Business Program FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the Ameren Illinois Energy Efficiency Program.

The Ameren Illinois Energy Efficiency Program was developed in 2008 after Illinois lawmakers signed a rate relief act to encourage action through education and provide financial incentives to offset the cost of energy-saving upgrades.

All Ameren Illinois customers have an energy efficiency rider on their utility bills. That money is then redistributed back to customers through financial incentives.

All non-residential customers who have electricity or natural gas delivered through Ameren Illinois are eligible to receive financial incentives toward energy-saving equipment upgrades, including public sector facilities. For questions about eligibility, please contact the Business Call Center at 1.866.800.0747 or email IllinoisBusinessEE@ameren.com.

The Ameren Illinois Energy Efficiency Program offers incentives for a wide range of energy efficiency projects. The Incentive Reference Guide lists all current Standard incentive offerings for non-residential customers. Visit the Business Forms Library to view all Program incentive applications.

Program applications which contain all the information needed to receive incentives can be downloaded through the Business Forms Library. For application assistance or questions, please refer to the Application Guide. 

Contact your Energy Advisor. For additional assistance or help finding your Energy Advisor, contact the Business Call Center at 1.866.800.0747 or IllinoisBusinessEE@ameren.com.

The Small Business Direct Install (SBDI) Program offers a simple, streamlined process for small business customers to reduce their energy costs by installing lighting and refrigeration products through a registered Program Ally contractor. Financial incentives are available for a variety of energy-efficiency projects — click here to learn more and find out if your business is eligible.

Non-residential Ameren Illinois natural gas or electric customers can receive a FREE Energy Consultation with a trained Energy Advisor to help identify energy-saving opportunities tailored to suit your facility needs. Click here to request your FREE Energy Consultation.

The Ameren Illinois Energy Efficiency Program does not currently offer financial incentives for solar or other renewable energy projects. However, information about rebates, net metering, community solar and more can be found at the Ameren Illinois Renewables Center or by emailing RenewablesIllinois@ameren.com.

Local contractors can learn more and register to become a Program Ally at AmerenIllinoisSavings.com/Ally.

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Key Program Resources

Are you new to the Ameren Illinois Energy Efficiency Program? Here are some links to key Program resources to help you get started:

  • Application Guide – Instructions and guidelines for participation in the Ameren Illinois Energy Efficiency Program for Business.
  • Business Program Application Overview – This video walks through the process of applying for financial incentives.
  • Business Forms Library – A repository for Program incentive applications and other forms available for download.
  • Incentive Reference Guide – All the latest incentive information by equipment type.
  • Find My Energy Advisor – Your Energy Advisor can answer questions and offer assistance to help your business become more energy-efficient.
  • Energy Consultation – Schedule your FREE, no-obligation Energy Consultation to discover opportunities for energy savings unique to your facility.

Instructions and guidelines for participation in the Ameren Illinois Energy Efficiency Program for Business. Learn More

This video walks through the process of applying for financial incentives. Learn More

A repository for Program incentive applications and other forms available for download. Learn More

All the latest incentive information by equipment type. Learn More

Your Energy Advisor can answer questions and offer assistance to help your business become more energy-efficient. Learn More

Schedule your FREE, no-obligation Energy Consultation to discover opportunities for energy savings unique to your facility. Learn More

Still have questions? Contact our Business Call Center at 1.866.800.0747 or IllinoisBusinessEE@ameren.com.

Questions?

If you have additional questions, please reach out to our Business Call Center at 1.866.800.0747 or email IllinoisBusinessEE@ameren.com.

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