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September 3, 2025 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): August 28, 2025 Evergy, Inc. (Exact

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): August 28, 2025 Evergy, Inc.

August 7, 2025 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): August 7, 2025 Evergy, Inc. (Exact

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): August 7, 2025 Evergy, Inc.

August 7, 2025 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2025 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO S

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2025 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Exact name of registrant as specified

August 7, 2025 EX-99.1

Evergy, Inc Consolidated Earnings and Diluted Earnings Per Share Earnings (Loss) Earnings (Loss) per Diluted Share Earnings (Loss) Earnings (Loss) per Diluted Share Three Months Ended June 30 2025 2024 (millions, except per share amounts) Net income

EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Evergy Announces Second Quarter 2025 Results, Declares Quarterly Dividend and Reaffirms 2025 Guidance • Second Quarter 2025 GAAP EPS of $0.74, compared to $0.90 in 2024 • Second Quarter 2025 Adjusted EPS (non-GAAP) of $0.82, compared to $0.90 in 2024 • Declares quarterly dividend of $0.6675 per share • Reaffirms 2025 Adjusted (non-GAAP) EPS guidance of $3.92 to $4

May 8, 2025 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2025 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2025 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Exact name of registrant as specifie

May 8, 2025 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): May 8, 2025 Evergy, Inc.

May 8, 2025 EX-99.1

Evergy, Inc Consolidated Earnings and Diluted Earnings Per Share Earnings (Loss) Earnings (Loss) per Diluted Share Earnings (Loss) Earnings (Loss) per Diluted Share Three Months Ended March 31 2025 2024 (millions, except per share amounts) Net income

Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Evergy Announces First Quarter 2025 Results, Declares Quarterly Dividend and Reaffirms 2025 Guidance • First Quarter 2025 GAAP EPS of $0.54, compared to $0.53 in 2024 • First Quarter 2025 Adjusted EPS (non-GAAP) of $0.54, compared to $0.54 in 2024 • Declares quarterly dividend of $0.6675 per share • Reaffirms 2025 GAAP and Adjusted (non-GAAP) EPS guidance of $3.92 to $4.1

March 27, 2025 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): March 27, 2025 Evergy, Inc.

March 27, 2025 EX-10.1

March 21, 2025

Exhibit 10.1 March 21, 2025 Matt, We are happy to confirm the verbal offer for the position of VP Chief Accounting Officer. This offer is contingent upon receipt of approval from the Evergy, Inc. Board of Directors. Details of the offer include: • Title: VP Chief Accounting Officer • Supervisor: Bryan Buckler • Location: 1KC – 1200 Main Street, Kansas City, MO • Effective Date: The effective trans

March 13, 2025 EX-1.1

Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. First Mortgage Bonds, 5.25% Series due 2035 UNDERWRITING AGREEMENT dated March 6, 2025 MUFG Securities Americas Inc. PNC Capital Markets LLC Regions Securities LLC TD Securities (USA) LLC Truist Securities, Inc. U.S. Banco

EX-1.1 Exhibit 1.1 Executed Version Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. $300,000,000 First Mortgage Bonds, 5.25% Series due 2035 UNDERWRITING AGREEMENT dated March 6, 2025 MUFG Securities Americas Inc. PNC Capital Markets LLC Regions Securities LLC TD Securities (USA) LLC Truist Securities, Inc. U.S. Bancorp Investments, Inc. Underwriting Agreement March 6, 2025 MUFG Securities Americas Inc. PNC Capital M

March 13, 2025 EX-4.1

EVERGY KANSAS CENTRAL, INC. THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON TRUST COMPANY, N.A. as Trustee (as Successor to HARRIS TRUST AND SAVINGS BANK) FIFTY-THIRD SUPPLEMENTAL INDENTURE to Original Mortgage Filed with Shawnee County Register of Deeds on July 1, 1939

Exhibit 4.1 EVERGY KANSAS CENTRAL, INC. TO THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON TRUST COMPANY, N.A. as Trustee (as Successor to HARRIS TRUST AND SAVINGS BANK) FIFTY-THIRD SUPPLEMENTAL INDENTURE to Original Mortgage Filed with Shawnee County Register of Deeds on July 1, 1939, at Book 778 Page 216 Dated as of March 13, 2025 First Mortgage Bonds, 5.25% Series due 2035 TABLE OF CONTENTS Parties 1 Recitals 1 Gr

March 13, 2025 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 13, 2025 Commission File Number Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter, State of Incorporation, Address of Principal Executive Offices and Telephone Number I.R.S.

March 13, 2025 EX-1.2

Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. Notes, 4.70% Series due 2028 UNDERWRITING AGREEMENT dated March 6, 2025 MUFG Securities Americas Inc. PNC Capital Markets LLC Regions Securities LLC TD Securities (USA) LLC Truist Securities, Inc. U.S. Bancorp Investments,

Exhibit 1.2 Executed Version Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. $300,000,000 Notes, 4.70% Series due 2028 UNDERWRITING AGREEMENT dated March 6, 2025 MUFG Securities Americas Inc. PNC Capital Markets LLC Regions Securities LLC TD Securities (USA) LLC Truist Securities, Inc. U.S. Bancorp Investments, Inc. Underwriting Agreement March 6, 2025 MUFG Securities Americas Inc. PNC Capital Markets LLC Regions Sec

March 13, 2025 EX-4.2

FIRST SUPPLEMENTAL INDENTURE Dated as of March 13, 2025 EVERGY KANSAS CENTRAL, INC., As Issuer THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON TRUST COMPANY, N.A., As Trustee (as Successor to Deutsche Bank Trust Company Americas (formerly known as Bankers Trust Company)

Exhibit 4.2 FIRST SUPPLEMENTAL INDENTURE Dated as of March 13, 2025 Between EVERGY KANSAS CENTRAL, INC., As Issuer and THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON TRUST COMPANY, N.A., As Trustee (as Successor to Deutsche Bank Trust Company Americas (formerly known as Bankers Trust Company)) Notes, 4.70% Series due 2028 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page ARTICLE ONE  Relation to Indenture; Additional Definitions 2 Section 1.0

March 10, 2025 424B2

Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. $300,000,000 First Mortgage Bonds, 5.25% Series due 2035

Table of Contents Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(2) Registration No. 333-281614-02 PROSPECTUS SUPPLEMENT (To prospectus dated August 16, 2024) Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. $300,000,000 First Mortgage Bonds, 5.25% Series due 2035 Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. is offering $300,000,000 aggregate principal amount of First Mortgage Bonds, 5.25% Series due 2035 (the “bonds”). The bonds will bear interest at

March 10, 2025 EX-FILING FEES

Calculation of Filing Fee Table 424(b)(2) (1) (Form Type) Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Table 1: Newly Registered Securities and Carry Forward Securities

Exhibit 107.1 Calculation of Filing Fee Table 424(b)(2) (1) (Form Type) Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Table 1: Newly Registered Securities and Carry Forward Securities Security  Type  Security Class Title Fee  Calculation  or Carry  Forward  Rule  Amount  Registered  Proposed  Maximum  Offering  Price Per  Unit  Maximum  Aggregate  Offering  Pri

March 10, 2025 424B2

Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. $300,000,000 Notes, 4.70% Series due 2028

Table of Contents Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(2) Registration No. 333-281614-02 PROSPECTUS SUPPLEMENT (To prospectus dated August 16, 2024) Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. $300,000,000 Notes, 4.70% Series due 2028 Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. is offering $300,000,000 aggregate principal amount of Notes, 4.70% Series due 2028 (the “notes”). The notes will bear interest at a rate of 4.70% per year and

March 10, 2025 EX-FILING FEES

Calculation of Filing Fee Table 424(b)( 2 ) (1) (Form Type) Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Table 1: Newly Registered Securities and Carry Forward Securities

Exhibit 107.1 Calculation of Filing Fee Table 424(b)( 2 ) (1) (Form Type) Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Table 1: Newly Registered Securities and Carry Forward Securities Security Type Security Class Title Fee Calculation or Carry Forward Rule Amount Registered Proposed Maximum Offering Price Per Unit Maximum Aggregate Offering Price Fee Rate Amo

March 6, 2025 FWP

Final Term Sheet Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. First Mortgage Bonds, 5.25% Series due 2035 (the “bonds”) Issuer: Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. Trade Date: March 6, 2025 Settlement Date*: March 13, 2025 (T+5) Expected Ratings**: Moody’s Investors Service,

FWP Filed Pursuant to Rule 433 Registration Statement No. 333-281614-02 Dated March 6, 2025 Final Term Sheet Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. First Mortgage Bonds, 5.25% Series due 2035 (the “bonds”) Issuer: Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. Trade Date: March 6, 2025 Settlement Date*: March 13, 2025 (T+5) Expected Ratings**: Moody’s Investors Service, Inc.: A2 (stable) S&P Global Ratings: A (stable) Title of

March 6, 2025 424B5

SUBJECT TO COMPLETION DATED MARCH 6, 2025

Table of Contents Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(5) Registration No. 333-281614-02 The information in this preliminary prospectus supplement is not complete and may be changed. A registration statement relating to these securities has become effective. This preliminary prospectus supplement and the accompanying prospectus are not an offer to sell these securities and are not soliciting an offer to

March 6, 2025 424B5

SUBJECT TO COMPLETION DATED MARCH 6, 2025

Table of Contents Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(5) Registration No. 333-281614-02 The information in this preliminary prospectus supplement is not complete and may be changed. A registration statement relating to these securities has become effective. This preliminary prospectus supplement and the accompanying prospectus are not an offer to sell these securities and are not soliciting an offer to

March 6, 2025 FWP

Final Term Sheet Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. Notes, 4.70% Series due 2028 (the “notes”) Issuer: Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. Trade Date: March 6, 2025 Settlement Date*: March 13, 2025 (T+5) Expected Ratings**: Moody’s Investors Service, Inc.: Baa1 (st

FWP Filed Pursuant to Rule 433 Registration Statement No. 333-281614-02 Dated March 6, 2025 Final Term Sheet Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. Notes, 4.70% Series due 2028 (the “notes”) Issuer: Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. Trade Date: March 6, 2025 Settlement Date*: March 13, 2025 (T+5) Expected Ratings**: Moody’s Investors Service, Inc.: Baa1 (stable) S&P Global Ratings: BBB+ (stable) Title of Securitie

February 27, 2025 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTI

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Exact name of registrant as specified in

February 27, 2025 EX-24.3

Power of Attorney

Exhibit 24.3 Power of Attorney KNOW ALL PERSONS BY THESE PRESENTS, that each person whose signature appears below, each of whom is a member of the Board of Directors of Evergy Metro, Inc., a Missouri corporation, constitutes and appoints David A. Campbell, W. Bryan Buckler, and Matthew B. Gummig, and Heather A. Humphrey, and each of them, his or her true and lawful attorneys-in-fact and agents, ea

February 27, 2025 EX-24.1

Power of Attorney

Exhibit 24.1 Power of Attorney KNOW ALL PERSONS BY THESE PRESENTS, that each person whose signature appears below, each of whom is a member of the Board of Directors of Evergy, Inc., a Missouri corporation, constitutes and appoints David A. Campbell, W. Bryan Buckler, and Matthew B. Gummig, and Heather A. Humphrey, and each of them, his or her true and lawful attorneys-in-fact and agents, each act

February 27, 2025 EX-24.2

Power of Attorney

Exhibit 24.2 Power of Attorney KNOW ALL PERSONS BY THESE PRESENTS, that each person whose signature appears below, each of whom is a member of the Board of Directors of Evergy Kansas Central, Inc., a Kansas corporation, constitutes and appoints David A. Campbell, W. Bryan Buckler, and Matthew B. Gummig, and Heather A. Humphrey, and each of them, his or her true and lawful attorneys-in-fact and age

February 27, 2025 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): February 27, 2025 Evergy, Inc.

February 27, 2025 EX-10.16

EVERGY, INC. 2025 RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AGREEMENT (TIME-BASED TRANCHE VESTING) Grantor: Evergy, Inc. or the Company Grantee: Grant Date: Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) Granted:

Exhibit 10.16 EVERGY, INC. 2025 RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AGREEMENT (TIME-BASED TRANCHE VESTING) Grantor: Evergy, Inc. or the Company Grantee: Grant Date: Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) Granted: THIS RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AGREEMENT (the “Agreement”) is entered into as of the Grant Date, by and between the Company and the Grantee with respect to the RSUs granted herein, as such terms are defined in the

February 27, 2025 EX-99.1

Evergy, Inc Consolidated Earnings and Diluted Earnings Per Share Earnings (Loss) Earnings (Loss) per Diluted Share Earnings (Loss) Earnings (Loss) per Diluted Share Three Months Ended December 31 2024 2023 (millions, except per share amounts) Net inc

EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Evergy Announces 2024 Results, Declares Quarterly Dividend, Reaffirms 2025 Guidance • 2024 GAAP EPS of $3.79, compared to $3.17 in 2023 • 2024 Adjusted EPS (non-GAAP) of $3.81, compared to $3.54 in 2023 • Declares quarterly dividend of $0.6675 per share • Raises 2025E-2029E capital investment plan to $17.5 billion • Reaffirms 2025 GAAP and Adjusted (non-GAAP) EPS

February 27, 2025 EX-10.15

EVERGY, INC. 2025 RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AGREEMENT (TIME-BASED VESTING) Grantor: Evergy, Inc. or the Company Grantee: Grant Date: Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) Granted:

Exhibit 10.15 EVERGY, INC. 2025 RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AGREEMENT (TIME-BASED VESTING) Grantor: Evergy, Inc. or the Company Grantee: Grant Date: Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) Granted: THIS RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AGREEMENT (the “Agreement”) is entered into as of the Grant Date, by and between the Company and the Grantee with respect to the RSUs granted herein, as such terms are defined in the chart ab

February 27, 2025 EX-10.18

Evergy, Inc. Executive Annual Incentive Plan (Effective as of January 1, 2025)

