The Kansas Supreme Court has been hearing arguments in a case about whether creating a separate rate structure for solar customers is discriminatory. Kansas regulators approved the new rate in 2018. It charges solar customers a usage rate and a demand charge. Solar advocated say the new rate has increased their bills and discourages installing solar panels. Evergy argues that without the new rate, solar customers end up being subsidized by everyone else.
This, as Lawrence leaders say they want to move toward 100% of their energy from renewable resources. A goal they would like to achieve by 2025. About 10% of Lawrence residents use renewable energy resources now.
