New for Kansas Residents
Programs to help lower your energy bill.
New energy-efficiency programs are available for homeowners and renters

Home Energy Analysis
Get a detailed energy usage analysis in 5 minutes or less.
Once you complete your survey, you'll get a breakdown of your monthly energy usage, how that usage changes with the weather, personalized energy savings tips for your home and energy comparisons to similar homes in your area.
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Thermostat Program
Get a free or discounted smart thermostat for your home.
Control your home's temperature from anywhere with a smart thermostat. Our Thermostat Program participants can save up to $145 a year on energy costs.
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Energy-Saving Home Projects
Easy energy-saving methods.
Quick tips and home projects to help lower your energy bill and help our regional power grid.

Weatherization Assistance
Avoid drafts in your home.
Assistance for income-eligible families to reduce home energy usage through in-home upgrades.

Multi-Family Housing Upgrades
Save energy and resources.
Evergy works with eligible properties to deliver energy savings to multi-family housing.
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Creative Ways to Save Energy
There are many simple ways to save energy at home if you think outside the box. Here are a few creative ways to be more energy efficient, using what you already have.
- Turn down your water heater temp. During the summer, we tend to take cooler showers anyway. Dial down the temperature on your water heater and you save energy.
- On sunny days, consider using a drying rack or clothesline rather than a clothes dryer.
- Switch the rotation of your ceiling fan when the seasons change to save on air conditioning cost. In the summer, fans should rotate counterclockwise to lift warm air up and out of the room. In the winter, fans should rotate clockwise to push the rising warm air back down into the room.
- Consider the number of devices you have plugged in at a time. Pick a number (say 4 or 5) and try not to exceed that number of devices by turning one off before turning another one on.
- Utilize a smart thermostat. You can schedule your home’s temperature while you’re out and about, plus, your thermostat can “learn” to automatically set heating and cooling schedules based on how you’ve used the thermostat over time.
- When cooking, use the appropriate size burner on the stove. Using a pot or pan that’s too big or too small for a particular burner can lead to wasted energy and longer cooking times.
- Avoid preheating your oven to save energy. Casseroles and some pasta dishes can go in a cold oven, and vegetables and sheet pan meals often will cook just fine without initial heat.
Ways to Stay Cool While Saving Energy
There are ways to keep costs down and help the grid, even as the temperatures rise. Here are some simple ways to save energy as we head into summer.
- Set your thermostat a bit higher. Keeping your home 5 – 8 degrees warmer when no one is around can save you energy and money.
- Use LED lighting. LED light bulbs use at least 75% less energy, and last up to 25 times longer, than incandescent lighting. They also emit very little heat.
- Avoid placing lamps or TV sets near your thermostat. The thermostat senses heat from these appliances, which can cause the air conditioner to run longer than necessary.
- Replace or clean your air conditioner filter every 1 – 3 months. A clean filter can help your unit run more efficiently and saves energy.
- Clean your outdoor AC unit. Remove dirt, leaves and debris regularly and trim plants back at least two feet from the unit to allow optimal airflow.
- Close shades or blinds to block the heat from sunlight on sunny days. Make sure to shade windows that face south or west, as they let in the most heat.
Smart thermostats make it easy for you to save energy and money, but here are some tips for getting the most out of your smart thermostat at home.
Summer
- When you are away from home, set the temperature at least 5-8°F higher.
- When you are home and awake, set your thermostat as high as is comfortable for you and your family.
Winter
- When you are away from home, set the temperature at least 5-8°F lower.
- When you are home and awake, set your thermostat to 68-70°F.
All year
- Avoid placing electronics near your thermostat. The thermostat senses heat from lamps and TV sets, which can cause the air conditioner to run longer than necessary.
- Don’t neglect regular maintenance. Cleaning the thermostat can avoid inaccurate temperature readings, and regularly updating the software ensures you have the latest features.