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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.

Report: Illinois Among Top States for Solar and Other Clean Energy Growth

Nov 27

Reports and Studies

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.

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Sep 26

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...

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Aug 23

Faces of Solar

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...

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Oak Park Rec Center Brings Solar Energy Democracy to the Community

Jul 8

Project Highlights

Oak Park Rec Center Brings Solar Energy Democracy to the Community

The Oak Park Community Recreation Center's 650 solar panels show how even large buildings can achieve Net Zero emissions.

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U.S. Reaches Milestone of 5 Million Solar Installations

Jun 28

Reports and Studies

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...

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Senator Stadelman Learns How Community Solar is Benefiting Rockford

Jun 28

Project Highlights

Senator Stadelman Learns How Community Solar is Benefiting Rockford

Illinois Senator Steve Stadelman recently visited Rockford to tour a solar installation made possible by public investment in clean...

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Jun 28

Faces of Solar

Faces of Solar: Kay Nguyen, Project Finance Analyst at SunVest

Cuong (Kay) Nguyen moved to the United States from Vietnam seven years ago as an international student. After receiving his undergraduate...

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May 10

Faces of Solar

Faces of Solar: Isaiah Field, Project Construction Manager at Trajectory Energy Partners

Isaiah Field wanted to start his career off in construction, but when presented with the unique opportunity to enter into both the...

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Collins Aerospace Celebrates Groundbreaking of New Solar Farm in Rockford

May 8

Project Highlights

Collins Aerospace Celebrates Groundbreaking of New Solar Farm in Rockford

On Friday, April 26, RTX’s Collins Aerospace broke ground on a 6.5-acre, 2.6 MW solar farm in Rockford, Illinois. Located at their...

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Community Solar Helps Dixon Park District Move Toward a 100% Clean Energy Future

Apr 24

Project Highlights

Community Solar Helps Dixon Park District Move Toward a 100% Clean Energy Future

Meadows Park – a host of hiking trails, soccer fields, and riverfront in Dixon, about an hour southwest of Rockford – will soon be home...

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Feb 28

Faces of Solar

Faces of Solar: Chris Williams, CEO of Millennium Solar Electric Inc.

The Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA) has launched the Illinois solar industry into a golden age, providing Illinoisans with an...

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Jan 26

Faces of Solar

Faces of Solar: Deanna Hernandez, Senior Solar Diagnostics Technician, Sunrun (Illinois)

The solar industry is booming in Illinois, creating thousands of high-quality and family-supporting careers for Illinoisans. From...

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Jan 17

Faces of Solar

Faces of Solar: Jeremy Vavrik, President of Fresh Coast Solar

Established in 2018, Fresh Coast Solar, led by President and Co-Founder Jeremy Vavrik, is at the forefront of a solar revolution...

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