Community Solar: Illinois - Ameren

The Land of Lincoln: an Established Solar Powerhouse

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Born from the 2016 Future Energy Jobs Act, Illinois’s community solar program has made shared solar widely accessible across the state by enabling lower utility costs with no upfront costs or installation onsite. Today, tens of thousands of businesses and homeowners across the state use community solar to reduce their monthly electric bills.

Ameren uniquely presents strong opportunity for customer savings given ample land for cost effective project construction in middle-to-southern Illinois.

Ideal Customer Profile:

Businesses of all sizes — from single-location retailers and restaurants to Fortune 500 companies.

Typical Savings Rates:

Customers typically save around 10% annually on electricity, with higher savings available in limited situations.

Take the First Step by Sharing a Single Electric Bill