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As Evergy employees, we’re also customers, and we work every day to keep energy affordable for everyone in our community. If you, a friend, or a neighbor could use a little extra help, we’re here. That's why Maria, Kansas City, MO community outreach specialist cares about making affordable energy accessible to the most vulnerable people in our community. Almost 1/3 of customers qualify for some sort of help and her role is to connect those customers to utility payment assistance and other resources they need! By connecting these customers to utility assistance, families saved $42 million last year while keeping the lights—and the AC—on. Learn more how we're making an impact: http://spr.ly/6042Sz3jm

Evergy lineworkers recently participated in the International Lineman's Rodeo held in the Kansas City metro area. We’re proud of our lineworkers showcasing the skills they use daily throughout our service area amongst their international peers! Enjoy these highlights that showcase our nation's top talent of electric cowboys! 💙💚 International Lineman's Rodeo

Last call! Evergy’s Mission Transition: Veteran Career Workshop is on November 1, 2024, in Kansas City, MO. Free for veterans, service members, and spouses. Learn resume and interview techniques, plus LinkedIn tips. Register for morning and afternoon sessions. Elevate your career—sign up today ➡️ https://lnkd.in/g5DRMYPx

"We want people in our area, in our zip codes and in our community to work in our community and at Evergy," said Rachel White, workforce pipeline development senior manager at Evergy. It's Careers in Energy Week, an industry wide initiative to engage the current and future workforce, while highlighting the important work energy professionals do in their communities. Hear from Rachel as she talks with Good Day Kansas about the importance of developing a pipeline of craft employees.

Earlier this week, Evergy announced two natural gas plants at press conferences in Hutchinson and Wellington. These major announcements wouldn't have been so successful without the hard work and commitment of so many Evergy employees. Thank you to the employees involved in the planning of the gas plant announcements. 💙💚

Evergy vice president of development Jason Humphrey discusses the reasoning behind our announcement of two new gas plants and their anticipated economic benefits for our region. These projects aim to boost local employment, enhance energy reliability and stimulate regional growth. #WithEvergy

For Careers in Energy Week we want to highlight our free Veteran Career Workshop taking place on November 1, 2024 at Cedar Point Training in Kansas City, Mo. This event is designed for veterans, exiting service members and their spouses. Participants will learn tactical resume techniques, interview success strategies and LinkedIn navigation tips. The workshop features two sessions: morning (0800-1130) and afternoon (1300-1630). Space is limited, so register by October 25 to ensure your spot. Join us to enhance your career prospects and network with Evergy hiring managers. Register today ➡️ https://lnkd.in/g5DRMYPx

As our area experiences record growth in new business, we’re also seeing new jobs, economic opportunities, support for our schools and so much more. Evergy is ready to power our growing local economy with reliable, lower cost energy, and we are excited to announce the construction of two new natural-gas generation plants in Hutchinson and Sumner County. Energy from natural gas, which is abundant right here in the Midwest, is a practical, lower cost, and most of all—reliable—energy source.

"These companies when they locate in our service territory, they put downward pressure on electricity prices by contributing to other fixed costs of operating the electric grid and that helps to hold down prices for all of our customers." ~ Evergy CEO David Campbell during Monday's news conference announcing two new 705 MW high-efficiency natural gas plants in Hutchinson and Sumner County.

“High-efficiency modern natural gas plants will meet the electricity needs for our region’s growing economy. These plants also will bring good paying jobs and tax dollars to Kansas,” said David Campbell, Evergy Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer. “Dispatchable natural gas is an important resource within Evergy’s growing and diverse energy portfolio, complementing our planned investment in wind and solar resources and supporting our commitment to affordable, reliable and sustainable electricity.” The two new plants will provide flexible generation that pairs well with the abundant renewable resource potential in Evergy’s service area and will meet stringent emissions standards. The plant in Sumner County is expected to begin providing electricity in 2029, and the plant in Reno County is expected to be in service in 2030. “Kansas is experiencing record economic growth, and Evergy is prepared to deliver the reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy needed.” Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly said. “Evergy’s multi-billion dollar investment brings direct value to the Hutchinson and Sumner County areas in jobs and tax dollars. It also ensures Kansas can continue to invite business growth that benefits the entire state.”