KCP&L to Review Grid Modernization Efforts at Stakeholder Meeting

KANSAS CITY, Mo., March 21, 2019 – KCP&L will host a public informational meeting to review its
five-year capital plan on March 27, from 6-7 p.m. The meeting will be held in the Lincoln Room of
the Capital Plaza Hotel, 415 W McCarty St., Jefferson City, Mo., 65101.

KCP&L representatives will provide a brief presentation on how the utility is expanding efforts to
modernize the electrical grid. Communities and customers will benefit from initiatives to improve
reliability, utilize smart technology, upgrade aging infrastructure, and provide greater and easier
access to renewable generation sources.

Attendees will be welcome to ask questions or provide feedback regarding these projects.

About KCP&L and Westar Energy:

Serving approximately 1.6 million customers in Kansas and Missouri, Kansas City Power & Light
Company (KCP&L), KCP&L Greater Missouri Operations Company and Westar Energy are the
electric utilities of Evergy, Inc. (NYSE: EVRG). Together we generate nearly half the power we
provide to homes and businesses with emission-free sources. We support our local communities
where we live and work, and strive to meet the needs of customers through energy savings and
innovative solutions.

Media Contact:
Gina Penzig
Manager, Media Communications
Phone: 785-575-8089
Gina.Penzig@westarenergy.com
Media line: 888-613-0003