Washington electric bills. Just smaller.
Here's a simple way for Washington households to trim the Ameren bill: Illinois' state-supported clean energy program applies credits to the bill you already pay. Keep 10% as savings — up to 20% if you receive assistance. No installation, no fees, renters welcome.
See my savings — enroll free Secure enrollment via Ampion & VoltEra Energy — takes about 5 minutesOkay… what's the catch?
Fair question. There isn't one — here's how it works for Washington households, in plain English.
Where the discount comes from
The state's clean energy programs fund local solar farms that supply the same grid Washington already runs on. Join, and you're allocated a share of a farm's output — its credits show up on your Ameren bill monthly.
What changes for you
Honestly? Just the total. Same Ameren service, same wires, same reliability. No panels, no home visits, no equipment. You keep 10% of your credit value as savings — up to 20% if you're on assistance.
How enrollment works
Enrollment is with Ampion, a public benefit corporation that's been running Illinois solar programs since the state opened them up in 2016. You sign up online, nothing gets installed at your home, and credits appear on your existing bill.
Washington households on LIHEAP, SNAP, Medicaid, or SSI: your savings double.
Illinois households receiving government assistance may qualify for the boosted rate — up to 20% of credit value kept as savings, verified during enrollment. Renters qualify too.
Check my eligibility Secure enrollment via Ampion & VoltEra EnergyQuestions Washington neighbors ask
Is this a government program?
The savings come through Illinois' state-supported clean energy programs, but enrollment is with Ampion Renewable Energy, a public benefit corporation — not a government agency. Your Ameren service stays exactly the same.
Does it cost anything to join?
No sign-up fees, deposits, equipment, or installation costs. Nothing is installed at your home and there's nothing to buy.
How much can I save on my Ameren bill?
Most households keep 10% of their monthly credit value as savings. If you receive assistance — LIHEAP, SNAP, Medicaid, SSI, or similar — you may qualify for up to 20%. Eligibility is verified during enrollment.
I rent in Washington. Can I still join?
Yes. Your share lives at a solar farm, not your building, so renters qualify the same as homeowners — no landlord involvement needed.
Will my lights or service change?
No. Same Ameren delivery, same wires, same reliability. The only change is credits appearing on your bill.
Grab your Ameren bill. Keep more of it.
Enrollment takes about 5 minutes with a copy of your bill.
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