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EnerStar Electric Cooperative (IL)

Illinois Utility Interconnection & net metering rules
Net Metering Allowed1
Line Taps Allowed0
Load Taps Allowed0
AC Disconnect RequiredYes

Net metering & export

Net Metering Allowed
1
TOU Utility
0
Post Solar Billing Method
Export Rate
Solar Export Type
Avoided Cost
Solar Export Value Notes
Electricity consumption and net generation (excess electricity put onto the grid) are metered and billed separately. Members are charged the standard retail rate per kWh when they use energy
Rebates Offered
0
Deregulated
1

Interconnection & taps

Approval Req To Install
Yes
Interconnection Level
3
Line Taps Allowed
0
Load Taps Allowed
0
Automatic Transformer Upgrade Size
0
Meter Aggregation Allowed
0

System size & offset

System Size Restrictions
25
System Size Restriction Type
AC kW
System Size Battery Included
0
System Size Includes Existing Systems
0
Offset Type
Combination
Offset Value
100
Offset Calculation Basis
Historical
Offset Calculation Period
12
Industry Standard Watts Sqft
2
Offset Calc Tool
Historical Usage

Metering & disconnect

Production Meter Required
No
AC Disconnect Required
Yes
AC Disconnect Labeling
Visible Lockable Labeled Disconnect
Allowed Meter Adapter
None

Plans & docs

Site Plan Reqs

Not required for utility submittal

SLD Reqs

Example SLD uploaded to files

Electric Service Reqs
  • AC DISCONNECT SWITCH- All renewable energy systems must install an AC disconnect switch. It must be visible, lockable, and located with 10 feet of the MAIN BREAKER
  • If installing a ground mount system, solar panels may not be installed within 10 feet of any primary underground electric service
  • No additional equipment shall be added to EnerStar poles. Any other support structure such as a meter rack (H-fixture) must be at least 2 feet from any EnerStar poles
  • All systems must be installed per the most current NEC
Install Reqs


Electrical Stamp Required
0
Equipment Approvals
California Energy Commission
Meter Num Req SLD 3LD
0
ESID Num Req SLD 3LD
0
Website
link
Phone
(800) 635-4145

Other details

Address ID
4040643
Express Planset Eligible
Yes
Compiled from public records, 2026. Tariffs and interconnection rules change; verify with EnerStar Electric Cooperative (IL) before you rely on this. The useful move: if an installer says you need a main panel upgrade, ask how these tap and interconnection policies were considered first.