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What solar incentives are available in Illinois?
As a homeowner in Illinois, you have access to several different tax incentives that make solar panels more affordable. Solar incentives are available at both the federal and state levels to help you save thousands on your investment in solar energy.
Solar Calculator is here to help you take the next step in your transition to renewable energy. Below, we’ll discuss some of the different ways you can make solar more affordable.
Federal solar incentives
As part of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, congress passed several clean energy provisions to reduce energy costs. Among those provisions was an extension and upgrade of the Federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC).
Federal Investment Tax Credit
The Federal ITC allows you to claim 30% of your total equipment and installation costs on your federal taxes. There is no minimum or maximum amount you can claim and it includes equipment, installation, permitting, and even battery storage.
The ITC will remain at 30% until December 31, 2032. After that it will be reduced to 26% until December 31, 2033, then to 22% the following year. The ITC is currently set to disappear in 2035 unless it is renewed.
Who is eligible for the Federal ITC?
Most homeowners will qualify for the Federal ITC, but not all. You must meet the following criteria to claim your 30% tax credit:
The Federal ITC will also cover the following expenses:
Homeowners save around $10,000 on average with the Federal ITC. But that number can be higher or lower depending on your total expenses.
How to claim the Federal ITC
Claiming your Federal ITC couldn’t be easier. All you have to do is fill out IRS form 5695 and submit it with your tax return. You can consult with a tax professional for more assistance.
Local solar incentives
Who’s eligible : Local Government, Nonprofit, Residential, Schools, Multifamily Residential
How to apply : Information for this program is taken from the 2024 Long-Term Renewable Resources Procurement Plan As part of its Renewable Portfolio Standard, Illinois operates two SREC purchase programs to support deployment of solar photovoltaic generation. By offering more generous REC prices than the Illinois Shines program, the Illinois Solar for All program incents low-income residents (as well as non-profit and public facilities) to participate in solar projects, whether as a system owner, community solar project subscriber, or system host. The Illinois Solar for All Program consists of four sub-programs: the Low-Income Single-Family and Small Multifamily Solar Incentive (also referred to as "Residential Solar (Small)"); the Low-Income Community Solar Project Initiative (referred to as "Community Solar"); the Non-Profit and Public Facilities program; and the Low-Income Multifamily Solar Incentive (referred to as "Residential Solar (Large)"). The Illinois Solar for All Program also offers incentives through the Bright Neighborhoods Initiative in select areas. The initiative provides solar panels at no upfront cost to participants in West Garfield Park (Chicago), Waukegan, and the Carbondale-Marion area. Enrollment was open through March 31, 2024. Illinois Solar for All is recommending design changes for a re-launch of the Bright Neighborhoods initiative for the new program year.
Who’s eligible : Commercial, Industrial, Residential, Schools, Federal Government, Multifamily Residential
How to apply : Information for this program is taken from the Illinois Shines Program Guidebook and the 2024 Long-Term Renewable Resources Procurement Plan The Illinois Shines Program is a state-administered solar incentive program created to facilitate the development of new photovoltaic distributed generation and community solar projects through the issuance of renewable energy credit delivery contracts. At least 50% of Illinois's solar REC procurement target must be supplied through this program. Illinois Shines contains six program categories: 1) Small DG (less than or equal to 25 kW); 2) Large DG (greater than 25 kW up to 5 MW); 3) Traditional Community Solar; 4) Public Schools; 5) Community-Driven Community Solar; and 6) Equity-Eligible Contractors. Blocks available through the program have historically been divided between Group A (projects located in the service territories of Ameren Illinois, MidAmerican, Mt. Carmel Public Utility, and rural electric cooperatives and municipal utilities located in MISO) and Group B (projects located in the service territories of ComEd, and rural electric cooperatives and municipal utilities located in PJM). In the 2024 Long-Term Renewable Resources Procurement Plan, the Illinois Power Agency (IPA) has proposed eliminating the separate groups for the Small DG and Large DG program categories. Blocks open at the start of each program year (June 1) and remain open until annual capacity is exhausted; projects that apply within a program year but when capacity is exhausted are placed on a waitlist. Although Illinois Shines is a REC purchase program, capacity is allocated through MW rather than annual MWh delivered. The total annual capacity for the program was 667 MW in 2022-2023 and 2023-2024; it was increased to 800 MW for the 2024-2025 program year. History In December 2016 the Illinois General Assembly passed Public Act 99-0906, known as the Future Energy Jobs Act, which took effect on June 1, 2017. This statute required the development and ongoing operation of an “Adjustable Block” program. This program, also known as the Illinois Shines program, is intended to facilitate the development of new community solar and distributed photovoltaic generation projects, and must feature a “transparent schedule of prices and quantities” for RECs “to enable the photovoltaic market to scale up and for renewable energy credit prices to adjust at