The average household spends 11 percent of its energy budget on lighting. Switching to ENERGY STAR^® qualified compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) is one of the fastest ways to reduce your energy costs. ENERGY STAR qualified lighting can use up to 75 percent less energy and last up to 10 times longer than conventional incandescent lighting. 

As an Ameren Illinois customer, you can purchase a wide variety of these energy-saving CFLs at a discount—online, by phone or at participating home stores.

Online Orders  (for electric customers only)

Click here for a catalog and convenient online ordering. Or, call Act On Energy toll-free at 1-866-845-7085, Monday through Friday 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. or Saturday 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. to speak with a customer service representative or to request an order form.

In-Store Shopping

Click here to find retail stores in the Ameren Illinois service area that offer discounted ENERGY STAR qualified light bulbs. We suggest you print this information and take it to the store with you as a helpful reference.

To begin, follow these easy steps and visit these helpful Web sites:

STEP ONE:

Take inventory of the light fixtures in your home that are used the most, such as:

• Kitchen ceiling light
• Living or family room table and floor lamps
• Outdoor porch or post lamps

Begin using CFLs in these fixtures to save the most energy and money.
Click here to learn how to match the right types of CFLs with the right fixtures.

STEP TWO:

Purchase CFLs at deep discounts using these convenient methods:

1. Shop at our online store
2. Visit a participating retailer
3. Order by phone by calling 1-866-845-7085 toll free, Monday through Friday 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. or Saturday 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. to speak with a customer service representative or to request an order form.

VALUABLE RESOURCES:

ENERGY STAR CFL Information – Learn more about how CFLs can save you money and impact the environment.
ENERGY STAR Choose a Light Guide – Find CFLs that best meet your needs.