Ameren

Central Illinois Public Service Co is a travel destination located in Springfield, IL, offering a wide range of attractions and activities for visitors to enjoy. From exploring the scenic byways and Abraham Lincoln Trails to experiencing the charm of Amish Country, this region provides a diverse array of options for outdoor enthusiasts and history buffs alike. With a variety of accommodations available, including hotels, motels, bed and breakfasts, resorts, and cabin rentals, visitors can find the perfect place to stay while exploring the area. Central Illinois Public Service Co is dedicated to promoting tourism in the region and providing resources for travelers to make the most of their visit.Generated from the website

Founded in 1923. With 590,000 electric and 415,000 natural gas customers across 15,000 square miles of central, east central and southern Illinois. 8,400 distribution miles of gas main and 40,000 circuit miles of electrical line. Major communities served include Decatur, Belleville, Bloomington-Normal (electric only), Champaign-Urbana, Centralia, East St. Louis (gas only), Galesburg, Granite City, Hillsboro, Jacksonville, LaSalle, Maryville and Mt. Vernon. In total, AmerenIP s service area includes 11 cities with populations greater than 30,000 and 37 cities with populations greater than 10,000. AmerenIP owns no significant generation assets. It purchases the majority of the electricity it supplies to retail customers through long-term power purchase agreements. AmerenIP has direct interconnections with eight providers, including AmerenCILCO and is a participant, with AmerenUE and AmerenCIPS, in the Illinois-Missouri Power Pool, formed in 1952