a predictable rate over time.” Public Act 99-0906 provided for three program categories, 1) Small Distributed Generation (behind the meter projects up to 10 kW AC); 2) Large Distributed Generation (behind the meter projects over 10 kW AC up to 2 MW AC); and 3) Community Solar. Public Act 102-0662 (“P.A. 102-0662”), known as the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act, became effective on September 15, 2021. This sweeping energy legislation amended the IPA Act as well as other Illinois laws that affect the Program and its requirements, thus significantly modifying the Illinois Shines program. First, P.A. 102-0662 expanded the number of project categories in the Program from three to six. The three additional categories are: Community-Driven Community Solar, Public Schools, and the Equity Eligible Contractor category. Additionally, P.A. 102-0662 provided that most projects that participate in the Program were now subject to requirements under the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act. This means individuals engaged in the construction of applicable projects submitted to the Program must be paid the relevant prevailing wage. Prevailing wage is a minimum compensation level set by the Illinois Department of Labor (“IDOL”) by county for construction activities related to public works. P.A. 102-0662 introduced new equity provisions for the Program. This statute introduced the concept of an Equity Eligible Person, an Equity Eligible Contractor, and the Minimum Equity Standard, all under an umbrella called the Equity Accountability System. The Minimum Equity Standard (“MES”) requires that starting June 1, 2023, 10% of the workforce on projects developed for the Program be made up of equity eligible persons, with an increase of this percentage to 30% by 2030. All participants in the Program must comply with the MES on an annual basis. Additionally, P.A. 102-0662 shifted the Program away from a cascading block program to an annual block program. Annual blocks of capacity are released for the Program each year on the first day of the Program year, which aligns with the Delivery year. As such, Program years span from June 1st through May 31st of the following calendar year. Once annual blocks of capacity are full, new capacity is not released until the subsequent Program year. P.A. 102-0662 also requires the Agency to “collect data from program applicants in order to track and improve equitable distribution of benefits across Illinois communities for all procurements the Agency conducts.” The IPA specifically requires the Agency to collect certain information, including but not limited to the racial or ethnic identities and geographic residencies of employees and agents of Program applicants and participants. The Agency has determined that a two-part data collection process will be utilized to collect demographic and geographic information required under the Act; that is, information will be collected both through project applications and through the annual report submitted by Approved Vendors. In order to facilitate the ongoing tracking and collection of information from Approved Vendors’ employees and subcontractors, the Part II application will now collect information on the race, gender, and residential ZIP code of all employees or employees of subcontractors involved in the construction/installation of a particular project and the approximate hours worked. Approved Vendors will also be required to indicate whether any of the workers involved in the construction/installation of the project are graduates from the Solar Training Pipeline Program, Craft Apprentice Program, Multi-Cultural Job Training Program, or another job training program. As additional workforce development programs established by Public Act 102-0662 come online, they will be added to the options available for selection.
Who’s eligible : Commercial, Industrial, Residential, Federal Government
How to apply : Illinois uses a specific formula to value commercial solar energy systems for property tax purposes in counties with fewer than 3 million inhabitants. "Commercial" in this sense means that the system is used primarily to generate electricity for wholesale or retail sale, rather than referring to the customer class. The valuation formula is calculated by substracting allowance for physical depreciation from the trended real property cost basis (set at $218,000 per MW of nameplate capacity in 2018, with adjustments for CPI inflation). More information is available here.
Who’s eligible : Commercial, Industrial, Residential
How to apply : Illinois offers a special assessment of solar energy systems for property tax purposes. When a claim for alternate valuation is filed, the chief county assessment officer is required to ascertain two values: the value of the improvements as if equipped with a conventional heating or cooling system and the value of the improvements as equipped with the solar energy system. The alternate valuation is the lesser of these two values. Eligible equipment includes both active and passive solar energy systems. The exemption is not valid for equipment that is equally usable in a conventional energy system or for components that serve non-solar energy generating (e.g., structural, aesthetic, insulating, etc.) purposes. This exemption also does not apply to commercial solar energy systems in counties with fewer than 3,000,000 inhabitants. "Commercial" in this context refers to systems that generate electricity primarily for wholesale or retail sale, not on-site use; the definition does not refer to customer class. Application for Solar Assessment Those who wish to have their solar energy property valued in this fashion must file the State of Illinois PTAX-330 property tax form with their local county assessor's office. Forms are available online and through each Illinois county assessor's office.