Exhibit 10.18 Evergy, Inc. Executive Annual Incentive Plan (Effective as of January 1, 2025) Objective The Evergy, Inc. (the “Company” or “Evergy”) Executive Annual Incentive Plan (the “Plan”) is designed to motivate and reward officers of Evergy for the achievement of specific key financial, operational and business goals. By providing market-competitive target awards and additional award opportu

February 27, 2025 EX-21.1

Subsidiaries of Evergy, Inc. (1)

Exhibit 21.1 Subsidiaries of Evergy, Inc. (1) Name of Company State of Incorporation Evergy Metro, Inc. Missouri Evergy Missouri West, Inc. Delaware Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. Kansas Evergy Kansas South, Inc. (2) Kansas (1) Certain subsidiaries of Evergy, Inc. have been omitted pursuant to Item 601(b)(21)(ii) of Regulation S-K. (2) Evergy Kansas South, Inc. is a subsidiary of Evergy Kansas Centra

February 27, 2025 EX-10.17

EVERGY, INC. 2025 RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AGREEMENT (PERFORMANCE-BASED VESTING) Grantor: Evergy, Inc. or the Company Grantee: Grant Date: Target Award of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs):

Exhibit 10.17 EVERGY, INC. 2025 RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AGREEMENT (PERFORMANCE-BASED VESTING) Grantor: Evergy, Inc. or the Company Grantee: Grant Date: Target Award of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs): THIS RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AGREEMENT (the “Agreement”) is entered into as of the Grant Date, by and between the Company and the Grantee with respect to the Target Award of RSUs granted herein, as such te

February 27, 2025 EX-19.1

Securities Trading (“Insider Trading”) Policy Evergy, Inc. and Subsidiaries

Exhibit 19.1 Securities Trading (“Insider Trading”) Policy Evergy, Inc. and Subsidiaries Board Approval Date: 12/18/2024 Overview Federal and state securities laws make it illegal for anyone to trade in a company’s securities while in possession of material nonpublic information relating to that company. This conduct is referred to as “insider trading.” Evergy, Inc. and its subsidiaries (collectiv

November 8, 2024 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): November 4, 2024 Evergy, Inc. (Exac

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): November 4, 2024 Evergy, Inc.

November 7, 2024 EX-99.1

Evergy, Inc Consolidated Earnings and Diluted Earnings Per Share Earnings (Loss) Earnings (Loss) per Diluted Share Earnings (Loss) Earnings (Loss) per Diluted Share Three Months Ended September 30 2024 2023 (millions, except per share amounts) Net in

Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Evergy Announces Third Quarter 2024 Results, Increases Quarterly Dividend, Reaffirms 2024 Guidance, Establishes 2025 Guidance • Third Quarter 2024 GAAP EPS of $2.02, compared to $1.53 in 2023 • Third Quarter 2024 Adjusted EPS (Non-GAAP) of $2.02, compared to $1.88 in 2023 • Increases quarterly dividend 4% to $0.6675 per share • Introduces 2025E-2029E capital investment pl

November 7, 2024 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2024 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2024 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Exact name of registrant as spec

November 7, 2024 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): November 7, 2024 Evergy, Inc.

August 26, 2024 EX-99.1

Evergy Appoints W. Bryan Buckler Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Buckler Previously Served as Chief Financial Officer at OGE Energy Corp.

Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Evergy Appoints W. Bryan Buckler Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Buckler Previously Served as Chief Financial Officer at OGE Energy Corp. KANSAS CITY, MO., August 26, 2024 – Evergy, Inc. (NASDAQ: EVRG) today announced W. Bryan Buckler will become the company’s executive vice president and chief financial officer, effective Octobe

August 26, 2024 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): August 26, 2024 Evergy, Inc.

August 26, 2024 EX-10.1

August 18, 2024

Exhibit 10.1 August 18, 2024 Bryan, On behalf of Evergy, Inc. (the “Company”), we are pleased to offer you the position of Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of the Company, reporting to David Campbell. Your employment with the Company will commence as soon as practicable, but we hope that you will be able to join us no later than October 1, 2024. This offer is contingent upon Ev

August 16, 2024 EX-25.3

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM T-1 STATEMENT OF ELIGIBILITY UNDER THE TRUST INDENTURE ACT OF 1939 OF A CORPORATION DESIGNATED TO ACT AS TRUSTEE

Exhibit 25.3.2 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM T-1 STATEMENT OF ELIGIBILITY UNDER THE TRUST INDENTURE ACT OF 1939 OF A CORPORATION DESIGNATED TO ACT AS TRUSTEE ☐ CHECK IF AN APPLICATION TO DETERMINE ELIGIBILITY OF A TRUSTEE PURSUANT TO SECTION 305(b)(2) THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON TRUST COMPANY, N.A. (Exact name of trustee as specified in its charter) 9

August 16, 2024 EX-24.1

Power of Attorney

Exhibit 24.1.1 Power of Attorney KNOW ALL PERSONS BY THESE PRESENTS, that each person whose signature appears below, each of whom is a member of the Board of Directors of Evergy, Inc., a Missouri corporation (“Evergy”), constitutes and appoints David A. Campbell, Kirkland B. Andrews Steven P. Busser and Heather A. Humphrey, and each of them, his or her true and lawful attorneys-in-fact and agents,

August 16, 2024 EX-FILING FEES

Calculation of Filing Fee Tables (Form Type) Evergy, Inc. Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. Evergy Metro, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Table 1: Newly Registered Securities

Exhibit 107.1 Calculation of Filing Fee Tables S-3 (Form Type) Evergy, Inc. Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. Evergy Metro, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Table 1: Newly Registered Securities Security Type Security Class Title Fee Calculation or Carry Forward Rule Amount Registered Proposed Maximum Offering Price Per Unit Maximum Aggregate Offering Price Fee Rate Amount of R

August 16, 2024 EX-25.2

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM T-1 STATEMENT OF ELIGIBILITY UNDER THE TRUST INDENTURE ACT OF 1939 OF A CORPORATION DESIGNATED TO ACT AS TRUSTEE

Exhibit 25.2.3 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM T-1 STATEMENT OF ELIGIBILITY UNDER THE TRUST INDENTURE ACT OF 1939 OF A CORPORATION DESIGNATED TO ACT AS TRUSTEE ☐ CHECK IF AN APPLICATION TO DETERMINE ELIGIBILITY OF A TRUSTEE PURSUANT TO SECTION 305(b)(2) DEUTSCHE BANK TRUST COMPANY AMERICAS (formerly BANKERS TRUST COMPANY) (Exact name of trustee as speci

August 16, 2024 EX-25.3

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM T-1 STATEMENT OF ELIGIBILITY UNDER THE TRUST INDENTURE ACT OF 1939 OF A CORPORATION DESIGNATED TO ACT AS TRUSTEE

Exhibit 25.3.1 SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM T-1 STATEMENT OF ELIGIBILITY UNDER THE TRUST INDENTURE ACT OF 1939 OF A CORPORATION DESIGNATED TO ACT AS TRUSTEE ☐ Check if an Application to Determine Eligibility of a Trustee Pursuant to Section 305(b)(2) UMB BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION (Exact name of Trustee as specified in its charter) 44-0194180 I.R.S. Employer Ident

August 16, 2024 S-3ASR

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 16, 2024.

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 16, 2024. Registration No. 333-    Registration No. 333-    Registration No. 333-    UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM S-3 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 Evergy, Inc. Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. Evergy Metro, Inc. Missouri Kansas Missouri 82-2733395 48-0290150 44-03087

August 16, 2024 EX-25.2

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM T-1 STATEMENT OF ELIGIBILITY UNDER THE TRUST INDENTURE ACT OF 1939 OF A CORPORATION DESIGNATED TO ACT AS TRUSTEE

Exhibit 25.2.1 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM T-1 STATEMENT OF ELIGIBILITY UNDER THE TRUST INDENTURE ACT OF 1939 OF A CORPORATION DESIGNATED TO ACT AS TRUSTEE ☐ CHECK IF AN APPLICATION TO DETERMINE ELIGIBILITY OF A TRUSTEE PURSUANT TO SECTION 305(b)(2) THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON TRUST COMPANY, N.A. (Exact name of trustee as specified in its charter) 9

August 16, 2024 EX-5.3

August 16, 2024

EX-5.3.1 Exhibit 5.3.1 August 16, 2024 Evergy Metro, Inc. 1200 Main Street Kansas City, Missouri 64105 Re: Evergy Metro, Inc. Registration Statement on Form S-3 Ladies and Gentlemen: I have served as Senior Director, Counsel and Assistant Corporate Secretary to Evergy Metro, Inc., a Missouri corporation (the “Company”), in connection with the Registration Statement on Form S-3 (the “Registration S

August 16, 2024 EX-4.3

TWENTIETH SUPPLEMENTAL INDENTURE EVERGY METRO, INC. UMB BANK, N.A. (FORMERLY UNITED MISSOURI BANK OF KANSAS CITY, N.A.) DATED AS OF DECEMBER 1, 2023 CREATING EIRR MORTGAGE BONDS, SERIES 2023 SUPPLEMENTAL TO GENERAL MORTGAGE INDENTURE AND DEED OF TRUS

Exhibit 4.3.13 TWENTIETH SUPPLEMENTAL INDENTURE EVERGY METRO, INC. UMB BANK, N.A. (FORMERLY UNITED MISSOURI BANK OF KANSAS CITY, N.A.) DATED AS OF DECEMBER 1, 2023 CREATING EIRR MORTGAGE BONDS, SERIES 2023 SUPPLEMENTAL TO GENERAL MORTGAGE INDENTURE AND DEED OF TRUST DATED AS OF DECEMBER 1, 1986 TWENTIETH SUPPLEMENTAL INDENTURE, dated as of December 1, 2023, between EVERGY METRO, INC. (formerly kno

August 16, 2024 EX-24.2

Power of Attorney

Exhibit 24.2.1 Power of Attorney KNOW ALL PERSONS BY THESE PRESENTS, that each person whose signature appears below, each of whom is a member of the Board of Directors of Evergy Kansas Central, Inc., a Kansas corporation (“Evergy”), constitutes and appoints David A. Campbell, Kirkland B. Andrews Steven P. Busser and Heather A. Humphrey, and each of them, his or her true and lawful attorneys-in-fac

August 16, 2024 EX-25.1

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM T-1 STATEMENT OF ELIGIBILITY UNDER THE TRUST INDENTURE ACT OF 1939 OF A CORPORATION DESIGNATED TO ACT AS TRUSTEE

Exhibit 25.1.1 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM T-1 STATEMENT OF ELIGIBILITY UNDER THE TRUST INDENTURE ACT OF 1939 OF A CORPORATION DESIGNATED TO ACT AS TRUSTEE ☐ CHECK IF AN APPLICATION TO DETERMINE ELIGIBILITY OF A TRUSTEE PURSUANT TO SECTION 305(b)(2) THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON TRUST COMPANY, N.A. (Exact name of trustee as specified in its charter) 9

August 16, 2024 EX-25.2

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM T-1 STATEMENT OF ELIGIBILITY UNDER THE TRUST INDENTURE ACT OF 1939 OF A CORPORATION DESIGNATED TO ACT AS TRUSTEE

Exhibit 25.2.2 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM T-1 STATEMENT OF ELIGIBILITY UNDER THE TRUST INDENTURE ACT OF 1939 OF A CORPORATION DESIGNATED TO ACT AS TRUSTEE ☐ CHECK IF AN APPLICATION TO DETERMINE ELIGIBILITY OF A TRUSTEE PURSUANT TO SECTION 305(b)(2) THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON TRUST COMPANY, N.A. (Exact name of trustee as specified in its charter) 9

August 16, 2024 EX-24.3

Power of Attorney

Exhibit 24.3.1 Power of Attorney KNOW ALL PERSONS BY THESE PRESENTS, that each person whose signature appears below, each of whom is a member of the Board of Directors of Evergy Metro, Inc., a Missouri corporation (“Evergy”), constitutes and appoints David A. Campbell, Kirkland B. Andrews Steven P. Busser and Heather A. Humphrey, and each of them, his or her true and lawful attorneys-in-fact and a

August 16, 2024 EX-5.3

ATLANTA AUSTIN BANGKOK BEIJING BOSTON BRUSSELS CHARLOTTE DALLAS DUBAI HOUSTON LONDON LOS ANGELES MIAMI NEW YORK RICHMOND SAN FRANCISCO TOKYO TYSONS WASHINGTON, DC

EX-5.3.2 Exhibit 5.3.2 FILE NO: 011053.0000015   August 16, 2024 Evergy Metro, Inc. 1200 Main Street Kansas City, Missouri 64105 Re: Evergy Metro, Inc. Registration Statement on Form S-3 Ladies and Gentlemen: We have served as counsel to Evergy Metro, Inc., a Missouri corporation (the “Company”), in connection with the Registration Statement on Form S-3 (the “Registration Statement”) to be filed w

August 16, 2024 EX-25.1

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM T-1 STATEMENT OF ELIGIBILITY UNDER THE TRUST INDENTURE ACT OF 1939 OF A CORPORATION DESIGNATED TO ACT AS TRUSTEE

Exhibit 25.1.2 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM T-1 STATEMENT OF ELIGIBILITY UNDER THE TRUST INDENTURE ACT OF 1939 OF A CORPORATION DESIGNATED TO ACT AS TRUSTEE ☐ CHECK IF AN APPLICATION TO DETERMINE ELIGIBILITY OF A TRUSTEE PURSUANT TO SECTION 305(b)(2) THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON TRUST COMPANY, N.A. (Exact name of trustee as specified in its charter) 9

August 9, 2024 EX-99.1

Evergy, Inc Consolidated Earnings and Diluted Earnings Per Share Earnings (Loss) Earnings (Loss) per Diluted Share Earnings (Loss) Earnings (Loss) per Diluted Share Three Months Ended June 30 2024 2023 (millions, except per share amounts) Net income

Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Evergy Announces Second Quarter 2024 Results, Declares Quarterly Dividend and Reaffirms 2024 Guidance • Second Quarter 2024 GAAP EPS of $0.90, compared to $0.78 in 2023 • Second Quarter 2024 Adjusted EPS (Non-GAAP) of $0.90, compared to $0.81 in 2023 • Declares quarterly dividend of $0.6425 per share • Reaffirms 2024 GAAP and Adjusted (Non-GAAP) EPS guidance of $3.73 to $

August 9, 2024 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2024 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO S

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2024 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Exact name of registrant as specified

August 9, 2024 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): August 9, 2024 Evergy, Inc. (Exact

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): August 9, 2024 Evergy, Inc.

