Ameren Illinois Partners with City of Herrin to Accelerate Municipal Fleet Electrification

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    "title": "Ameren Illinois Partners with City of Herrin to Accelerate Municipal Fleet Electrification",
    "excerpt": "Ameren Illinois partners with City of Herrin to accelerate municipal fleet electrification.\n\n* mike mohundro * jan 23, 2026 updated 3 hrs ago.\n\nHERRIN, Ill. (WSIL) - Ameren Illinois and the City of Herrin have announced a new partnership aimed at transitioning the city's municipal vehicle fleet to electric vehicles, marking a significant step toward cleaner transportation and long-term cost savings for the community.\n\nThrough Ameren Illinois' Community Engagement and Consultation (CEC) Program, the utility is providing $50,000 in funding along with technical support and strategic planning assistance to help Herrin develop and implement a comprehensive transportation electrification plan. The initiative is designed to support the city as it evaluates fleet needs, charging infrastructure and long-term sustainability goals.\n\nThe CEC Program is a key component of Ameren Illinois' Beneficial Electrification Plan, which supports municipalities and community-based organizations pursuing electric vehicle infrastructure and adoption. The program plays a central role in helping local governments overcome common barriers to EV deployment while advancing Illinois' broader clean energy and sustainability objectives, particularly in downstate communities.\n\n\"We are proud to partner with Herrin in advancing cleaner transportation solutions,\" said Mark Minden, efficient electrification and...",
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