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If you’d told me in 2015 years ago that EVs would be a viable, growing market in 10 years, I wouldn’t have believed you. Today, I’m a believer. EVs are a practical, cost-effective choice for a growing number of rural residents.

Bobby Williams, CEO
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Friday | January 3, 2025

Why Reliable Restoration Estimates Are Difficult to Calculate

​​​​​​​During an outage, each member would like to know when their power will be restored so they can plan accordingly. Unfortunately, that’s a diffic...
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Friday | January 3, 2025

Your Outage Safety Plan

Developing a safety plan will help you weather an extended outage safely. Your plan can be as simple as making arrangements to stay with a friend or f...
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Friday | January 3, 2025

Weekend Forecast Sets Stage For Power Outages in the Midwest

As of noon Jan. 3, the National Weather Service forecast cites the potential for heavy mixed precipitation in Southwestern Illinois this weekend, with...
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Friday | December 27, 2024

Payment Processing Systems Offline for Maintenance

Southwestern's payment processing systems will be unavailable from noon Tuesday, Dec. 31, through 12 a.m., Wednesday, Jan. 1, while we perform year-en...
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Power For Progress

Since 1995, Southwestern Electric Cooperative’s Power for Progress Scholarship Program has provided more than $256,000 in academic assistance to students pursuing a college degree or vocational school certificate. Learn more about our scholarship program today!                                                                                                                            

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Energy Saving Myths & Misconceptions

Many common beliefs about energy conservation aren’t entirely accurate or inflate expectations. Julie Lowe, energy manager for Southwestern Electric, brings you a handful of common myths and misconceptions about home heating, and simple ways to save on your energy bill.

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Do You Qualify For A Rebate?

Water heaters are typically the second highest source of energy usage in the home. Make a commitment to save money and energy this year with an energy efficient, ENERGY STAR-certified electric water heater.

While you're at it, see if you qualify for our $250 rebate.

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ABOUT US

Based in Greenville, Ill., Southwestern Electric is a not-for-profit, member-owned cooperative serving 24,745 residential, commercial, agricultural and industrial members in 11 counties along the I-70 corridor between St. Louis, Mo., and Effingham, Ill.

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Southwestern Electric is a member-focused, not-for-profit utility. Our bylaws guide our business and daily operations. As your accountable energy partner, our mission is to improve the lives of the people and communities we serve.

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You can reach us at (800) 637-8667. We respond to outage calls around the clock. Our office hours are Mon - Fri., 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

You're welcome to visit our office at:

525 US Route 40
Greenville, IL 62246

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    • Energy Assistance
    • Technology Rebates
    • ERC Loans
    • Solar Energy
  • Electric Vehicles
    • Discover The EV Advantage
    • EV Owner Survey
    • EV Charger Rebates
  • Community
    • Operation Round Up
    • Scholarships
    • Economic Development
  • News & Information
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    • The Southwestern
    • Board Meeting Minutes
    • Video
  • Safety
    • Indoor Electrical Safety
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    • Generator Safety
    • Storm Safety
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    • Careers
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