June 10, 2024 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): June 4, 2024 Evergy, Inc.

June 10, 2024 EX-99.1

Evergy Announces CFO Transition Kirk Andrews to depart as CFO; Geoffrey Ley appointed acting CFO

Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Evergy Announces CFO Transition Kirk Andrews to depart as CFO; Geoffrey Ley appointed acting CFO KANSAS CITY, MO., June 10, 2024 – Evergy, Inc. (NASDAQ: EVRG) announced today the departure of Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Kirk Andrews. Andrews will leave to become CFO at Consolidated Edison, Inc. (NYSE: ED). Evergy has na

May 9, 2024 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2024 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2024 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Exact name of registrant as specifie

May 9, 2024 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): May 9, 2024 Evergy, Inc.

May 9, 2024 EX-99.1

Evergy, Inc Consolidated Earnings and Diluted Earnings Per Share Earnings (Loss) Earnings (Loss) per Diluted Share Earnings (Loss) Earnings (Loss) per Diluted Share Three Months Ended March 31 2024 2023 (millions, except per share amounts) Net income

Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Evergy Announces First Quarter 2024 Results, Declares Quarterly Dividend and Reaffirms 2024 Guidance • First Quarter 2024 GAAP EPS of $0.53, compared to $0.62 in 2023 • First Quarter 2024 Adjusted EPS (Non-GAAP) of $0.54, compared to $0.59 in 2023 • Declares quarterly dividend of $0.6425 per share • Reaffirms 2024 GAAP and Adjusted (Non-GAAP) EPS guidance of $3.73 to $3.9

February 29, 2024 EX-21.1

Subsidiaries of Evergy, Inc. (1)

Exhibit 21.1 Subsidiaries of Evergy, Inc. (1) Name of Company State of Incorporation Evergy Metro, Inc. Missouri Evergy Missouri West, Inc. Delaware Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. Kansas Evergy Kansas South, Inc. (2) Kansas (1) Certain subsidiaries of Evergy, Inc. have been omitted pursuant to Item 601(b)(21)(ii) of Regulation S-K. (2) Evergy Kansas South, Inc. is a subsidiary of Evergy Kansas Centra

February 29, 2024 EX-99.1

Evergy, Inc Consolidated Earnings and Diluted Earnings Per Share Earnings (Loss) Earnings (Loss) per Diluted Share Earnings (Loss) Earnings (Loss) per Diluted Share Three Months Ended December 31 2023 2022 (millions, except per share amounts) Net inc

Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Evergy Announces 2023 Results, Declares Quarterly Dividend and Issues 2024 Guidance • 2023 GAAP EPS of $3.17, compared to $3.27 in 2022 • 2023 Adjusted EPS (Non-GAAP) of $3.54, compared to $3.71 in 2022 • 2024 GAAP and Adjusted (Non-GAAP) EPS guidance of $3.73 to $3.93 • Declares quarterly dividend of $0.6425 per share • Updates five-year $12.5 billion capital plan throug

February 29, 2024 EX-10.13

EVERGY, INC. 2024 RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AGREEMENT (PERFORMANCE-BASED VESTING)

Exhibit 10.13 EVERGY, INC. 2024 RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AGREEMENT (PERFORMANCE-BASED VESTING) THIS RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AGREEMENT (the “Agreement”) is entered into as of [DATE] (the “Grant Date”), by and between Evergy, Inc. (the “Company”) and [NAME] (the “Grantee”). All capitalized terms in this Agreement that are not defined herein shall have the meanings ascribed to such terms in the Company’s

February 29, 2024 EX-10.11

EVERGY, INC. 2024 RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AGREEMENT (TIME-BASED VESTING)

Exhibit 10.11 EVERGY, INC. 2024 RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AGREEMENT (TIME-BASED VESTING) THIS RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AGREEMENT (the “Agreement”) is entered into as of [DATE] (the “Grant Date”), by and between Evergy, Inc. (the “Company”) and [NAME] (the “Grantee”). All capitalized terms in this Agreement that are not defined herein shall have the meanings ascribed to such terms in the Company’s Long-Te

February 29, 2024 EX-10.20

CHANGE IN CONTROL SEVERANCE AGREEMENT

Exhibit 10.20 CHANGE IN CONTROL SEVERANCE AGREEMENT THIS CHANGE IN CONTROL SEVERANCE AGREEMENT is effective as of [Date] between Evergy, Inc., a Missouri corporation (“Evergy”), and [Name](“Executive”). RECITALS A. Executive is a valued employee of Evergy or a subsidiary thereof (collectively, the “Company”). B. The Board believes that it is in the best interests of the Company and its shareholder

February 29, 2024 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): February 29, 2024 Evergy, Inc.

February 29, 2024 EX-10.14

Evergy, Inc. Executive Annual Incentive Plan (Effective as of January 1, 2024)

Exhibit 10.14 Evergy, Inc. Executive Annual Incentive Plan (Effective as of January 1, 2024) Objective The Evergy, Inc. (the “Company” or “Evergy”) Executive Annual Incentive Plan (the “Plan”) is designed to motivate and reward officers of Evergy for the achievement of specific key financial, operational and business goals. By providing market-competitive target awards and additional award opportu

February 29, 2024 EX-24.3

Power of Attorney

Exhibit 24.3 Power of Attorney KNOW ALL PERSONS BY THESE PRESENTS, that each person whose signature appears below, each of whom is a member of the Board of Directors of Evergy Metro, Inc., a Missouri corporation, constitutes and appoints David A. Campbell, Kirkland B. Andrews and Heather A. Humphrey, and each of them, his or her true and lawful attorneys-in-fact and agents, each acting alone, with

February 29, 2024 EX-24.1

Power of Attorney

Exhibit 24.1 Power of Attorney KNOW ALL PERSONS BY THESE PRESENTS, that each person whose signature appears below, each of whom is a member of the Board of Directors of Evergy, Inc., a Missouri corporation, constitutes and appoints David A. Campbell, Kirkland B. Andrews and Heather A. Humphrey, and each of them, his or her true and lawful attorneys-in-fact and agents, each acting alone, with full

February 29, 2024 EX-24.2

Power of Attorney

Exhibit 24.2 Power of Attorney KNOW ALL PERSONS BY THESE PRESENTS, that each person whose signature appears below, each of whom is a member of the Board of Directors of Evergy Kansas Central, Inc., a Kansas corporation, constitutes and appoints David A. Campbell, Kirkland B. Andrews and Heather A. Humphrey, and each of them, his or her true and lawful attorneys-in-fact and agents, each acting alon

February 29, 2024 EX-97

EVERGY, INC. COMPENSATION RECOUPMENT (MANDATORY CLAWBACK) POLICY

Exhibit 97 EVERGY, INC. COMPENSATION RECOUPMENT (MANDATORY CLAWBACK) POLICY This COMPENSATION RECOUPMENT POLICY (this “Policy”) is adopted as of October 31, 2023, by the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Evergy, Inc., a Missouri corporation (the “Company”) and shall apply to Covered Compensation that is Received on or after October 2, 2023 (the “Effective Date”). 1.Definitions. Except as otherwi

February 29, 2024 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTI

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Exact name of registrant as specified in

February 29, 2024 EX-10.12

EVERGY, INC. 2024 RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AGREEMENT (TIME-BASED TRANCHE VESTING)

Exhibit 10.12 EVERGY, INC. 2024 RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AGREEMENT (TIME-BASED TRANCHE VESTING) THIS RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AGREEMENT (the “Agreement”) is entered into as of [DATE] (the “Grant Date”), by and between Evergy, Inc. (the “Company”) and [NAME] (the “Grantee”). All capitalized terms in this Agreement that are not defined herein shall have the meanings ascribed to such terms in the Company’s

November 15, 2023 EX-1.1

Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. First Mortgage Bonds, 5.90% Series due 2033 UNDERWRITING AGREEMENT dated November 8, 2023 BNY Mellon Capital Markets, LLC MUFG Securities Americas Inc. PNC Capital Markets LLC Truist Securities, Inc.

Exhibit 1.1 Executed Version Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. $300,000,000 First Mortgage Bonds, 5.90% Series due 2033 UNDERWRITING AGREEMENT dated November 8, 2023 BNY Mellon Capital Markets, LLC MUFG Securities Americas Inc. PNC Capital Markets LLC Truist Securities, Inc. Underwriting Agreement November 8, 2023 BNY Mellon Capital Markets, LLC MUFG Securities Americas Inc. PNC Capital Markets LLC Trui

November 15, 2023 EX-4.1

Fifty-Second Supplemental Indenture, dated as of November 15, 2023, between Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. and The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, N.A., as trustee (Exhibit 4.1 to Evergy Kansas Central’s Form 8-K filed on November 15, 2023).

Exhibit 4.1 EVERGY KANSAS CENTRAL, INC. TO THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON TRUST COMPANY, N.A. as Trustee (as Successor to HARRIS TRUST AND SAVINGS BANK) FIFTY-SECOND SUPPLEMENTAL INDENTURE to Original Mortgage Filed with Shawnee County Register of Deeds on July 1, 1939, at Book 778 Page 216 Dated as of November 15, 2023 First Mortgage Bonds, 5.90% Series due 2033 TABLE OF CONTENTS Parties 1 Recitals

November 15, 2023 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 8, 2023 Commission File Number Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter, State of Incorporation, Address of Principal Executive Offices and Telephone Number I.R.S

November 9, 2023 424B2

Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. $300,000,000 First Mortgage Bonds, 5.90% Series due 2033

Table of Contents Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(2) Registration No. 333-259245-02 PROSPECTUS SUPPLEMENT (To prospectus dated September 1, 2021) Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. $300,000,000 First Mortgage Bonds, 5.90% Series due 2033 Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. is offering $300,000,000 aggregate principal amount of First Mortgage Bonds, 5.90% Series due 2033 (the “bonds”). The bonds will bear interest

November 9, 2023 EX-FILING FEES

Calculation of Filing Fee Table (Form Type) Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Table 1: Newly Registered Securities Security Type Security Class Title Fee Calculation or Carry Forward Rule Amount Regist

EX-FILING FEES Exhibit 107.1 Calculation of Filing Fee Table 424(b)(2) (Form Type) Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Table 1: Newly Registered Securities Security Type Security Class Title Fee Calculation or Carry Forward Rule Amount Registered Proposed Maximum Offering Price Per Unit Maximum Aggregate Offering Price Fee Rate Amount of Registration

November 8, 2023 FWP

Final Term Sheet Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. First Mortgage Bonds, 5.90% Series due 2033 Issuer: Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. Trade Date: November 8, 2023 Settlement Date*: November 15, 2023 (T+5) Expected Ratings**: Moody’s Investors Service, Inc.: A

Filed Pursuant to Rule 433 Registration Statement No. 333-259245-02 Dated November 8, 2023 Final Term Sheet Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. First Mortgage Bonds, 5.90% Series due 2033 Issuer: Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. Trade Date: November 8, 2023 Settlement Date*: November 15, 2023 (T+5) Expected Ratings**: Moody’s Investors Service, Inc.: A2 (stable) S&P Global Ratings: A (negative) Title of Securi

November 8, 2023 424B5

SUBJECT TO COMPLETION DATED NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Table of Contents Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(5) Registration No. 333-259245-02 The information in this preliminary prospectus supplement is not complete and may be changed. A registration statement relating to these securities has become effective. This preliminary prospectus supplement and the accompanying prospectus are not an offer to sell these securities and are not soliciting an offer to

November 7, 2023 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2023 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2023 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Exact name of registrant as spec

November 7, 2023 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): November 7, 2023 Evergy, Inc.

November 7, 2023 EX-99.1

Evergy, Inc Consolidated Earnings and Diluted Earnings Per Share Earnings (Loss) Earnings (Loss) per Diluted Share Earnings (Loss) Earnings (Loss) per Diluted Share Three Months Ended September 30 2023 2022 (millions, except per share amounts) Net in

Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Evergy Announces Third Quarter 2023 Results • Third quarter 2023 GAAP EPS of $1.53, compared to $1.86 in 2022 • Third quarter 2023 adjusted EPS (Non-GAAP) of $1.88, compared to $2.00 in 2022 • Increases quarterly dividend 5% to $0.6425 per share • Revises 2023 GAAP EPS guidance range to $3.22 to $3.32; narrows 2023 adjusted EPS (Non-GAAP) guidance range to $3.55 to $3.65

August 4, 2023 EX-99.1

Evergy, Inc Consolidated Earnings and Diluted Earnings Per Share Earnings (Loss) Earnings (Loss) per Diluted Share Earnings (Loss) Earnings (Loss) per Diluted Share Three Months Ended June 30 2023 2022 (millions, except per share amounts) Net income

Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Evergy Announces Second Quarter 2023 Results, Declares Quarterly Dividend and Reaffirms 2023 Guidance • Second Quarter 2023 GAAP EPS of $0.78, Compared to $0.84 in 2022 • Second Quarter 2023 Adjusted EPS (Non-GAAP) of $0.81, Compared to $0.84 in 2022 • Declares Quarterly Dividend of $0.6125 per share • 2023 GAAP EPS Guidance of $3.55 to $3.75; Reaffi

August 4, 2023 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2023 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO S

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2023 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Exact name of registrant as specified

August 4, 2023 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): August 4, 2023 Evergy, Inc.

