Authority has begun construction on a new $20 million electrical substation, a project aimed at strengthening system reliability and supporting growing electricity demand in its service area.
The utility held a groundbreaking ceremony for the Van Meter substation, which is expected to play a key role in expanding grid capacity in the northwest portion of its territory. Once completed in the summer of 2027, the facility will provide up to 80 megawatts of transformer capacity, improving the ability to serve both residential and commercial growth.
“The Van Meter substation is a significant investment in Kissimmee’s future; a project that will strengthen our electric system and support the continued growth of our community for decades to come,” said KUA President & General Manager Brian Horton.
The design includes flexibility for future expansion, with the potential to increase capacity to 120 megawatts as demand rises. This scalability reflects long-term planning as the utility prepares for continued population and development growth in the region.
The substation will serve a roughly nine-square-mile area, supporting new housing and business developments while maintaining grid stability. It has been named in honor of former KUA Board Member Jeanne Van Meter, recognizing her 13 years of service to the utility and the community.
“When the Board chose to name this facility the Van Meter Substation, it was done as a lasting tribute to Jeanne’s years of service and the positive impact she made on this organization and our community,” said KUA Board Chairman Manuel Ortega.
Founded in 1901, Kissimmee Utility Authority serves about 100,000 customers in Osceola County, Florida. The new substation adds to ongoing infrastructure investments designed to maintain reliability while accommodating long-term growth in energy demand.
Source: kua.com
