IMEA is a not-for-profit unit of local government created in 1984 that is currently comprised of 32 municipal electric systems from all across Illinois. Each of those communities owns and operates its own electric distribution system. Some operate local power generation plants.

Before filing an application, IMEA suggests contacting the program administrator, Rodd Whelpley (217-789-4632 or [email protected]), to check on a Municipality’s funding availability. Funds are limited and go fast in several IMEA municipalities.

IMEA is a not-for-profit unit of local government created in 1984 that is currently comprised of 32 municipal electric systems from all across Illinois. Each of those communities owns and operates its own electric distribution system. Some operate local power generation plants.

IMEA empowers municipal utility systems to join forces and benefit from collective strength in numbers for energy procurement, industry expertise and value-added services – all made possible through partnership.