June 2, 2023 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): June 2, 2023 Evergy, Inc.

June 2, 2023 EX-10.1

FIRST AMENDMENT TO AMENDED AND RESTATED CREDIT AGREEMENT

EX-10.1 Exhibit 10.1 Execution Version FIRST AMENDMENT TO AMENDED AND RESTATED CREDIT AGREEMENT This FIRST AMENDMENT TO AMENDED AND RESTATED CREDIT AGREEMENT (this “Amendment”), dated as of June 2, 2023 is entered into among EVERGY, INC., a Missouri corporation, EVERGY METRO, INC. (formerly Kansas City Power & Light Company), a Missouri corporation, EVERGY MISSOURI WEST, INC. (formerly KCP&L Great

May 5, 2023 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2023 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2023 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Exact name of registrant as specifie

May 5, 2023 EX-10.6

Evergy, Inc. Summary of Non-Employee Director Compensation Effective May 2, 2023

Exhibit 10.6 Evergy, Inc. Summary of Non-Employee Director Compensation Effective May 2, 2023 Amount Cash — Retainer (Paid Quarterly) Annual Retainer $115,000 Non-Executive Chair Retainer $65,000 Lead Director Retainer $30,000 Audit Committee Chair Retainer $20,000 Compensation and Leadership Development Committee Chair Retainer $20,000 Nominating, Governance, and Corporate Responsibility Committe

May 5, 2023 EX-99.1

Evergy, Inc Consolidated Earnings and Diluted Earnings Per Share Earnings (Loss) Earnings (Loss) per Diluted Share Earnings (Loss) Earnings (Loss) per Diluted Share Three Months Ended March 31 2023 2022 (millions, except per share amounts) Net income

EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Evergy Announces First Quarter 2023 Results, Declares Quarterly Dividend and Reaffirms 2023 Guidance • First Quarter 2023 GAAP EPS of $0.62, compared to $0.53 in 2022 • First Quarter 2023 Adjusted EPS (Non-GAAP) of $0.59, compared to $0.56 in 2022 • Declares quarterly dividend of $0.6125 per share • 2023 GAAP EPS guidance of $3.55 to $3.75; R

May 5, 2023 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): May 5, 2023 Evergy, Inc. (Exact Nam

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): May 5, 2023 Evergy, Inc.

March 14, 2023 EX-4.1

Fifty-First Supplemental Indenture, dated as of March 14, 2023, between Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. and The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, N.A., as trustee (Exhibit 4.1 to Evergy Kansas Central’s Form 8-K filed on March 14, 2023).

EX-4.1 Exhibit 4.1 EVERGY KANSAS CENTRAL, INC. TO THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON TRUST COMPANY, N.A. as Trustee (as Successor to HARRIS TRUST AND SAVINGS BANK) FIFTY-FIRST SUPPLEMENTAL INDENTURE to Original Mortgage Filed with Shawnee County Register of Deeds on July 1, 1939, at Book 778 Page 216 Dated as of March 14, 2023 First Mortgage Bonds, 5.70% Series due 2053 TABLE OF CONTENTS Parties 1 Recita

March 14, 2023 EX-1.1

Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. First Mortgage Bonds, 5.70% Series due 2053 UNDERWRITING AGREEMENT dated March 7, 2023 Regions Securities LLC TD Securities (USA) LLC U.S. Bancorp Investments, Inc. Wells Fargo Securities, LLC

EX-1.1 Exhibit 1.1 Execution Version Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. $400,000,000 First Mortgage Bonds, 5.70% Series due 2053 UNDERWRITING AGREEMENT dated March 7, 2023 Regions Securities LLC TD Securities (USA) LLC U.S. Bancorp Investments, Inc. Wells Fargo Securities, LLC Underwriting Agreement March 7, 2023 Regions Securities LLC TD Securities (USA) LLC U.S. Bancorp Investments, Inc. Wells Fargo Se

March 14, 2023 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 7, 2023

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 7, 2023 Commission File Number Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter, State of Incorporation, Address of Principal Executive Offices and Telephone Number I.R.S. E

March 8, 2023 EX-FILING FEES

Calculation of Filing Fee Table (Form Type) Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Table 1: Newly Registered Securities Security Type Security Class Title Fee Calculation or Carry Forward Rule Amount Regist

EX-FILING FEES Exhibit 107.1 Calculation of Filing Fee Table 424(b)(2) (Form Type) Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Table 1: Newly Registered Securities Security Type Security Class Title Fee Calculation or Carry Forward Rule Amount Registered Proposed Maximum Offering Price Per Unit Maximum Aggregate Offering Price Fee Rate Amount of Registration

March 8, 2023 424B2

Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. $400,000,000 First Mortgage Bonds, 5.70% Series due 2053

424B2 1 d374488d424b2.htm 424B2 Table of Contents Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(2) Registration No. 333-259245-02 PROSPECTUS SUPPLEMENT (To prospectus dated September 1, 2021) Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. $400,000,000 First Mortgage Bonds, 5.70% Series due 2053 Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. is offering $400,000,000 aggregate principal amount of First Mortgage Bonds, 5.70% Series due 2053 (the “bonds”

March 7, 2023 424B5

SUBJECT TO COMPLETION DATED MARCH 7, 2023

424B5 Table of Contents The information in this preliminary prospectus supplement is not complete and may be changed.

March 7, 2023 FWP

Final Term Sheet Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. First Mortgage Bonds, 5.70% Series due 2053 Issuer: Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. Trade Date: March 7, 2023 Settlement Date*: March 14, 2023 (T+5) Expected Ratings**: Moody’s Investors Service, Inc.: A2 (sta

FWP Filed Pursuant to Rule 433 Registration Statement No. 333-259245-02 Dated March 7, 2023 Final Term Sheet Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. First Mortgage Bonds, 5.70% Series due 2053 Issuer: Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. Trade Date: March 7, 2023 Settlement Date*: March 14, 2023 (T+5) Expected Ratings**: Moody’s Investors Service, Inc.: A2 (stable) S&P Global Ratings: A (negative) Title of Securities:

February 24, 2023 EX-21.1

Subsidiaries of Evergy, Inc. (1)

Exhibit 21.1 Subsidiaries of Evergy, Inc. (1) Name of Company State of Incorporation Evergy Metro, Inc. Missouri Evergy Missouri West, Inc. Delaware Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. Kansas Evergy Kansas South, Inc. (2) Kansas (1) Certain subsidiaries of Evergy, Inc. have been omitted pursuant to Item 601(b)(21)(ii) of Regulation S-K. (2) Evergy Kansas South, Inc. is a subsidiary of Evergy Kansas Centra

February 24, 2023 EX-24.1

Power of Attorney

Exhibit 24.1 Power of Attorney KNOW ALL PERSONS BY THESE PRESENTS, that each person whose signature appears below, each of whom is a member of the Board of Directors of Evergy, Inc., a Missouri corporation, constitutes and appoints David A. Campbell, Kirkland B. Andrews and Heather A. Humphrey, and each of them, his or her true and lawful attorneys-in-fact and agents, each acting alone, with full

February 24, 2023 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): February 24, 2023 Evergy, Inc. (Exa

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): February 24, 2023 Evergy, Inc.

February 24, 2023 EX-10.13

Evergy, Inc. Executive Annual Incentive Plan (Effective as of January 1, 2023)

Exhibit 10.13 Evergy, Inc. Executive Annual Incentive Plan (Effective as of January 1, 2023) Objective The Evergy, Inc. (the “Company” or “Evergy”) Executive Annual Incentive Plan (the “Plan”) is designed to motivate and reward officers of Evergy for the achievement of specific key financial, operational and business goals. By providing market-competitive target awards and additional award opportu

February 24, 2023 EX-10.10

EVERGY, INC. 2023 RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AGREEMENT (TIME-BASED VESTING)

Exhibit 10.10 EVERGY, INC. 2023 RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AGREEMENT (TIME-BASED VESTING) THIS RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AGREEMENT (the “Agreement”) is entered into as of [DATE] (the “Grant Date”), by and between Evergy, Inc. (the “Company”) and [NAME] (the “Grantee”). All capitalized terms in this Agreement that are not defined herein shall have the meanings ascribed to such terms in the Company’s Long-Te

February 24, 2023 EX-24.3

Power of Attorney

Exhibit 24.3 Power of Attorney KNOW ALL PERSONS BY THESE PRESENTS, that each person whose signature appears below, each of whom is a member of the Board of Directors of Evergy Metro, Inc., a Missouri corporation, constitutes and appoints David A. Campbell, Kirkland B. Andrews and Heather A. Humphrey, and each of them, his or her true and lawful attorneys-in-fact and agents, each acting alone, with

February 24, 2023 EX-10.26

EVERGY, INC. NONQUALIFIED DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN (As Amended and Restated Effective January 1, 2023)

Exhibit 10.26 EVERGY, INC. NONQUALIFIED DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN (As Amended and Restated Effective January 1, 2023) CORE/0505889.0015/138536929.9 EVERGY, INC. NONQUALIFIED DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN (As amended and restated January 1, 2023) Background and Purpose Kansas City Power & Light Company ("KCPL") adopted the Kansas City Power & Light Supplemental Executive Retirement and Deferred Compe

February 24, 2023 EX-24.2

Power of Attorney

Exhibit 24.2 Power of Attorney KNOW ALL PERSONS BY THESE PRESENTS, that each person whose signature appears below, each of whom is a member of the Board of Directors of Evergy Kansas Central, Inc., a Kansas corporation, constitutes and appoints David A. Campbell, Kirkland B. Andrews and Heather A. Humphrey, and each of them, his or her true and lawful attorneys-in-fact and agents, each acting alon

February 24, 2023 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2022 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTI

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2022 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Exact name of registrant as specified in

February 24, 2023 EX-99.1

Evergy, Inc Consolidated Earnings and Diluted Earnings Per Share Earnings (Loss) Earnings (Loss) per Diluted Share Earnings (Loss) Earnings (Loss) per Diluted Share Three Months Ended December 31 2022 2021 (millions, except per share amounts) Net inc

EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Evergy Announces 2022 Results, Declares Quarterly Dividend and Issues 2023 Guidance • 2022 GAAP EPS of $3.27, compared to $3.83 in 2021 • 2022 Adjusted EPS (Non-GAAP) of $3.71, compared to $3.46 in 2021 • 2023 GAAP and Adjusted (Non-GAAP) EPS guidance of $3.55 to $3.75 • Declares quarterly dividend of $0.6125 per share • Updates five-year $11

February 24, 2023 EX-10.9

EVERGY, INC. 2023 RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AGREEMENT (PERFORMANCE-BASED VESTING)

Exhibit 10.9 EVERGY, INC. 2023 RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AGREEMENT (PERFORMANCE-BASED VESTING) THIS RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AGREEMENT (the “Agreement”) is entered into as of [DATE] (the “Grant Date”), by and between Evergy, Inc. (the “Company”) and [NAME] (the “Grantee”). All capitalized terms in this Agreement that are not defined herein shall have the meanings ascribed to such terms in the Company’s L

November 4, 2022 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): November 4, 2022 Evergy, Inc.

November 4, 2022 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2022 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2022 or ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Exact name of registrant as spec

November 4, 2022 EX-99.1

Evergy Announces Third Quarter 2022 Results

Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Evergy Announces Third Quarter 2022 Results ?Third quarter 2022 GAAP earnings per share (EPS) of $1.86, Adjusted EPS (Non-GAAP) of $2.01 ?Increases quarterly dividend 7%, to $0.6125 per share, annualized to $2.45 ?Revises 2022 GAAP EPS guidance range to $3.33 to $3.43, revises Adjusted EPS (Non-GAAP) guidance range to $3.53 to $3.63 from $3.43 to $3.

August 4, 2022 EX-99.1

Evergy Announces Second Quarter 2022 Results, Declares Quarterly Dividend, and Reaffirms 2022 Adjusted EPS Guidance Range

Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Evergy Announces Second Quarter 2022 Results, Declares Quarterly Dividend, and Reaffirms 2022 Adjusted EPS Guidance Range ?Second quarter 2022 GAAP earnings per share (EPS) of $0.84, Adjusted EPS (Non-GAAP) of $0.86 ?Company declares quarterly dividend of $0.5725 per share ?2022 GAAP EPS guidance range of $3.37 to $3.57, Reaffirms adjusted EPS (Non-G

August 4, 2022 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2022 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO S

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2022 or ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Exact name of registrant as specified

August 4, 2022 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): August 4, 2022 Evergy, Inc.

July 1, 2022 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): July 1, 2022 Evergy, Inc.

May 5, 2022 EX-99.1

Evergy Announces First Quarter 2022 Results, Declares Quarterly Dividend, and Reaffirms 2022 Adjusted EPS Guidance

EX-99.1 2 ex991evergy1q2022earningsp.htm EX-99.1 1Q2022 EARNINGS RELEASE Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Evergy Announces First Quarter 2022 Results, Declares Quarterly Dividend, and Reaffirms 2022 Adjusted EPS Guidance •First quarter 2022 GAAP EPS of $0.53, compared to $0.84 in 2021 •First quarter 2022 Adjusted EPS (Non-GAAP) of $0.58, compared to $0.55 in 2021 •Declares quarterly

May 5, 2022 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2022 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2022 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Exact name of registrant as specifie

May 5, 2022 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): May 5, 2022 Evergy, Inc.

