Bostik Inc. has filed an application with the Illinois State PUC for a Certificate of Service Authority under Section 16-115 of the Public Utilities Act. This application seeks authorization to operate as an Alternative Retail Electric Supplier (ARES), a type of service authority that allows companies to sell electricity directly to consumers. The filing, dated March 23, 2026, is categorized as a Certificate of Public Convenience & Necessity and is currently in the initial administrative phase, with an Administrative Law Judge assigned.

Companies seeking to enter the retail electric supply market in Illinois must obtain this certification. Compliance officers for entities considering similar market entry should review the specific requirements outlined in Section 16-115 of the Public Utilities Act and monitor the progress of this application. While no specific compliance deadline is mentioned, the case status indicates an ongoing review process. Failure to obtain the necessary authority before commencing operations could result in penalties or enforcement actions by the State PUC.