Who’s eligible : State Government
How to apply : State Green Building Standards Illinois requires that all new state-funded construction or major renovations are required to seek LEED, Green Globes, or equivalent certification. The Green Buildings Act (July 2009) defines major renovations as projects with a budget of at least 40% of a building's replacement cost and makes the following requirements based on the U.S. Green Building Council's Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) rating system: New buildings and major renovations of less than 10,000 square feet must meet the highest LEED standard (or equivalent standard) that is practical. Certification is not required. New buildings and renovations of 10,000 square feet or larger must be LEED Silver (or two-globe rating in the Green Building Initiative's Green Globe program) certified and receive all LEED credits deemed mandatory by the CDB. Exemptions to the requirements are granted for buildings that are not "comfort" conditioned. In addition, agencies may apply for waivers from the requirements if they can demonstrate that the adhering to the standard would result in unreasonable financial burden; an impediment to construction; a functional impairment to the building; or would compromise the historic nature of the building. The Capital Development Board is responsible for analyzing and evaluating these requirements. Public Act 098-0623 requires that school districts applying for school construction grants must earn LEED Silver certification. Exceptions include the following: The renovation or replacement school construction project is less than 40% replacement cost, or the project has been granted a waiver by the Capital Development Board in consultation with the State Board of Education in accordance with rules promulgated pursuant to this Law; The school construction project is located in a county that borders the Mississippi River with a population of more than 33,000 and less than 34,000, according to the 2010 decennial census; The school district for which the school construction grant will be issued has no more than 1,100 students, with the relevant school facility housing no more than 700 students; The facilities for which the school construction grant will be used have been condemned as of July 23, 2012; and State Agency Energy Efficiency In 2007 the Illinois legislature enacted additional legislation specifically addressing energy efficiency in state government. The new law directs all executive branch state agencies to set a goal of reducing energy use by 10% within 10 years (2018). It also requires executive branch state agencies to purchase Energy Star equipment, including air conditioners, computers, appliances, and office equipment. Both requirements are subject to a cost-effectiveness evaluation by the Department of Central Management Services to be completed by January 1, 2009. The results of the evaluation will determine whether or not the requirements remain in effect. In April 2009, Governor Quinn signed Executive Order 7 to better coordinate energy savings activities in State government. Specifically, EO 7 directs the Department of Central Management Services to implement a program to increase energy efficiency, track and reduce energy usage, and improve energy procurement for all State-owned and State-leased facilities. To facilitate these actions, the executive order creates an "Energy Efficiency Committee" consisting of several agency heads from various departments (Dept of Central Management Services, Dept of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, and Capital Development Board). The committee will oversee energy audits, implementation of subsequent recommendations, procure equipment/services designed to decrease energy consumption at State-owned and State-leased facilities. It will help agencies better take advantage of incentives available for energy efficiency upgrades. The committee is authorized to collect and pay all utility bills for State-owned and leased facilities for all agencies and then bill the agencies for reimbursement. History In August 2005, the state of Illinois enacted legislation establishing a Green Building Advisory Committee (GBAC) to assist the state Capital Development Board (CDB) in determining the appropriate green building standards for new state construction and major renovations. The subsequent GBAC guidelines were adopted.
Can you claim multiple tax incentives in Illinois?
Yes. You are allowed to claim multiple solar incentives for the same installation. However, you can only claim each incentive once. For more guidance on how to claim your solar tax incentives, talk to your installer or consult with a licensed tax professional before submitting your tax forms.
Does Illinois offer tax exemptions?
Solar Renewable Energy Credit Program
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.illinoissfa.com/
Applicable Sectors : Local Government, Nonprofit, Residential, Schools, Multifamily Residential
Incentive Amount : Varies by program and year.
Implementing Sector : State
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://illinoisshines.com/
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Residential, Schools, Federal Government, Multifamily Residential
Incentive Amount : Varies by program type and year.