February 25, 2022 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTI

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ? ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021 or ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Exact name of registrant as specified in

February 25, 2022 EX-10.20

EVERGY, INC. 2022 RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AGREEMENT (TIME-BASED VESTING)

Exhibit 10.20 EVERGY, INC. 2022 RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AGREEMENT (TIME-BASED VESTING) THIS RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AGREEMENT (the ?Agreement?) is entered into as of [DATE] (the ?Grant Date?), by and between Evergy, Inc. (the ?Company?) and [NAME] (the ?Grantee?). All capitalized terms in this Agreement that are not defined herein shall have the meanings ascribed to such terms in the Company?s Long-Te

February 25, 2022 EX-10.21

Evergy, Inc. Executive Annual Incentive Plan (Effective as of January 1, 2022)

Exhibit 10.21 Evergy, Inc. Executive Annual Incentive Plan (Effective as of January 1, 2022) Objective The Evergy, Inc. (the ?Company? or ?Evergy?) Executive Annual Incentive Plan (the ?Plan?) is designed to motivate and reward officers of Evergy for the achievement of specific key financial, operational and business goals. By providing market-competitive target awards and additional award opportu

February 25, 2022 EX-99.1

Evergy, Inc Consolidated Earnings and Diluted Earnings Per Share (Unaudited) Earnings (Loss) Earnings (Loss) per Diluted Share Earnings (Loss) Earnings (Loss) per Diluted Share Three Months Ended December 31 2021 2020 (millions, except per share amou

Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Evergy Announces 2021 Results, Declares Quarterly Dividend, and Reaffirms 2022 Guidance ?2021 GAAP EPS of $3.83, compared to $2.72 in 2020 ?2021 Adjusted EPS (Non-GAAP) of $3.54, compared to $3.10 in 2020 ?Declares quarterly dividend of $0.5725 per share ?Reaffirms 2022 EPS guidance of $3.43 to $3.63 ?Updates five-year $10.7B capital plan through 202

February 25, 2022 EX-24.2

Power of Attorney

Exhibit 24.2 Power of Attorney KNOW ALL PERSONS BY THESE PRESENTS, that each person whose signature appears below, each of whom is a member of the Board of Directors of Evergy Kansas Central, Inc., a Kansas corporation, constitutes and appoints David A. Campbell, Kirkland B. Andrews and Heather A. Humphrey, and each of them, his or her true and lawful attorneys-in-fact and agents, each acting alon

February 25, 2022 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): February 25, 2022 Evergy, Inc.

February 25, 2022 EX-24.3

Power of Attorney

Exhibit 24.3 Power of Attorney KNOW ALL PERSONS BY THESE PRESENTS, that each person whose signature appears below, each of whom is a member of the Board of Directors of Evergy Metro, Inc., a Missouri corporation, constitutes and appoints David A. Campbell, Kirkland B. Andrews and Heather A. Humphrey, and each of them, his or her true and lawful attorneys-in-fact and agents, each acting alone, with

February 25, 2022 EX-10.19

EVERGY, INC. 2022 RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AGREEMENT (PERFORMANCE-BASED VESTING)

Exhibit 10.19 EVERGY, INC. 2022 RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AGREEMENT (PERFORMANCE-BASED VESTING) THIS RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AGREEMENT (the ?Agreement?) is entered into as of [DATE] (the ?Grant Date?), by and between Evergy, Inc. (the ?Company?) and [NAME] (the ?Grantee?). All capitalized terms in this Agreement that are not defined herein shall have the meanings ascribed to such terms in the Company?s

February 25, 2022 EX-24.1

Power of Attorney

Exhibit 24.1 Power of Attorney KNOW ALL PERSONS BY THESE PRESENTS, that each person whose signature appears below, each of whom is a member of the Board of Directors of Evergy, Inc., a Missouri corporation, constitutes and appoints David A. Campbell, Kirkland B. Andrews and Heather A. Humphrey, and each of them, his or her true and lawful attorneys-in-fact and agents, each acting alone, with full

February 25, 2022 EX-21.1

Subsidiaries of Evergy, Inc. (1)

Exhibit 21.1 Subsidiaries of Evergy, Inc. (1) Name of Company State of Incorporation Evergy Metro, Inc. Missouri Evergy Missouri West, Inc. Delaware Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. Kansas Evergy Kansas South, Inc. (2) Kansas (1) Certain subsidiaries of Evergy, Inc. have been omitted pursuant to Item 601(b)(21)(ii) of Regulation S-K. (2) Evergy Kansas South, Inc. is a subsidiary of Evergy Kansas Centra

November 3, 2021 EX-99.1

Evergy Announces Third Quarter 2021 Results

Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Evergy Announces Third Quarter 2021 Results ?Third quarter 2021 GAAP EPS of $1.95; Adjusted EPS (Non-GAAP) of $1.98 ?Increasing quarterly dividend 7%, to $0.5725 per share, annualized to $2.29 ?Raising and narrowing 2021 GAAP EPS Guidance to $3.71 to $3.81; Adjusted EPS Guidance to $3.50 to $3.60 KANSAS CITY, MO., November 3, 2021 ? Evergy, Inc. (NYS

November 3, 2021 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): November 3, 2021 Evergy, Inc.

November 3, 2021 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2021 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2021 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Exact name of registrant as spec

September 1, 2021 EX-23.3.1

CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM

Exhibit 23.3.1 CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM We consent to the incorporation by reference in this Registration Statement on Form S-3 of our reports dated February 26, 2021, relating to the consolidated financial statements of Evergy Metro, Inc. and subsidiaries, appearing in the Annual Report on Form 10-K of Evergy, Inc. for the year ended December 31, 2020. We also cons

September 1, 2021 EX-25.3.1

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM T-1 STATEMENT OF ELIGIBILITY UNDER THE TRUST INDENTURE ACT OF 1939 OF A CORPORATION DESIGNATED TO ACT AS TRUSTEE

Exhibit 25.3.1 SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM T-1 STATEMENT OF ELIGIBILITY UNDER THE TRUST INDENTURE ACT OF 1939 OF A CORPORATION DESIGNATED TO ACT AS TRUSTEE ? Check if an Application to Determine Eligibility of a Trustee Pursuant to Section 305(b)(2) UMB BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION (Exact name of Trustee as specified in its charter) 44-0201230 I.R.S. Employer Ident

September 1, 2021 EX-23.1.1

CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM

EX-23.1.1 Exhibit 23.1.1 CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM We consent to the incorporation by reference in this Registration Statement on Form S-3 of our reports dated February 26, 2021, relating to the consolidated financial statements of Evergy, Inc. and subsidiaries, and the effectiveness of Evergy, Inc. and subsidiaries’ internal control over financial reporting, appeari

September 1, 2021 EX-5.2.2

ATLANTA AUSTIN BANGKOK BEIJING BOSTON BRUSSELS CHARLOTTE DALLAS DUBAI HOUSTON LONDON LOS ANGELES MIAMI NEW YORK NORFOLK RICHMOND SAN FRANCISCO THE WOODLANDS TOKYO TYSONS WASHINGTON, DC

Exhibit 5.2.2 HUNTON ANDREWS KURTH LLP 200 PARK AVENUE NEW YORK, NY 10166-0005 TEL 212 ? 309 ? 1000 FAX 212 ? 309 ? 1100 FILE NO: 011053.0000015 September 1, 2021 Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. 818 South Kansas Avenue Topeka, Kansas 66612 Re: Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. Registration Statement on Form S-3 Ladies and Gentlemen: We have served as special counsel to Evergy Kansas Central, Inc., a Kansas

September 1, 2021 EX-5.3.2

ATLANTA AUSTIN BANGKOK BEIJING BOSTON BRUSSELS CHARLOTTE DALLAS DUBAI HOUSTON LONDON LOS ANGELES MIAMI NEW YORK NORFOLK RICHMOND SAN FRANCISCO THE WOODLANDS TOKYO TYSONS WASHINGTON, DC

Exhibit 5.3.2 HUNTON ANDREWS KURTH LLP 200 PARK AVENUE NEW YORK, NY 10166-0005 TEL 212 ? 309 ? 1000 FAX 212 ? 309 ? 1100 FILE NO: 011053.0000015 September 1, 2021 Evergy Metro, Inc. 1200 Main Street Kansas City, Missouri 64105 Re:?? Evergy Metro, Inc. Registration Statement on Form S-3 Ladies and Gentlemen: We have served as special counsel to Evergy Metro, Inc., a Missouri corporation (the ?Compa

September 1, 2021 EX-25.2.3

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C.20549 FORM T-1 STATEMENT OF ELIGIBILITY UNDER THE TRUST INDENTURE ACT OF 1939 OF A CORPORATION DESIGNATED TO ACT AS TRUSTEE

Exhibit 25.2.3 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C.20549 FORM T-1 STATEMENT OF ELIGIBILITY UNDER THE TRUST INDENTURE ACT OF 1939 OF A CORPORATION DESIGNATED TO ACT AS TRUSTEE ? CHECK IF AN APPLICATION TO DETERMINE ELIGIBILITY OF A TRUSTEE PURSUANT TO SECTION 305(b)(2) DEUTSCHE BANK TRUST COMPANY AMERICAS (formerly BANKERS TRUST COMPANY) (Exact name of trustee as specif

September 1, 2021 EX-5.2.1

September 1, 2021

Exhibit 5.2.1 September 1, 2021 Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. 818 South Kansas Avenue Topeka, Kansas 66612 Re: Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. Registration Statement on Form S-3 Ladies and Gentlemen: I have served as Corporate Counsel and Assistant Secretary to Evergy Kansas Central, Inc., a Kansas corporation (the ?Company?), in connection with the Registration Statement on Form S-3 (the ?Registration

September 1, 2021 EX-24.3.1

Power of Attorney

Exhibit 24.3.1 Power of Attorney KNOW ALL PERSONS BY THESE PRESENTS, that each person whose signature appears below, each of whom is a member of the Board of Directors of Evergy Metro, Inc., a Missouri corporation (?Evergy?), constitutes and appoints David A. Campbell, Kirkland B. Andrews and Heather A. Humphrey, and each of them, his or her true and lawful attorneys-in-fact and agents, each actin

September 1, 2021 EX-25.3.2

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM T-1 STATEMENT OF ELIGIBILITY UNDER THE TRUST INDENTURE ACT OF 1939 OF A CORPORATION DESIGNATED TO ACT AS TRUSTEE

Exhibit 25.3.2 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM T-1 STATEMENT OF ELIGIBILITY UNDER THE TRUST INDENTURE ACT OF 1939 OF A CORPORATION DESIGNATED TO ACT AS TRUSTEE ? CHECK IF AN APPLICATION TO DETERMINE ELIGIBILITY OF A TRUSTEE PURSUANT TO SECTION 305(b)(2) THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON TRUST COMPANY, N.A. (Exact name of trustee as specified in its charter) 9

September 1, 2021 EX-25.2.2

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM T-1 STATEMENT OF ELIGIBILITY UNDER THE TRUST INDENTURE ACT OF 1939 OF A CORPORATION DESIGNATED TO ACT AS TRUSTEE

Exhibit 25.2.2 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM T-1 STATEMENT OF ELIGIBILITY UNDER THE TRUST INDENTURE ACT OF 1939 OF A CORPORATION DESIGNATED TO ACT AS TRUSTEE ? CHECK IF AN APPLICATION TO DETERMINE ELIGIBILITY OF A TRUSTEE PURSUANT TO SECTION 305(b)(2) THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON TRUST COMPANY, N.A. (Exact name of trustee as specified in its charter) 9

September 1, 2021 EX-5.3.1

September 1, 2021

Exhibit 5.3.1 September 1, 2021 Evergy Metro, Inc. 1200 Main Street Kansas City, Missouri 64105 Re:?? Evergy Metro, Inc. Registration Statement on Form S-3 Ladies and Gentlemen: I have served as Corporate Counsel and Assistant Secretary to Evergy Metro, Inc., a Missouri corporation (the ?Company?), in connection with the Registration Statement on Form S-3 (the ?Registration Statement?) to be filed

September 1, 2021 EX-5.1.2

ATLANTA AUSTIN BANGKOK BEIJING BOSTON BRUSSELS CHARLOTTE DALLAS DUBAI HOUSTON LONDON LOS ANGELES MIAMI NEW YORK NORFOLK RICHMOND SAN FRANCISCO THE WOODLANDS TOKYO TYSONS WASHINGTON, DC

Exhibit 5.1.2 HUNTON ANDREWS KURTH LLP 200 PARK AVENUE NEW YORK, NY 10166-0005 TEL 212 ? 309 ? 1000 FAX 212 ? 309 ? 1100 FILE NO: 011053.0000015 September 1, 2021 Evergy, Inc. 1200 Main Street Kansas City, Missouri 64105 Re: Evergy, Inc. Registration Statement on Form S-3 Ladies and Gentlemen: We have served as special counsel to Evergy, Inc., a Missouri corporation (the ?Company?), in connection

September 1, 2021 EX-5.1.1

September 1, 2021

Exhibit 5.1.1 September 1, 2021 Evergy, Inc. 1200 Main Street Kansas City, Missouri 64105 Re: Evergy, Inc. Registration Statement on Form S-3 Ladies and Gentlemen: I have served as Corporate Counsel and Assistant Secretary to Evergy, Inc., a Missouri corporation (the ?Company?), in connection with the Registration Statement on Form S-3 (the ?Registration Statement?) to be filed with the Securities

September 1, 2021 EX-24.2.1

Power of Attorney

EX-24.2.1 12 d223801dex2421.htm EX-24.2.1 Exhibit 24.2.1 Power of Attorney KNOW ALL PERSONS BY THESE PRESENTS, that each person whose signature appears below, each of whom is a member of the Board of Directors of Evergy Kansas Central, Inc., a Kansas corporation (“Evergy”), constitutes and appoints David A. Campbell, Kirkland B. Andrews and Heather A. Humphrey, and each of them, his or her true an

September 1, 2021 EX-25.1.2

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM T-1 STATEMENT OF ELIGIBILITY UNDER THE TRUST INDENTURE ACT OF 1939 OF A CORPORATION DESIGNATED TO ACT AS TRUSTEE

Exhibit 25.1.2 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM T-1 STATEMENT OF ELIGIBILITY UNDER THE TRUST INDENTURE ACT OF 1939 OF A CORPORATION DESIGNATED TO ACT AS TRUSTEE ? CHECK IF AN APPLICATION TO DETERMINE ELIGIBILITY OF A TRUSTEE PURSUANT TO SECTION 305(b)(2) THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON TRUST COMPANY, N.A. (Exact name of trustee as specified in its charter) 9

September 1, 2021 S-3ASR

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on September 1, 2021.

Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on September 1, 2021.

September 1, 2021 EX-24.1.1

Power of Attorney

EX-24.1.1 11 d223801dex2411.htm EX-24.1.1 Exhibit 24.1.1 Power of Attorney KNOW ALL PERSONS BY THESE PRESENTS, that each person whose signature appears below, each of whom is a member of the Board of Directors of Evergy, Inc., a Missouri corporation (“Evergy”), constitutes and appoints David A. Campbell, Kirkland B. Andrews and Heather A. Humphrey, and each of them, his or her true and lawful atto

September 1, 2021 EX-25.2.1

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM T-1 STATEMENT OF ELIGIBILITY UNDER THE TRUST INDENTURE ACT OF 1939 OF A CORPORATION DESIGNATED TO ACT AS TRUSTEE

Exhibit 25.2.1 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM T-1 STATEMENT OF ELIGIBILITY UNDER THE TRUST INDENTURE ACT OF 1939 OF A CORPORATION DESIGNATED TO ACT AS TRUSTEE ? CHECK IF AN APPLICATION TO DETERMINE ELIGIBILITY OF A TRUSTEE PURSUANT TO SECTION 305(b)(2) THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON TRUST COMPANY, N.A. (Exact name of trustee as specified in its charter) 9

September 1, 2021 EX-25.1.1

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM T-1 STATEMENT OF ELIGIBILITY UNDER THE TRUST INDENTURE ACT OF 1939 OF A CORPORATION DESIGNATED TO ACT AS TRUSTEE

Exhibit 25.1.1 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM T-1 STATEMENT OF ELIGIBILITY UNDER THE TRUST INDENTURE ACT OF 1939 OF A CORPORATION DESIGNATED TO ACT AS TRUSTEE ? CHECK IF AN APPLICATION TO DETERMINE ELIGIBILITY OF A TRUSTEE PURSUANT TO SECTION 305(b)(2) THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON TRUST COMPANY, N.A. (Exact name of trustee as specified in its charter) 9

September 1, 2021 EX-23.2.1

CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM

Exhibit 23.2.1 CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM We consent to the incorporation by reference in this Registration Statement on Form S-3 of our report dated February 26, 2021, relating to the consolidated financial statements of Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. and subsidiaries, appearing in the Annual Report on Form 10-K of Evergy, Inc. for the year ended December 31, 2020. We a

August 31, 2021 EX-10.1

$2,500,000,000 AMENDED AND RESTATED CREDIT AGREEMENT dated as of August 31, 2021, by and among EVERGY, INC., EVERGY MISSOURI WEST, INC. (FORMERLY KCP&L GREATER MISSOURI OPERATIONS COMPANY), EVERGY METRO, INC. (FORMERLY KANSAS CITY POWER & LIGHT COMPA

Exhibit 10.1 $2,500,000,000 AMENDED AND RESTATED CREDIT AGREEMENT dated as of August 31, 2021, by and among EVERGY, INC., EVERGY MISSOURI WEST, INC. (FORMERLY KCP&L GREATER MISSOURI OPERATIONS COMPANY), EVERGY METRO, INC. (FORMERLY KANSAS CITY POWER & LIGHT COMPANY), EVERGY KANSAS CENTRAL, INC. (FORMERLY WESTAR ENERGY, INC.), as Borrowers, the lenders referred to herein, as Lenders, and WELLS FARG

August 31, 2021 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): August 31, 2021 Evergy, Inc.

August 12, 2021 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): August 12, 2021 Evergy, Inc.

August 5, 2021 EX-99.1

Evergy Announces 2021 Second Quarter Results

EX-99.1 2 ex991evergy2q2021earningsp.htm EX-99.1 2Q2021 EARNINGS RELEASE Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Evergy Announces 2021 Second Quarter Results •GAAP EPS of $0.81; Adjusted EPS (Non-GAAP) of $0.85 •Declares quarterly dividend of $0.535 •Reaffirms 2021 adjusted earnings guidance KANSAS CITY, MO., August 5, 2021 – Evergy, Inc. (NYSE: EVRG) today announced second quarter 2021 ea

August 5, 2021 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2021 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO S

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2021 or ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Exact name of registrant as specified

August 5, 2021 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): August 5, 2021 Evergy, Inc.

May 6, 2021 EX-10.14

Evergy, Inc. Summary of Non-Employee Director Compensation Effective May 4, 2021

EX-10.14 2 exhibit1014non-employeedir.htm EX-10.14 Exhibit 10.14 Evergy, Inc. Summary of Non-Employee Director Compensation Effective May 4, 2021 Amount Cash — Retainer (Paid Quarterly) Annual Retainer $115,000 Non-Executive Chair Retainer $55,000 Lead Director Retainer $30,000 Audit Committee Chair Retainer $20,000 Compensation and Leadership Development Committee Chair Retainer $20,000 Nominatin

May 6, 2021 10-Q

Quarterly Report - 10-Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2021 or ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Exact name of registrant as specifie

May 6, 2021 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): May 6, 2021 Evergy, Inc.

May 6, 2021 EX-99.1

Evergy Announces 2021 First Quarter Results

Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Evergy Announces 2021 First Quarter Results ?GAAP EPS of $0.84; Adjusted EPS (Non-GAAP) of $0.55 ?Declares quarterly dividend of $0.535 ?Raises 2021 GAAP earnings guidance; affirms 2021 adjusted earnings guidance KANSAS CITY, MO., May 6, 2021 ? Evergy, Inc. (NYSE: EVRG) today announced first quarter 2021 earnings of $192 million, or $0.84 per share,

April 14, 2021 EX-10.1

REGISTRATION RIGHTS AGREEMENT by and between Evergy, Inc. BEP Special Situations V LLC Dated as of April 14, 2021

EX-10.1 2 ex101registrationrightsagr.htm EX-10.1 REGISTRATION RIGHTS AGREEMENT Exhibit 10.1 REGISTRATION RIGHTS AGREEMENT by and between Evergy, Inc. and BEP Special Situations V LLC Dated as of April 14, 2021 TABLE OF CONTENTS Section 1. Certain Definitions 1 Section 2. Demand Registration 4 Section 3. Piggyback Registrations 6 Section 4. S-3 Shelf Registration 8 Section 5. Suspension Periods 9 S

April 14, 2021 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): April 14, 2021 Evergy, Inc.

April 14, 2021 EX-10.2

WARRANT No. 1 to purchase Shares of Common Stock EVERGY, INC. a Missouri Corporation

EX-10.2 3 ex102warrantno1issued41420.htm EX-10.2 WARRANT NO 1 Exhibit 10.2 THE SECURITIES REPRESENTED BY THIS INSTRUMENT HAVE NOT BEEN REGISTERED UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933, AS AMENDED, OR THE SECURITIES LAWS OF ANY STATE AND MAY NOT BE TRANSFERRED, SOLD OR OTHERWISE DISPOSED OF EXCEPT WHILE A REGISTRATION STATEMENT RELATING THERETO IS IN EFFECT UNDER SUCH ACT AND APPLICABLE STATE SECURITIES

February 26, 2021 EX-10.2

Article I PURCHASE: CLOSING

EX-10.2 3 ex102securitiespurchaseagr.htm EX-10.2 Exhibit 10.2 SECURITIES PURCHASE AGREEMENT, dated February 25, 2021 (this “Agreement”), between Evergy, Inc., a Missouri corporation (the “Company”), and BEP Special Situations V LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (the “Investor”). RECITALS: A.The Company. As of the date hereof, the Company has 600,000,000 authorized shares of Common Stock, n

February 26, 2021 EX-10.31

Form of Time-Based Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement for Kirkland Andrews.

Exhibit 10.31 EVERGY, INC. RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AGREEMENT (TIME-BASED VESTING) THIS RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AGREEMENT (the ?Agreement?) is entered into as of February 22, 2021 (the ?Grant Date?), by and between Evergy, Inc. (the ?Company?) and Kirkland B. Andrews (the ?Grantee?). All capitalized terms in this Agreement that are not defined herein shall have the meanings ascribed to such terms in th

February 26, 2021 EX-24.1

Powers of Attorney.

Exhibit 24.1 Power of Attorney KNOW ALL PERSONS BY THESE PRESENTS, that each person whose signature appears below, each of whom is a member of the Board of Directors of Evergy, Inc., a Missouri corporation, constitutes and appoints David A. Campbell, Kirkland B. Andrews and Heather A. Humphrey, and each of them, his or her true and lawful attorneys-in-fact and agents, each acting alone, with full

February 26, 2021 EX-99.1

Evergy Announces 2020 Results at Top End of Guidance Range, Declares Quarterly Dividend, and Issues 2021 Outlook

EX-99.1 2 ex991evergy4q2020earningsp.htm EX-99.1 PRESS RELEASE Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Evergy Announces 2020 Results at Top End of Guidance Range, Declares Quarterly Dividend, and Issues 2021 Outlook •2020 GAAP EPS of $2.72, compared with $2.79 in 2019; Adjusted EPS (Non-GAAP) of $3.10, an increase of 7% vs 2019 •Declares quarterly dividend of $0.535 •Issues 2021 GAAP EPS g

February 26, 2021 EX-21.1

List of Subsidiaries.

Exhibit 21.1 Subsidiaries of Evergy, Inc. (1) Name of Company State of Incorporation Evergy Metro, Inc. Missouri Evergy Missouri West, Inc. Delaware Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. Kansas Evergy Kansas South, Inc. (2) Kansas (1) Certain subsidiaries of Evergy, Inc. have been omitted pursuant to Item 601(b)(21)(ii) of Regulation S-K. (2) Evergy Kansas South, Inc. is a subsidiary of Evergy Kansas Centra

February 26, 2021 EX-10.21

Form of Evergy, Inc. 2021 Performance-Based Restricted Stock Unit Agreement.

Exhibit 10.21 EVERGY, INC. 2021 RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AGREEMENT (PERFORMANCE-BASED VESTING) THIS RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AGREEMENT (the ?Agreement?) is entered into as of [DATE] (the ?Grant Date?), by and between Evergy, Inc. (the ?Company?) and [NAME] (the ?Grantee?). All capitalized terms in this Agreement that are not defined herein shall have the meanings ascribed to such terms in the Company?s

February 26, 2021 EX-99.1

Evergy Appoints Utility Industry Veteran C. John Wilder and Former U.S. Senator Mary L. Landrieu to Board of Directors Reaches Agreement with Bluescape Energy Partners and Elliott Investment Management Reaffirms Commitment to Sustainability Transform

EX-99.1 4 ex991pressrelease.htm EX-99.1 PRESS RELEASE Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Evergy Appoints Utility Industry Veteran C. John Wilder and Former U.S. Senator Mary L. Landrieu to Board of Directors Reaches Agreement with Bluescape Energy Partners and Elliott Investment Management Reaffirms Commitment to Sustainability Transformation Plan (STP) and Expected 6% to 8% EPS CAGR

February 26, 2021 10-K

Annual Report - 10-K

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ? ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2020 or ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Exact name of registrant as specified in

February 26, 2021 EX-24.2

Powers of Attorney.

Exhibit 24.2 Power of Attorney KNOW ALL PERSONS BY THESE PRESENTS, that each person whose signature appears below, each of whom is a member of the Board of Directors of Evergy Kansas Central, Inc., a Kansas corporation, constitutes and appoints David A. Campbell, Kirkland B. Andrews and Heather A. Humphrey, and each of them, his or her true and lawful attorneys-in-fact and agents, each acting alon

February 26, 2021 EX-10.42

Summary of Evergy, Inc. Non-Employee Director Compensation

Exhibit 10.42 Evergy, Inc. Summary of Non-Employee Director Compensation New Amount Cash - Retainer (Paid Quarterly) Annual Retainer $100,000 Non-Executive Chair Retainer $55,000 Lead Director Retainer $25,000 Audit Committee Chair Retainer $20,000 Compensation and Leadership Development Committee Chair Retainer $20,000 Nominating, Governance, and Corporate Responsibility Committee Chair Retainer

February 26, 2021 EX-10.1

[Signature page follows]

Exhibit 10.1 AGREEMENT This Agreement (this ?Agreement?), dated as of February 25, 2021, is by and between Bluescape Energy Partners, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (the ?Investor?), and Evergy, Inc., a Missouri corporation (the ?Company?). In consideration of and reliance upon the mutual covenants and agreements contained in this Agreement, and for other good and valuable consideration

February 26, 2021 EX-10.22

Form of Evergy, Inc. 2021 Time-Based Restricted Stock Unit Agreement.

Exhibit 10.22 EVERGY, INC. 2021 RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AGREEMENT (TIME-BASED VESTING) THIS RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AGREEMENT (the ?Agreement?) is entered into as of [DATE] (the ?Grant Date?), by and between Evergy, Inc. (the ?Company?) and [NAME] (the ?Grantee?). All capitalized terms in this Agreement that are not defined herein shall have the meanings ascribed to such terms in the Company?s Long-Te

February 26, 2021 EX-24.3

Powers of Attorney.

