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Join Our Cooperative
Becoming a member of GEJC is your first step toward energy independence. Our cooperative is member-owned and member-controlled, ensuring that the benefits of clean energy stay within our communities.

Membership Options
- Low-Income Membership: $5 (for households below 80% of area median income)
- Standard Membership: $25
- Supporter/Organizational Membership: $750
All memberships are one-time, lifetime contributions and are refundable upon cancellation.1

Benefits of Membership
- Voting rights to help guide the future of the co-op
- Up to 20% savings per kWh on your electricity bill
- A share of any profits that the co-op distributes to its members
Coverage Areas
Coverage Areas
Solar Subscription Process: Step-by-Step Guide
Phase 1:
Becoming a Member
- Submit Application
- Complete the membership application form
- Provide proof of residence in the service area
- Select your membership tier
($5, $25, or $750) - Proof of income is required to qualify for a Low Income Membership
- Complete Membership Process
- Pay your one-time membership fee
- Sign the member agreement
- Receive your membership confirmation
Phase 2:
Solar Subscription
- Eligibility Verification
- Confirm you’re a cooperative member in good standing
- Verify your utility account is with ComEd
- Review your average electricity usage
- Subscription Sizing
- We’ll help determine the optimal subscription size based on:
- Your historical electricity usage
- Available capacity in our solar projects
- We’ll help determine the optimal subscription size based on:
- Enrollment
- Review and sign the solar subscription agreements
- Provide your utility account information
- Receive your subscription confirmation
- Account Integration
- We coordinate with ComEd to link your account
- Solar credits begin appearing on your bill
- You’ll receive regular updates on your solar production
Phase 3:
Ongoing Membership
- Bill Management
- Monthly solar credits appear on your ComEd bill
- Pay reduced rate for solar credits
- Track your savings through our member portal
- Participation
- Vote on cooperative decisions
- Attend member meetings
- Receive profit-sharing distributions
- Access member education resources
Important Notes:
- You only subscribe to what you can use
- No hidden fees or unexpected charges
- Full transparency on all costs and savings
- Ongoing support from our member services team