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POWERING A BRIGHT FUTURE
for Illinois Through Solar Energy
HOW DOES SOLAR POWER ILLINOIS?
Workforce
Stimulation
5,900+ Solar Jobs
376 Solar Companies in Illinois
$82 million invested in workforce development
Economic
Impact
$12.8 billion in investments
Solar capacity expected to grow by more than 11,900 MW in the next 5 years (5th in the nation)
Financial
Savings*
Go solar to save money on your electric bill
Tax incentives, credits, rebates, and programs can offset the cost of a solar installation
The cost to install solar over the last decade has declined by 42%
*Individual savings will vary. Please visit the ISEA solar calculator for an estimate unique to your situation.
Environmental
Benefits
Lowers reliance on fossil fuels
Healthier air quality
Mitigates climate change
Photo Credits: StraightUp Solar
WHO WE ARE
Powered by Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA), Illinois Solar Energy and Storage Association and the Illinois Solar Education Association (ISEA), and the Coalition for Community Solar Access (CCSA), Solar Powers Illinois promotes the benefits of the Illinois solar industry and raises awareness of the value of solar energy.
Solar Powers Illinois aims to build upon the groundwork laid by the landmark Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA) to further the advancement of the solar industry to benefit all Illinoisans.
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Did you know?
Illinois has over 130,000 solar installations — enough to power more than 1.1 million homes!
You can learn fun facts like these and more through the Solar Powers Illinois newsletter.
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