Enerstar Electric Cooperative

Enerstar Electric Cooperative EnerStar Electric Cooperative is a not-for-profit member-owned electric cooperative. This line is answered 24-hrs a day.

Founded in 1938, EnerStar Electric Cooperative is a not-for-profit member-owned electric distribution cooperative serving over 5,200 accounts in the Illinois counties of Clark, Edgar, Vermilion, Douglas, and Coles. The cooperative is governed by a 9-person board, who are co-op members democratically elected to serve by their fellow co-op members. EnerStar's wholesale power supplier is Wabash Valle

y Power, based in Indianapolis, Indiana. Wabash provides wholesale electricity to electric distribution cooperatives in Indiana, Missouri, and Illinois. Representing EnerStar on the Wabash board of directors is EnerStar board member Dan Gard of West Union, IL and EnerStar CEO Brent Reyher. Wabash is committed to providing affordable, reliable energy while continuing to support alternative fuel sources. This mission includes Co-op Solar, a community solar system located near the EnerStar headquarters in Paris, IL. Disclaimer:
EnerStar’s page is intended to serve as an informative community page where you can learn about co-op news, promotions, events, energy tips and large outages and restoration efforts. We invite you to comment and ask questions on our wall, though EnerStar may not be able to respond to every posting. This page will generally be monitored by EnerStar staff during regular business hours and periodically afterhours, unless there is a large outage or other event requiring frequent communication and updates. EnerStar Electric Cooperative does not endorse, nor are we responsible for the accuracy of information, opinions, claims or advice shared by other Facebook users. This is not a place to report an outage, electrical emergency, or unsafe condition. If you are experiencing such a situation, please call EnerStar at 1-800-635-4145. Although EnerStar Electric Cooperative has no obligation to monitor postings on this page, we reserve the right, in our sole discretion, to remove postings that:

• Are abusive, defamatory, obscene, disparaging or offensive
• Include names or private information of any EnerStar employee, board member, member, etc.
• Solicit readers for any purpose
• Endorse political candidates or views, including those for EnerStar’s board of directors. Violation of any of the above rules may result in the fan being suspended, banned, or prevented from accessing EnerStar’s page.

EnerStar's office is closed today in observance of Good Friday. But we are on call 24/7, so if you have a power emergenc...
04/03/2026

EnerStar's office is closed today in observance of Good Friday. But we are on call 24/7, so if you have a power emergency, call us at 1-800-635-4145 or report thru your SmartHub app. Payments by phone should call 1-844-975-2743. We wish all our members a wonderful holiday weekend.

Forestry Apprentice, Matt Kelly, successfully completed his field testing as part of the Forestry Apprenticeship Program...
04/02/2026

Forestry Apprentice, Matt Kelly, successfully completed his field testing as part of the Forestry Apprenticeship Program. He must also complete a minimum of 4,000 hours in the field of Forestry before taking the Journeyman test. Congratulations, Matt! 👏

04/01/2026

If you’re in an accident involving a power line, stay inside the vehicle and call 911, because the ground could be energized. Knowing what to do can save your life!

REMINDER: Last day to turn in petition packets is April 7th!To learn more about becoming a director, visit https://ow.ly...
03/31/2026

REMINDER: Last day to turn in petition packets is April 7th!
To learn more about becoming a director, visit https://ow.ly/cgbR50YwjiI

🌧️ Just 6 inches of moving water can knock a person down. As little as 12 inches of moving water can sweep away a car. F...
03/30/2026

🌧️ Just 6 inches of moving water can knock a person down. As little as 12 inches of moving water can sweep away a car. Follow these tips to help keep your family safe during a flood: SafeElectricity.org/safety-tips/keep-your-family-safe-during-a-flood

Students from the ECCEL Academy in Clark and Edgar counties visited EnerStar today. The class is designed to explore a v...
03/27/2026

Students from the ECCEL Academy in Clark and Edgar counties visited EnerStar today. The class is designed to explore a variety of local careers and build leadership skills. The students got a behind-the-scenes look at our not-for-profit co-operative—exploring our history, community impact, and co-op career opportunities. We’re proud to support programs like ECCEL that invest in the next generation, including a donation to help expand future opportunities. A big thank you to our team members Kim Stewart, Russ Camp, and Shannon Quinn for connecting with and inspiring this outstanding group!

It's Youth Day in Springfield! Congratulations to Halle Lawson and Ruth Sullivan, who have been chosen as EnerStar's 202...
03/25/2026

It's Youth Day in Springfield! Congratulations to Halle Lawson and Ruth Sullivan, who have been chosen as EnerStar's 2026 student representatives for the Youth to Washington Tour in June. Today, the students toured the Illinois State Capitol, accompanied by EnerStar chaperones Kayla Natalie and Britta Baker.

💡 If you notice dimming or flickering lights, get your home’s wiring checked out by a professional, it could be the sign...
03/25/2026

💡 If you notice dimming or flickering lights, get your home’s wiring checked out by a professional, it could be the sign of a dangerous issue! Learn more: SafeElectricity.org/safety-tips/be-fire-prevention-smart-dont-get-burned

03/20/2026

Spring is on our doorstep! Take small steps to reduce your energy during spring months and save on energy bills.

03/19/2026

Check your March billing statement for your capital credit refund! EnerStar is returning $500,000 in capital credits to our members with electricity purchases in 1991, 1992, and a portion of 1993. Eligible members with an active account will receive a credit on their March billing statement!

🍀 Don’t get pinched this year. Prepare your emergency plan now. SafeElectricity.org/safety-tips/be-prepared-for-severe-s...
03/17/2026

🍀 Don’t get pinched this year. Prepare your emergency plan now. SafeElectricity.org/safety-tips/be-prepared-for-severe-storms

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11597 IL Highway 1
Paris, IL
61944

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 4pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 4pm
Thursday 7:30am - 4pm
Friday 7:30am - 4pm

Telephone

(800) 635-4145

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