Project Living Proof (PLP) - Metropolitan Energy Center

Project Living Proof

An MEC demonstration home empowering visitors to lower energy bills, make their homes more comfortable, and plant an urban garden.

Community workshops, education, and advocacy are the heart of MEC. At our Project Living Proof (PLP) demonstration home, a Kansas City treasure, community members can access information and resources to make their homes more energy efficient, learn about urban gardening and water conservation. PLP also benefits the Kansas City area by hosting a variety of community, artistic, and academic events.

PLP is located at 917 E. Cleaver II Blvd. in Kansas City, MO. Plan your tour or meeting at this unique property by calling us at 816-531-7283 or by contacting David Albrecht.

Blogs and Events

Tour MEC’s historic, energy-efficient demonstration home, Project Living Proof

Are you or your small group looking for a way to celebrate Earth Day? Schedule a tour during the month of April at MEC’s historic demonstration home to learn how you can lower your utility bills, make your home more comfortable, and receive…

Earth Day 2022

Building Performance, Electrify Heartland, Energy Efficiency, EV, Project Living Proof

Celebrate nature, energy efficiency & clean transportation all in one place: Metropolitan Energy Center's Project Living Proof We're marking Earth Day 2022 with a special celebration! Visit Project Living Proof, our 108-year-old…

Join MEC to Celebrate Energy Awareness Month

Building Performance, Central Kansas Clean Cities, Clean Transportation, Electrify Heartland, Energy Codes, Energy Efficiency, Energy Solutions Hub, EV, Kansas City Clean Cities, Project Living Proof

October is annually designated as National Energy Awareness Month. The U.S. Department of Energy (US DOE) participates annually with the intent to draw attention to our nation’s electrical grid system and “to highlight the importance…

Educational Videos

Project Living Proof isn’t just about the inside – it’s about the outside of the house as well. In this presentation, David Albrecht of MEC will meet with Yvonne Jenkin of the Greater Kansas City Master Gardeners and members of her team who’ve turned the back and front yards of PLP into vegetable, herb, fruit and native plant gardens. Along with training aspiring master gardeners, these gardens also support local food banks with fresh vegetables and fruit – while supporting bees and native pollinators. Join us see just what can be done with what used to be a lawn!

Homeowner Eco-Impact: Project Living Proof