Time-of-Use Rate

Westar Energy is seeking 1,000 customers to participate in a Time of Use Rate pilot project.

About the Pilot Project

• The Time-of-Use (TOU) pilot program is a three year pilot, restricted to the first 1,000 customers.
• The TOU pilot program is a voluntary program that encourages customers to shift their electric usage to off-peak periods when electric demand is lower.

Who is the program for?

• Households that can shift discretionary energy use to consume less electricity during the peak hours of 1:00 PM - 8:00 PM during the summer and the peak hours of 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM during the winter.

Time-of-Use Rate Pricing

Time-of-Use Rate Tariff
Standard Residential Rates

How the Program Works

• Westar will install a special meter and metering equipment to accommodate TOU Pricing.
• Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
• An agreement is signed for a term of one year. After one year, 30 days written notice must be given to withdraw from the pilot.
• To sign up for the program, contact Westar Energy at 1-855-782-7663.

Requirements for Participation

• Cannot be on Average Payment Plan or Group Bill.
• Cannot be served under the Parallel Generation Rider or the Net Metering Rider.
• Customers also are strongly encouraged to participate in electronic billing.
• Westar may refuse installation for reasons pertaining to safety conditions at a customers premise or technological limitations.
• Service under the Time of Use Schedule is subject to Westar's General Terms and Conditions presently on file with the Kansas Corporation Commission.

Time-of-Use Rate Frequently Asked Questions