Midwest Energy began when Central Kansas Electric Cooperative was incorporated in 1939. The company offers electric and gas services and is headquartered in Hays, Kan., with nine other local offices in central and western Kansas. This includes a workforce of employees throughout 41 counties across the state of Kansas. Midwest Energy provides a variety of energy and safety-related services. The company s non-utility business interests are housed within Midwest Development, Midwest Energy s wholly-owned subsidiary. This subsidiary has a broader charter to promote economic development within Midwest Energy s service territory.