Implementing Sector : State
Rebate Program
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.comed.com/smart-energy/my-green-power-connection/solar-energy/solar-rebates
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Residential, Federal Government
Incentive Amount : $250 per kW for commercial and community solar $300 per kW for residential and small commercial
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.ameren.com/illinois/residential/supply-choice/renewables/rebates
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Residential, Federal Government
Incentive Amount : $300/kW for net metering customers $250/kW for non-net metering customers
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.comed.com/WaysToSave/ForYourBusiness/Pages/FactSheets/CINewConstructionOverview.aspx
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Nonprofit, Federal Government, Multifamily Residential, Institutional
Incentive Amount : Best Practices Pathway Multi-Family and Assisted Living: $0.08/gross square feet w/ additional incentives available for optional advanced measures. Office: $0.09/gross square feet w/ additional incentives available for optional advanced measures. Parking Garage: $0.04/gross square feet w/ additional incentives available for optional advanced measures. Retail and Grocery: $0.09/gross square feet w/ additional incentives available for optional advanced measures. Warehouse and Industrial: $0.09/gross square feet w/ additional incentives available for optional advanced measures. Design firms can earn $5,000 plus 5% of the owner’s incentive for the accurate submission of design workbooks for each building type. Performance Pathway All building types: $0.07/kWh (Electric) or $0.35/Therm (Gas) High Performance Design Incentive available for projects that achieve high-performance certifications/criteria. Achieve Certification – $5,000 Electric Building: Projects meeting the program's Electric Building requirements are eligible for an additional $10,000 incentive. Energy modeling and documentation – $5,000 plus 5% of the owner’s incentive.
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.powermoves.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/WVPA_CI_Program_Booklet__2023.pdf
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Federal Government, Agricultural
Incentive Amount : Lighting Occupancy Senesors: $20/unit Signs & Signals: $6 - $25/unit 8' T8 OR T12 Fluorescent Fixtures: $0.40/watt reduced Fixture Removal (Interior): $0.10/watt removed (see Program Guide for details) Exterior LEDs: $35 - $250/unit, varies by size Screw-In LEDs: $3 - $45/unit, varies by size Interior LEDs: $3 - $125/unit, varies by size Non-Lighting Rebates Chillers: $25 - $40/ton Air Cooled Unitary Packaged AC/Split Systems: $60 - $75/ton Air Source Heat Pumps: $60 - $95/ton Ground Source Heat Pumps: $500 - $750/ton Packaged Terminal Heat Pump: $50/unit Variable Frequency Drive: $40 - $100/HP Compressed Air Equipment: $3.50 - $60/HP Compressed Air No-Loss Drain: $100/drain Air-Entraining Nozzles: $25/nozzle Room AC: $20/unit Refrigeration Door/Frame Heater Control: $50/door Outside Air Economizer: $150/economizer New Construction Program Non-Agriculture Facilities Interior Lighting: $100 - $400/1,000 sq. ft (based on efficiency) Exterior Lighting: Up to $120/fixture Air Source Heat Pumps: $50 - $90/ton Geothermal Heat Pumps; $500 - $750/ton Air Cooled Unitary Packaged A/C and Split Systems: $60 - $75/ton VFDs on HVAC Systems: $100/HP Chillers: $25 - $40/ton Commercial Refrigeration: $40/HP VFDs on Process Systems: $80/HP VFD Screw Air Compressors: $60/HP Commercial Food Service Equipment: Varies Agriculture Facilities Lighting: $3 - $5 Custom Rebates Lighting and Lighting Controls Projects: $0.05/kWh saved in first year Non-Lighting Projects: $0.08/kWh saved in first year
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.midamericanenergy.com/il-ee-rebates
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount : Rebates Programmable Thermostat: up to $100/unit Discounts Air-Source Heat Pump: $225 - $375unit Central Air Conditioners: $150 - $300/unit Central Air Conditioners (large): $90/ton Desuperheater: $112.50/unit Ductless Split Heat Pumps: $300/unit Geothermal Heat Pumps: $900 - $1200/unit Heat Pump Water Heaters: $225/unit Natural Gas Furnace: $1.80/BTU
