Evergy files an application with the Kansas Corporation Commission to request a rate increase for its customers.

 The application seeks a net increase of 9.7% for Evergy Kansas Central customers and a net increase of 1.95% for Evergy Kansas Metro customers.

 If approved, the new rates would likely take effect in December 2023.

 For EKC residential customers, the average monthly increase would be $14.24, while EKM residential customers would experience an average monthly increase of $3.47.

 The rate increase is intended to account for lower expenses resulting from the merger of Westar Energy and KCP&L, as well as higher expenses related to depreciation and infrastructure upgrades.

 Public hearings will take place on July 11 in Topeka, July 13 in Overland Park, and July 27 in Wichita. Participants can attend in person or virtually via Zoom.