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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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How Illinois Homeowners Achieved $0 Energy Bills with Solar and Storage
How two Illinois residents have used solar and battery storage to lower their energy bills to $0.
Sep 153 min read
Faces of Solar: Jeff Gahris, DuPage Forest Preserve District Commissioner
From his decades of experience in environmental protection, to powering his own home with solar panels, supporting clean energy is both professional and personal for Jeff Gahris.
Sep 153 min read
Statement: Solar Powers Illinois Celebrates Illinois Power Agency’s Energy Storage Procurement
The Illinois Power Agency has closed its first energy storage procurement, showing rapid progress on the Clean and Reliable Grid Affordability Act (CRGA).
Aug 262 min read
What Is Illinois’ CRGA Bill? Everything You Need to Know About the Clean and Reliable Grid Affordability Act.
The Clean and Reliable Grid Affordability Act (CRGA) will help lower Illinois energy prices by up to $13 billion over the next 20 years
Jul 75 min read
Solar Powers Illinois Statement on 2026 Illinois Energy Price Increases
Solar Powers Illinois provides insight into the Illinois' new electricity rates taking effect on June 1, 2026.
Jun 21 min read
Energy Storage Gives This Illinois Homeowner a Backup During Power Outages
An Illinois homeowner shares how home battery storage keeps power on during outages—and how CRGA will expand affordable energy storage statewide.
Feb 263 min read
2026 Illinois Solar & Storage Incentives Guide: Rebates, Tax Credits & Discounts for Homeowners and Businesses
Discover all 2026 Illinois solar discounts, incentives, rebates, and tax credits. Learn how CEJA and CRGA savings can reduce the cost of solar panels and battery storage for homes and businesses.
Feb 44 min read
Solar & Storage Industry Leaders Applaud Passage of Clean and Reliable Grid Affordability Act
Landmark energy legislation will lower Illinois electricity costs, create jobs, and counter harmful federal policies.
Oct 30, 20252 min read
Report: Illinois Among Top States for Solar and Other Clean Energy Growth
Yet another report has affirmed Illinois’ status as a national clean energy leader.
Nov 27, 20242 min read
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