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Learn How Solar POWERS Illinois
The Illinois solar energy industry is supercharged, and now is the time to join the solar movement. Browse the links below to explore the latest insights, studies, reports, and news to brighten your understanding of the Illinois solar landscape.
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Lawmakers, Consumer Advocates, Organized Labor and Workforce Equity Advocates, and the Illinois Clean Jobs Coalition Urge Passage of the Clean and Reliable Grid Affordability Act
As Illinois’ fall veto session resumes today, a broad coalition including organized labor, clean energy industries, and environmental and consumer advocates are calling on legislators to pass the Clean and Reliable Grid Affordability (CRGA) Act (SB25) to lower electricity costs and support clean energy jobs across the state.
Oct 28
Solar Powers Illinois: June Newsletter
Catch up on solar news from across the state with SPI's June newsletter!
Jul 1
Illinois Energy Bill: Solar Leaders React to Close of Legislative Session
Solar Powers Illinois network reacts to session adjourning before the passage of an Energy Omnibus.
Jun 1
Faces of Solar: Keyon McLaurin, Commercial Solar Installer at Knobelsdorff
Keyon works as a Commercial Solar Installer at Knobelsdorff, where he constructs and maintains photovoltaic systems for commercial solar projects.
May 29
Faces of Solar: Mitchell Heydenberk, Operations Manager at Continental Energy Solutions
As the Operations Manager at Continental Energy Solutions, Mitchell works to ensure people across Illinois have access to solar energy to power their homes and businesses.
Apr 22
Illinois Carport Showcases Unique Usage for Commercial Solar
While many companies may assume rooftops are the only place for solar, Windfree showed Turano that carports are an equally great solution, especially when roof space is limited or when a large parking lot exists.
Apr 21
How Solar is Creating a Lifelong Impact on Rockford Youth
With solar energy now supporting their operations, CCS can redirect funds previously allocated for utilities into serving more youth.
Mar 26
Solar Powers Illinois: February Newsletter
What's new in Illinois clean energy legislation?
Feb 28
Faces of Solar: Marion Jones, Vice President of Workforce Development and DEIJ Engagement at Nexamp
As VP of Workforce Development and DEIJ engagement at Nexamp, her role allows her to create lasting change in the solar industry.
Feb 27
Galesburg Gets Illinois’ First Community-Driven Community Solar Project
The Blue Grama Solar project is making history as the Illinois' first-ever energized Community-Driven Community Solar project!
Feb 27
Sen. Cunningham and Rep. Evans Introduce Energy Storage Bill to Save Consumers $2.4 Billion
Illinois families and businesses would see lower energy bills under HB3758/SB2497, a newly filed bill by Sen. Cunningham and Rep. Evans.
Feb 25
Faces of Solar: Rebecca Corley, Performance Analyst at SunVest Solar
Rebecca applies her expertise to renewable energy, analyzing solar site performance to maximize energy output.
Jan 22
Bringing Community Solar to Livingston County Residents
AES is bringing to life the Vermilion I solar project, which has been in development since 2017.
Jan 21
2025 Illinois Solar Energy Discounts & Tax Benefits Guide
Are you thinking of installing solar energy for your Illinois home or business in 2025?
Dec 16, 2024
Clean Energy Industries Rally Behind Bills to Save Ratepayers $3 Billion Through Grid Modernization
Clean energy legislation will lower consumer costs, meet climate goals, create high-quality careers, and future-proof Illinois' energy grid.
Oct 15, 2024
Faces of Solar: Sophia Peters, Senior Accountant, Trajectory Energy Partners
Sophia Peters’ journey into the solar industry is rooted in her passion for protecting the environment. While pursuing her undergraduate...
Sep 26, 2024
Faces of Solar: Cynthia Myers, Service Manager at Windfree Solar
Cynthia Myers calls herself the “Solar Princess.” She is a single mother and a fierce champion of the solar industry with over six years...
Aug 23, 2024
Faces of Solar: Breanna Plucinski, Development Analyst at AES Clean Energy
After studying Environmental Science, Breanna Plucinski knew that she wanted to work in environmental sustainability, but she wasn’t sure...
Jul 30, 2024
U.S. Reaches Milestone of 5 Million Solar Installations
Just eight years ago, in 2016, the U.S. had reached one million solar installations across the country. Now, in 2024, the United States...
Jun 28, 2024
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