Exhibit 24.3 Power of Attorney KNOW ALL PERSONS BY THESE PRESENTS, that each person whose signature appears below, each of whom is a member of the Board of Directors of Evergy Metro, Inc., a Missouri corporation, constitutes and appoints David A. Campbell, Kirkland B. Andrews and Heather A. Humphrey, and each of them, his or her true and lawful attorneys-in-fact and agents, each acting alone, with

February 26, 2021 EX-99.1

Evergy Announces 2020 Results at Top End of Guidance Range, Declares Quarterly Dividend, and Issues 2021 Outlook

EX-99.1 2 ex991evergy4q2020earningsp.htm EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Evergy Announces 2020 Results at Top End of Guidance Range, Declares Quarterly Dividend, and Issues 2021 Outlook •2020 GAAP EPS of $2.72, compared with $2.79 in 2019; Adjusted EPS (Non-GAAP) of $3.10, an increase of 7% vs 2019 •Declares quarterly dividend of $0.535 •Issues 2021 GAAP EPS guidance of $3.

February 26, 2021 8-K/A

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K/A (Amendment No.

February 26, 2021 EX-10.27

Evergy, Inc. 2021 Annual Incentive Plan.

Exhibit 10.27 EVERGY, INC. Executive Annual Incentive Plan Effective as of January 1, 2021 Objective The Evergy, Inc. (the ?Company? or ?Evergy?) Executive Annual Incentive Plan (the ?Plan?) is designed to motivate and reward officers of Evergy for the achievement of specific key financial, operational and business goals. By providing market-competitive target awards and additional award opportuni

February 26, 2021 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): February 26, 2021 Evergy, Inc.

February 26, 2021 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): February 26, 2021 Evergy, Inc.

February 26, 2021 EX-4.64

Description of Securities.

Exhibit 4.64 DESCRIPTION OF THE REGISTRANTS? SECURITIES REGISTERED PURSUANT TO SECTION 12 OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 EVERGY, INC. Evergy, Inc. has one class of securities registered under Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended: shares of common stock, without par value. Description of Common Stock of Evergy, Inc. The following descriptions of our common stock and

February 4, 2021 EX-99.1

Evergy Appoints Kirkland B. Andrews Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Evergy Appoints Kirkland B. Andrews Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Andrews Brings Deep Expertise and a Demonstrated Track Record in Financial Leadership, Capital Allocation, Performance Management, Renewables Strategy, and Corporate Transformation Kansas City, MO – February 4, 2021 – Evergy, Inc. (NYSE: EVRG) today announced Kirk Andrews will become

February 4, 2021 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): February 4, 2021 Evergy, Inc.

February 4, 2021 EX-10.1

January 30, 2021

Exhibit 10.1 January 30, 2021 Mr. Kirkland B. Andrews [Confidential Address Information Omitted] Dear Kirk: On behalf of Evergy, Inc. (the “Company”), I am pleased to offer you the position of Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of the Company, reporting to me. Your employment with the Company will commence as soon as practicable, but we hope that you will be able to join us no la

January 8, 2021 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): January 6, 2021 Evergy, Inc.

January 8, 2021 EX-99.1

Evergy Chief Financial Officer Tony Somma to Leave the Company Search to be Initiated for Successor

EX-99.1 2 ex99101082021pressrelease.htm EX-99.1 PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Evergy Chief Financial Officer Tony Somma to Leave the Company Search to be Initiated for Successor KANSAS CITY, Mo.—January 8, 2021—Evergy, Inc. (NYSE: EVRG) today announced that after 27 years of service to the Company and its predecessor, Westar Energy, Tony Somma has informed the Board of Directors that he will

December 22, 2020 8-K/A

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K/A (Amendment No.

December 22, 2020 EX-10.3

Form of Time-Based Restricted Stock Award Agreement for David A. Campbell.

EX-10.3 3 ex103time-basedrestricteds.htm EX-10.3 TIME-BASED RSA AGREEMENT Ex. 10.3 EVERGY, INC. RESTRICTED STOCK AWARD AGREEMENT (TIME-BASED VESTING) THIS RESTRICTED STOCK AWARD AGREEMENT (the “Agreement”) is entered into as of January 4, 2021 (the “Grant Date”), by and between Evergy, Inc. (the “Company”) and David A. Campbell (the “Grantee”). All capitalized terms in this Agreement that are not

December 22, 2020 EX-10.1

Form of David A. Campbell Change-in-Control Severance Agreement.

Ex. 10.1 CHANGE IN CONTROL SEVERANCE AGREEMENT THIS CHANGE IN CONTROL SEVERANCE AGREEMENT is dated as of January 4, 2021, between Evergy, Inc., a Missouri corporation (“Evergy”), and David Campbell (“Executive”). RECITALS A. Executive is a valued employee of Evergy or a subsidiary thereof (collectively, the “Company”). B. The Board believes that it is in the best interests of the Company and its s

December 8, 2020 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): December 8, 2020 (December 3, 2020) Evergy, Inc.

December 8, 2020 EX-10.1

December 3, 2020

Exhibit 10.1 December 3, 2020 Mr. David Campbell [Confidential Address Information Omitted] Dear David: On behalf of Evergy, Inc. (the “Company”), I am pleased to offer you the position of President and Chief Executive Officer of the Company, reporting to the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”), working at the Company’s headquarters located at 1200 Main Street in Kansas City, Missouri. Your

December 8, 2020 EX-99.1

Evergy Appoints David A. Campbell as President, Chief Executive Officer and Board Member Campbell Brings Decades of Results-oriented Leadership, Demonstrated Financial and Operational Acumen and a Deep Knowledge of Utility Industry Dynamics

Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Evergy Appoints David A. Campbell as President, Chief Executive Officer and Board Member Campbell Brings Decades of Results-oriented Leadership, Demonstrated Financial and Operational Acumen and a Deep Knowledge of Utility Industry Dynamics Kansas City, MO – December 8, 2020 – Evergy, Inc. (NYSE: EVRG) today announced that its Board of Directors has unanimously a

November 5, 2020 10-Q

Quarterly Report - 10-Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2020 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Exact name of registrant as spec

November 5, 2020 EX-99.1

Evergy, Inc. Consolidated Earnings and Diluted Earnings Per Share (Unaudited) Earnings (Loss) Earnings (Loss) per Diluted Share Earnings (Loss) Earnings (Loss) per Diluted Share Three Months Ended September 30 2020 2019 (millions, except per share am

Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Evergy Announces 2020 Third Quarter Results •GAAP EPS of $1.60; Adjusted EPS (Non-GAAP) of $1.73 •Increase quarterly dividend 6%, to $0.535 per share, annualized to $2.14 •Narrows 2020 GAAP EPS Guidance to $2.58 to $2.73; Adjusted EPS Guidance to $2.95 to $3.10 KANSAS CITY, MO., November 5, 2020 – Evergy, Inc. (NYSE: EVRG) today announced third quart

November 5, 2020 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition - 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): November 5, 2020 (November 5, 2020) Evergy, Inc.

August 27, 2020 EX-99.1

Evergy Announces Chief Executive Officer Terry Bassham to Retire Board Forms Search Committee to Review Internal and External Succession Candidates

EX-99.1 2 exhibit991pressrelease.htm PRESS RELEASE Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Evergy Announces Chief Executive Officer Terry Bassham to Retire Board Forms Search Committee to Review Internal and External Succession Candidates Kansas City, MO – August 27, 2020 – Evergy, Inc. (NYSE: EVRG) today announced that Terry Bassham has informed the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of his decision to

August 27, 2020 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits - 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): August 27, 2020 (August 26, 2020) Evergy, Inc.

August 5, 2020 8-K/A

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K/A (Amendment No.

August 5, 2020 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): August 5, 2020 Evergy, Inc.

August 5, 2020 EX-99.2

Evergy Announces ‘Sustainability Transformation Plan’ New Five-Year Strategic Plan Delivers Increased Value Creation for Evergy Shareholders and Benefits to Evergy Customers, Employees and Communities Transitions Evergy to Top-Quartile Electric Utili

Exhibit 99.2 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Evergy Announces ‘Sustainability Transformation Plan’ New Five-Year Strategic Plan Delivers Increased Value Creation for Evergy Shareholders and Benefits to Evergy Customers, Employees and Communities Transitions Evergy to Top-Quartile Electric Utility with 6% to 8% EPS CAGR through 2024, Translating into EPS of $3.87 to $4.25 in 2024 Rate Base Growth of 5% to 6%

August 5, 2020 10-Q

Quarterly Report - 10-Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2020 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Exact name of registrant as specified

August 5, 2020 EX-99.1

Evergy, Inc. Consolidated Earnings and Diluted Earnings Per Share (Unaudited) Earnings (Loss) Earnings (Loss) per Diluted Share Earnings (Loss) Earnings (Loss) per Diluted Share Three Months Ended June 30 2020 2019 (millions, except per share amounts

Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Evergy Announces 2020 Second Quarter Results • GAAP EPS of $0.59; Adjusted EPS (Non-GAAP) of $0.68 • Declares Quarterly Dividend of $0.505 • Issues 2020 GAAP EPS Guidance of $2.66 to $2.86; Adjusted EPS Guidance of $2.90 to $3.10 KANSAS CITY, MO., August 5, 2020 - Evergy, Inc. (NYSE: EVRG) today announced second quarter 2020 earnings of $133 million,

August 5, 2020 EX-10.1

Summary of Evergy, Inc. Non-Employee Director Compensation

Exhibit 10.1 Evergy, Inc. Summary of Non-Employee Director Compensation Effective May 5, 2020 New Amount Cash - Retainer (Paid Quarterly) Annual Retainer $100,000 Non-Executive Chair Retainer $55,000 Lead Director Retainer $25,000 Audit Committee Chair Retainer $20,000 Compensation and Leadership Development Committee Chair Retainer $20,000 Nominating, Governance, and Corporate Responsibility Comm

August 5, 2020 EX-99.2

Evergy Announces ‘Sustainability Transformation Plan’ New Five-Year Strategic Plan Delivers Increased Value Creation for Evergy Shareholders and Benefits to Evergy Customers, Employees and Communities Transitions Evergy to Top-Quartile Electric Utili

Exhibit 99.2 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Evergy Announces ‘Sustainability Transformation Plan’ New Five-Year Strategic Plan Delivers Increased Value Creation for Evergy Shareholders and Benefits to Evergy Customers, Employees and Communities Transitions Evergy to Top-Quartile Electric Utility with 6% to 8% EPS CAGR through 2024, Translating into EPS of $3.87 to $4.25 in 2024 Rate Base Growth of 5% to 6%

May 6, 2020 EX-99.1

Evergy, Inc. Consolidated Earnings and Diluted Earnings Per Share (Unaudited) Earnings (Loss) Earnings (Loss) per Diluted Share Earnings (Loss) Earnings (Loss) per Diluted Share Three Months Ended March 31 2020 2019 (millions, except per share amount

EX-99.1 2 ex991evergy1q2020press.htm EARNINGS PRESS RELEASE Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Evergy Announces 2020 First Quarter Results • GAAP EPS of $0.31; Adjusted EPS (Non-GAAP) of $0.41 • Declares quarterly dividend of $0.505 KANSAS CITY, MO., May 6, 2020 - Evergy, Inc. (NYSE: EVRG) today announced first quarter 2020 earnings of $69 million, or $0.31 per share, compared with ea

May 6, 2020 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): May 6, 2020 Evergy, Inc.

May 6, 2020 10-Q

Quarterly Report - 10-Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2020 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Exact name of registrant as specifie

April 9, 2020 EX-1.1

Underwriting Agreement, dated April 2, 2020, among Evergy Kansas Central, Inc., MUFG Securities Americas Inc., U.S. Bancorp Investments, Inc. and Wells Fargo Securities, LLC, as representatives of the several underwriters named therein.

EX-1.1 Exhibit 1.1 Execution Version Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. $500,000,000 First Mortgage Bonds, 3.45% Series due 2050 UNDERWRITING AGREEMENT dated April 2, 2020 MUFG Securities Americas Inc. U.S. Bancorp Investments, Inc. Wells Fargo Securities, LLC Underwriting Agreement April 2, 2020 MUFG Securities Americas Inc. U.S. Bancorp Investments, Inc. Wells Fargo Securities, LLC As Representatives o

April 9, 2020 EX-4.1

Fiftieth Supplemental Indenture, dated as of April 9, 2020 between Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. and The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, N.A., as trustee (Exhibit 4.1 to Form 8-K filed on April 9, 2020).

EX-4.1 Exhibit 4.1 EVERGY KANSAS CENTRAL, INC. TO THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON TRUST COMPANY, N.A. as Trustee (as Successor to HARRIS TRUST AND SAVINGS BANK) FIFTIETH SUPPLEMENTAL INDENTURE to Original Mortgage Filed with Shawnee County Register of Deeds on July 1, 1939, at Book 778 Page 216 Dated as of April 9, 2020 First Mortgage Bonds, 3.45% Series due 2050 TABLE OF CONTENTS Parties 1 Recitals 1

April 9, 2020 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 2, 2020 Commission File Number Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter, State of Incorporation, Address of Principal Executive Offices and Telephone Number I.R.S. E

April 6, 2020 424B2

CALCULATION OF REGISTRATION FEE Title of each class of securities to be registered Amount to be registered Proposed maximum offering price per unit Proposed maximum aggregate offering price Amount of registration fee(1) First Mortgage Bonds, 3.45% Se

424B2 Table of Contents Filed pursuant to Rule 424(b)(2) Registration No. 333-228179-02 CALCULATION OF REGISTRATION FEE Title of each class of securities to be registered Amount to be registered Proposed maximum offering price per unit Proposed maximum aggregate offering price Amount of registration fee(1) First Mortgage Bonds, 3.45% Series due 2050 $500,000,000 99.591% $497,955,000 $64,634.56 (1)

April 2, 2020 FWP

Final Term Sheet Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. First Mortgage Bonds, 3.45% Series due 2050 Issuer: Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. Trade Date: April 2, 2020 Settlement Date*: April 9, 2020 (T+5) Expected Ratings**: Moody’s Investors Service, Inc.: A2 (stab

FWP Filed Pursuant to Rule 433 Registration Statement No. 333-228179-02 Dated April 2, 2020 Final Term Sheet Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. First Mortgage Bonds, 3.45% Series due 2050 Issuer: Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. Trade Date: April 2, 2020 Settlement Date*: April 9, 2020 (T+5) Expected Ratings**: Moody’s Investors Service, Inc.: A2 (stable) S&P Global Ratings: A (stable) Title of Securities: Fi

April 2, 2020 424B5

SUBJECT TO COMPLETION DATED APRIL 2, 2020

424B5 Table of Contents Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(5) Registration No. 333-228179-02 The information in this preliminary prospectus supplement is not complete and may be changed. A registration statement relating to these securities has become effective. This preliminary prospectus supplement and the accompanying prospectus are not an offer to sell these securities and are not soliciting an off

March 2, 2020 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): March 2, 2020 Evergy, Inc.