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://www.peoplesgasdelivery.com/home/rebates_direct.aspx
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount : Free Products Programmable Thermostat WaterSense Certified Showerheads WaterSense Certified Faucet Aerators Pipe Insulation Energy Star Certified LEDs Advanced Power Strips: Available at discount Smart Thermostat: Available at discount
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://www.peoplesgasdelivery.com/home/rebates.aspx
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount : Natural Gas Boiler: $150 - 500 Natural Gas Furnace: $200 - $225 Natural Gas Water Heater: $150 Programmable Thermostat: $20 Smart Thermostat: $25 Air Sealing: $0.40/CFM reduction, capped at $400 Wall Insulation: $0.50/sq. ft. capped at $400 Attic Insulation: $0.30/sq. ft. capped at $500 Duct Sealing: $2/CFM reduction, capped at $400
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://jcecoop.com/incentives
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Residential
Incentive Amount : HVAC Commercial Air Source Heat Pump & PTHPs: $250 per ton Ground Source Heat Pump: $500 - $700/ton Air Source Heat Pump & Mini Split: $200/ton Furnace with ECM Blower Motor: $35/unit Smart Thermostat: $25/unit Commercial and Industrial Agriculture Commercial Vending Machine Controls: $25/unit Electric Forklift Battery Charger: $200/unit Dairy Plate Cooler / Well Water Pre-Cooler: $500/unit Dairy Refrigeration Heat Recovery: $300/unit Low / Zero Energy Livestock Waterer: $50/unit Exhaust Fan: $1/inch Circulation Fan: $1/inch Scroll Refrigerator Compressor: $30/HP Variable Frequency Drive: $30/HP Appliances & Electric Inductive Range: $25 Clothes Dryer: $25 Clothes Washer: $25 Dehumidifier: $25 Dishwasher: $25 Refrigerator: $25 Heat Pump Clothes Dryer: $50 Refrigerator/Freezer Recycling: $25 Window A/C Recycling: $25 Water Heaters Residential Electric Water Heater: $150 - $300/unit Commercial Electric Water Heater: $150 - $300/unit Solar Storage Water Heater with Electric Back-Up: $150 - $300/unit Heat Pump Water Heater: $300/unit Lighting Measures LED Exit Sign: $5/sign LED Lamp/Fixture: $0.50/800 lumens/fixture Occupancy Sensor: $5/sensor Natural Gas Dryer: $50 Fireplace Insert: $50 Furnace or Boiler: $125 Generator: $50 Stove: $50 Water Heater: $50 Outdoor Appliances Pool Heater: $10% of equipment costs up to $150 Hot Tub: $10% of equipment costs up to $150 Fuel Switching: $100 Deck Heater: 10% of equipment costs up to $100 Outdoor Fire Pit: 10% of equipment costs up to $100 Grill: 10% of equipment costs up to $100 Insulation and Air-Sealing: Home Air-sealing/Insulation: 100% of insulation and/or air-sealing project costs up to $500. Home Energy Audit: 100% of the audit cost up to $300 for a paid audit.
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://epa.illinois.gov/topics/ceja/electric-vehicle-rebates.html
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount : $4,000 for non-motorcycle EVs $1,500 for electric motorcycles
Implementing Sector : State
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.midamericanenergy.com/il-residential-rebates
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount : Instant Discount: Central Air Conditioners - $101-$412 per unit Natural Gas Furnaces - $60-$213 per unit Rebate: Air Source Heat Pumps - $400-$600 per unit Ductless Mini-Splits - $150-$600 per unit Smart Thermostats - Up to $75 per unit
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.midamericanenergy.com/il-business-rebates
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Construction, Industrial, Nonprofit, Schools, Federal Government, Agricultural, Institutional
Incentive Amount : Commercial New Construction Incentives vary, see program for details Curtailment Program Incentives vary, see program for details Data Center Advantage Electric: $0.12/kWh Natural Gas: $1.50/therm See program for further details Heating and Cooling Equipment Air-Source Heat Pump: $225 - $600/unit Central A/C (Small): $75 - $300/unit Chillers: $15 - $100/ton Natural Gas Boilers: Up to $6.50/MBtuh Natural Gas Furnace: $175/unit Lighting for Business Customers in Illinois Rebates vary; see application for more details. Direct Project Assistance Electric: $0.12 - $0.18/kWh Natural Gas: $1.50/therm See program for further details
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://accel.peoplesgasdelivery.com/business/rebates_ci.aspx
