Manufacturing client in Topeka wants to install 3MW solar array. Evergy quoted $45,000 for interconnection study before they'll approve the project. This seems really high compared to other states. Kansas Corporation Commission website doesn't show standard study fees. What should interconnection studies cost for 3MW systems?
Evergy Kansas solar interconnection study fees - $45,000 seems excessive
John - that does seem high. In Indiana, Duke Energy charges about $10,000 for similar size interconnection study. Evergy might be trying to discourage solar installations. Check if KCC has approved those fee levels.
Pat's right about the fees being high. California studies for 3MW run $15,000-20,000 typically. Kansas might not have regulated study fees like other states. Worth filing a complaint with KCC if you think it's unreasonable.
Talked to two other Kansas solar developers. They've seen Evergy study fees ranging from $25,000-60,000 depending on location and grid conditions. No standard fee schedule. Seems like they price them to whatever they think the market will bear.
Interconnection study fees vary widely by utility and system size. While $45,000 seems high for 3MW, complex grid integration studies can be costly. Request a detailed breakdown of study scope and costs. Many states are moving toward standardized fee schedules - Kansas may need similar regulation to prevent excessive charges.