Insights on community solar, clean energy policy, and building equitable partnerships across Illinois.
In February 2026, the Illinois Commerce Commission approved the Illinois Power Agency's 2026 Long-Term Renewable Resources Procurement Plan. The headline number: 1,000 MW of new Illinois Shines
Most people know about rooftop solar panels. Fewer realize you can benefit from solar energy without installing anything on your property — no panels, no permits, no upfront cost. That’s the idea behind community solar, and it’s one of the fastest-growing ways Americans are accessing clean energy.
Whether you represent a municipality, own land, or want to bring clean energy to your community, we'd like to hear from you.
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