March 2, 2020 EX-3.3

Amended and Restated By-laws of Evergy Metro, Inc.

Exhibit 3.3 EVERGY METRO, INC., (formerly Kansas City Power & Light Company) AMENDED AND RESTATED BY‑LAWS AS OF FEBRUARY 28, 2020 EVERGY METRO, INC. AMENDED AND RESTATED BY‑LAWS ARTICLE I Offices Section 1. The location of the registered office and the name of the registered agent of the Company in the State of Missouri shall be as stated in the Articles of Consolidation or as determined from time

March 2, 2020 EX-21.1

List of Subsidiaries.

Ex.21.1 Subsidiaries of Evergy, Inc. (1) Name of Company State of Incorporation Evergy Metro, Inc. Missouri Evergy Missouri West, Inc. Delaware Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. Kansas Evergy Kansas South, Inc. (2) Kansas (1) Certain subsidiaries of Evergy, Inc. have been omitted pursuant to Item 601(b)(21)(ii) of Regulation S-K. (2) Evergy Kansas South, Inc. is a subsidiary of Evergy Kansas Central, In

March 2, 2020 EX-99.1

NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

EX-99.1 6 ex991elliotsettlementr.htm EXHIBIT 99.1 PRESS RELEASE Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Evergy Announces Agreement with Elliott Management • Utility & Power Industry Veterans Paul Keglevic and Kirk Andrews Join Board • New Strategic Review & Operations Committee of the Board Established • New Committee to Explore Strategic and Operational Alternatives to Enhance Shareholder

March 2, 2020 EX-3.2

Amended and Restated By-laws of Evergy Kansas Central, Inc.

EX-3.2 3 exhibit32kansascentral.htm EXHIBIT 3.2 EVERGY KANSAS CENTRAL AMENDED AND RESTATED BY-LAWS Exhibit 3.2 EVERGY KANSAS CENTRAL, INC. (formerly Westar Energy, Inc.) AMENDED AND RESTATED BY‑LAWS AS OF FEBRUARY 28, 2020 EVERGY KANSAS CENTRAL, INC. AMENDED AND RESTATED BY-LAWS ARTICLE I Offices Section 1. The location of the registered office and the name of the registered agent of Evergy Kansas

March 2, 2020 EX-10.24

Evergy, Inc. 2020 Annual Incentive Plan.

EX-10.24 5 evrg-12312019xex1024an.htm EXHIBIT 10.24 Exhibit 10.24 EVERGY, INC. Executive Annual Incentive Plan Effective as of January 1, 2020 Objective The Evergy, Inc. (the “Company” or “Evergy”) Executive Annual Incentive Plan (the “Plan”) is designed to motivate and reward officers of Evergy for the achievement of specific key financial, operational and business goals. By providing market-comp

March 2, 2020 EX-99.1

2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 (millions) Generating Facilities $ 487 $ 555 $ 563 $ 455 $ 263 Transmission and Distribution Facilities 893 914 886 867 1,006 General Facilities and other 238 117 122 92 94 Total Capital Expenditures $ 1,618 $ 1,586 $ 1,571 $

Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Evergy Announces 2019 Results, Declares Quarterly Dividend and Announces Updates to Capital Plan • GAAP EPS of $2.79; Adjusted EPS (Non-GAAP) of $2.89 • Five-year capital plan of $7.6B through 2024 KANSAS CITY, MO., March 2, 2020 - Evergy, Inc. (NYSE: EVRG) today announced full year 2019 earnings of $670 million, or $2.79 per share, compared with ear

March 2, 2020 10-K

Annual Report - 10-K

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2019 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Exact name of registrant as specified in

March 2, 2020 EX-4.62

Description of Securities

EX-4.62 2 evrg-12312019xex462sec.htm EXHIBIT 4.62 Exhibit 4.62 DESCRIPTION OF THE REGISTRANTS’ SECURITIES REGISTERED PURSUANT TO SECTION 12 OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 EVERGY, INC. As of February 14, 2020, Evergy, Inc. had one class of securities registered under Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended: our common stock. Description of Common Stock of Evergy, Inc.

March 2, 2020 EX-24.3

Powers of Attorney.

Exhibit 24.3 POWER OF ATTORNEY KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS: That the undersigned, a Director of Evergy Metro, Inc., a Missouri corporation, does hereby constitute and appoint Anthony D. Somma or Heather A. Humphrey, his true and lawful attorney and agent, with full power and authority to execute in the name and on behalf of the undersigned as such director an Annual Report on Form 10-K, and any

March 2, 2020 EX-24.1

Powers of Attorney.

Exhibit 24.1 POWER OF ATTORNEY KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS: That the undersigned, a Director of Evergy, Inc., a Missouri corporation, does hereby constitute and appoint Anthony D. Somma or Heather A. Humphrey, his true and lawful attorney and agent, with full power and authority to execute in the name and on behalf of the undersigned as such director an Annual Report on Form 10-K, and any amend

March 2, 2020 EX-10.20

Form of Evergy, Inc. 2020 Time-Based Restricted Stock Unit Agreement.

Exhibit 10.20 EVERGY, INC. RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AGREEMENT (TIME-BASED VESTING) THIS RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AGREEMENT (the “Agreement”) is entered into as of [DATE] (the “Grant Date”), by and between Evergy, Inc. (the “Company”) and [NAME] (the “Grantee”). All capitalized terms in this Agreement that are not defined herein shall have the meanings ascribed to such terms in the Company’s Long-Term In

March 2, 2020 EX-10.1

Agreement, dated February 28, 2020, among Evergy, Inc., Elliott Investment Management L.P., Elliott Associates, L.P. and Elliott International, L.P.

EX-10.1 5 exhibit101elliottcoope.htm EXHIBIT 10.1 COOPERATION AGREEMENT Exhibit 10.1 Execution Version AGREEMENT This Agreement (this “Agreement”), dated as of February 28, 2020, is by and among Elliott Investment Management L.P., a Delaware limited partnership, Elliott Associates, L.P., a Delaware limited partnership, and Elliott International, L.P., a Cayman Islands limited partnership (each, an

March 2, 2020 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year, Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): February 28, 2020 Evergy, Inc.

March 2, 2020 EX-10.19

Form of Evergy, Inc. 2020 Performance-Based Restricted Stock Unit Agreement.

Exhibit 10.19 EVERGY, INC. RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AGREEMENT (PERFORMANCE-BASED VESTING) THIS RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AGREEMENT (the “Agreement”) is entered into as of [DATE] (the “Grant Date”), by and between Evergy, Inc. (the “Company”) and [NAME] (the “Grantee”). All capitalized terms in this Agreement that are not defined herein shall have the meanings ascribed to such terms in the Company’s Long-

March 2, 2020 EX-24.2

Powers of Attorney.

Exhibit 24.2 POWER OF ATTORNEY KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS: That the undersigned, a Director of Evergy Kansas Central, Inc., a Kansas corporation, does hereby constitute and appoint Anthony D. Somma or Heather A. Humphrey, his true and lawful attorney and agent, with full power and authority to execute in the name and on behalf of the undersigned as such director an Annual Report on Form 10-K,

March 2, 2020 EX-3.1

Amended and Restated By-laws of Evergy, Inc.

Exhibit 3.1 EVERGY, INC. AMENDED AND RESTATED BY-LAWS AS OF FEBRUARY 28, 2020 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page ARTICLE I Offices 1 ARTICLE II Shareholders 1 ARTICLE III Board of Directors 22 ARTICLE IV Officers 26 ARTICLE V Powers and Duties of Officers 27 ARTICLE VI Certificates of Stock 28 ARTICLE VII Closing of Transfer Books 30 ARTICLE VIII Inspection of Books 30 ARTICLE IX Corporate Seal 31 ARTICLE X F

November 6, 2019 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): November 6, 2019 Evergy, Inc.

November 6, 2019 EX-99.1

Evergy, Inc. Consolidated Earnings and Diluted Earnings Per Share (Unaudited) Earnings (Loss) Earnings (Loss) per Diluted Share Earnings (Loss) Earnings (Loss) per Diluted Share Three Months Ended September 30 2019 2018 (millions, except per share am

Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Evergy Announces 2019 Third Quarter Results Increases quarterly dividend • GAAP EPS of $1.56; Adjusted EPS (Non-GAAP) of $1.57 • Increases quarterly dividend to $0.505 per share, annualized to $2.02 KANSAS CITY, MO., November 6, 2019 - Evergy, Inc. (NYSE: EVRG) today announced third quarter 2019 earnings of $367 million, or $1.56 per share, compared

November 6, 2019 EX-3.4

Amended and Restated By-laws of Evergy Kansas Central, Inc., as amended September 16, 2019.

Exhibit 3.4 EVERGY KANSAS CENTRAL, INC. (formerly Westar Energy, Inc.) AMENDED AND RESTATED BY‑LAWS AS OF SEPTEMBER 16, 2019 EVERGY KANSAS CENTRAL, INC. AMENDED AND RESTATED BY-LAWS ARTICLE I Offices Section 1. The location of the registered office and the name of the registered agent of Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. (the “Company”) in the State of Kansas shall be as stated in the Articles of Incorp

November 6, 2019 EX-3.1

Amended and Restated Articles of Consolidation of Evergy Metro, Inc., as amended September 16, 2019.

Exhibit 3.1 AMENDED AND RESTATED ARTICLES OF CONSOLIDATION OF EVERGY METRO, INC. As of September 16, 2019 (formerly Kansas City Power & Light Company) AMENDED AND RESTATED ARTICLES OF CONSOLIDATION OF EVERGY METRO, INC. ARTICLE FIRST. The name of the Corporation shall be “Evergy Metro, Inc.” ARTICLE SECOND. The current address, including street and number, of the Corporation’s registered agent in

November 6, 2019 EX-10.1

Evergy, Inc. Executive Severance Plan, dated as of November 6, 2019.

Exhibit 10.1 EVERGY, INC. EXECUTIVE SEVERANCE PLAN (Effective as of November 6, 2019) 1. Preamble. Evergy, Inc. hereby adopts this Evergy, Inc. Executive Severance Plan (this “Plan”), as a top-hat welfare plan under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, effective as of November 6, 2019. 2. Certain Definitions. As used herein, the terms identified below shall have the meanings indica

November 6, 2019 10-Q

Quarterly Report - 10-Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2019 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Exact name of registrant as spec

November 6, 2019 EX-3.2

Amended and Restated By-laws of Evergy Metro, Inc., as amended September 16, 2019.

Exhibit 3.2 EVERGY METRO, INC., (Formerly Kansas City Power & Light Company) AMENDED AND RESTATED BY‑LAWS AS OF SEPTEMBER 16, 2019 EVERGY METRO, INC. AMENDED AND RESTATED BY‑LAWS ARTICLE I Offices Section 1. The location of the registered office and the name of the registered agent of the Company in the State of Missouri shall be as stated in the Articles of Consolidation or as determined from tim

November 6, 2019 EX-3.3

Amended and Restated Articles of Incorporation of Evergy Kansas Central, Inc., as amended September 16, 2019.

Exhibit 3.3 AMENDED AND RESTATED ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION OF EVERGY KANSAS CENTRAL, INC. As of September 16, 2019 (formerly Westar Energy, Inc.) AMENDED AND RESTATED ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION OF EVERGY KANSAS CENTRAL, INC. ARTICLE ONE Name of Corporation The name of the corporation is “Evergy Kansas Central, Inc.” ARTICLE TWO Registered Office and Resident Agent The registered office of the corpo

October 30, 2019 EX-99.1

IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING BLACKOUT PERIOD AND RESTRICTIONS ON YOUR RIGHTS TO TRADE EVERGY, INC. COMMON STOCK DURING THE BLACKOUT PERIOD

Exhibit 99.1 IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING BLACKOUT PERIOD AND RESTRICTIONS ON YOUR RIGHTS TO TRADE EVERGY, INC. COMMON STOCK DURING THE BLACKOUT PERIOD TO: Directors and Executive Officers of Evergy, Inc. FROM: Jeffrey C. DeBruin DATE: October 29, 2019 The purpose of this notice is to inform you that the Evergy, Inc. (“Evergy”) Stock Fund (the “Evergy Stock Fund”) in the Westar Energy, Inc. Employee

October 30, 2019 8-K

Temporary Suspension of Trading Under Registrant's Employee Benefit Plans, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): October 25, 2019 Evergy, Inc.

August 19, 2019 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 12, 2019 Commission File Number Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter, State of Incorporation, Address of Principal Executive Offices and Telephone Number I.R.S.

August 19, 2019 EX-1.1

Underwriting Agreement, dated August 12, 2019, among Westar, Barclays Capital Inc., TD Securities (USA) LLC and U.S. Bancorp Investments, Inc., as representatives of the several underwriters named therein.

Exhibit 1.1 Execution Version Westar Energy, Inc. $300,000,000 First Mortgage Bonds, 3.25% Series due 2049 UNDERWRITING AGREEMENT dated August 12, 2019 Barclays Capital Inc. TD Securities (USA) LLC U.S. Bancorp Investments, Inc. Underwriting Agreement August 12, 2019 Barclays Capital Inc. TD Securities (USA) LLC U.S. Bancorp Investments, Inc. As Representatives of the several Underwriters c/o Barc

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