Projects

Community solar is rapidly reshaping how Illinois residents access clean energy — especially for those who cannot install rooftop panels themselves. In Will County, the County Line and Bemes Road community solar expansions, developed by Luminace, are bringing more than 9 megawatts (MW) of new renewable capacity directly to local subscribers. These projects represent a…

Illinois’ clean energy transformation is accelerating, and few projects better illustrate that momentum than the Prairie Solar Project in Champaign County. Developed by BayWa r.e., this massive 183-megawatt (MW) solar installation spans approximately 800 acres and represents one of the most significant utility-scale renewable developments in the region. As the project moves toward completion this…

Illinois is proving that clean energy development and agriculture do not have to compete for land. In Henry County, the Green River Solar Project demonstrates how agrivoltaics — the practice of combining solar energy production with agricultural use — can deliver environmental, economic, and community benefits simultaneously. By integrating 6.5 megawatts (MW) of solar generation…

Across Illinois, former industrial sites are finding new purpose as clean energy assets. One of the most compelling examples is the Lockport East & West project in Will County — a 37-acre former oil refinery site transformed into an 8.6-megawatt (MW) solar energy installation. This project represents more than just renewable power generation. It demonstrates…

Finding money for your energy project can feel like a tough journey. It's like trying to find your way through a maze with many twists and turns. You see lots of acronyms like ITC, GA, and PV, each promising to help you move forward.This is your guide through the maze. We're not here to promise…