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Federal Government, Multifamily Residential
Incentive Amount : Steam Trap Rebates Steam Trap Testing: Up to $20 per unit Steam Trap Repair/Replace: $30 - $300 Steam Trap Monitoring System: $50 - $150 Pipe Insulation: $2.50 - $10/linear ft. Fitting Insulation: $5 - $14/fitting Valve Insulation: $13 - $28/valve Tank Insulation: $4.50 - $8/sq. ft. Steam Trap Jackets: $8/unit Space Heating Space Heating Hot Water Boilers: $1.25/MBH Input Space Heating Steam Boilers: $1.00/ MBH Input Rebates for pipe insulation, controls, valves, tune-ups, and smart thermostats are available. See application for greater details on products and rebates. Hot Water Natural Gas Water Heaters: $1 - $150/MBH input On-Demand Circulating Hot Water Pump: $7 - $35/unit Other Products Ozone Laundry: $10 - $25/lbs capacity Modulating Commercial Gas Clothes Dryer Retrofit: $150 - $300/unit High-Speed Commercial Washers: $2 - $4/lbs capacity Dock Door Seals: $200/unit Kitchen and Food Service: varies by product, see application for details
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.northshoregasdelivery.com/savings/business/rebates-ci
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Federal Government, Multifamily Residential
Incentive Amount : Steam Trap Rebates Steam Trap Testing: Up to $20 per unit Steam Trap Repair/Replace: $30 - $300 Steam Trap Monitoring System: $50 - $150 Pipe Insulation: $2.50 - $10/linear ft. Fitting Insulation: $5 - $14/fitting Valve Insulation: $13 - $28/valve Tank Insulation: $4.50 - $8/sq. ft. Steam Trap Jackets: $8/unit Space Heating Space Heating Hot Water Boilers: $1.25/MBH Input Space Heating Steam Boilers: $1.00/ MBH Input Rebates for pipe insulation, controls, valves, tune-ups, and smart thermostats are available. See application for greater details on products and rebates. Hot Water Natural Gas Water Heaters: $1 - $150/MBH input On-Demand Circulating Hot Water Pump: $7 - $35/unit Other Products Ozone Laundry: $10 - $25/lbs capacity Modulating Commercial Gas Clothes Dryer Retrofit: $150 - $300/unit High-Speed Commercial Washers: $2 - $4/lbs capacity Dock Door Seals: $200/unit Kitchen and Food Service: varies by product, see application for details
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.powermoves.com/rebates/residential/
Applicable Sectors : Residential, Multifamily Residential
Incentive Amount : Dual Fuel Heat Pump: $500/unit Pool Pump: $250/unit Cold Climate Heat Pump: $1,500/unit Non-Cold Climate Heat Pump: $250 - $750/unit Heat Pump Water Heater: $600/unit Geothermal Heat Pump Closed Loop: Up to $2,000/unit Geothermal Heat Pump Open Loop: Up to $1,000/unit Wi-Fi Thermostat: $45/unit
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://accel.northshoregasdelivery.com/home/rebates_residential.aspx
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount : HVAC, Water Heating, and Insulation Furnace: $200 Boiler: $150 - $500 Water Heater (Tankless): $150 Water Heater (Indirect): $150 Programmable Thermostat: $20 Smart Thermostat: $25 Attic Insulation: $0.30/sq. ft. Air Sealing: $0.40/sq. ft. Wall Insulation: $0.50/sq. ft. Duct Sealing: $2/CFM reduction
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://www.northshoregasdelivery.com/home/rebates_direct.aspx
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount : Free Products Programmable Thermostat WaterSense Certified Showerheads WaterSense Certified Faucet Aerators Pipe Insulation Energy Star Certified LEDs Discounts Available Advanced Power Strips Smart Thermostat
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.nicorgas.com/business/ways-to-save/rebates.html
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Federal Government, Multifamily Residential
Incentive Amount : Space and Water Heating Condensing Boilers: $500 - $4,500 Non-Condensing Steam Boilers: $400 - $2,500 Boiler Radiator Replacement: $60 Boiler Descaling: $0.50/MBTUH, up to $1,500 per boiler Boiler reset controls: $1.25/MBTUH Furnaces: $300 - $400 Infrared Heaters: $700 Condensing Unit Heaters: $325 Direct-Fired Space Heaters: $250 - $750 Storage Water Heaters: $50-$100 Central domestic hot water controls: $660 per control Programmable Thermostat: $25 Steam Traps Commercial Steam Traps <15 psig: $50 per trap Dry Cleaner Steam Traps >15 psig: $200 per trap Industrial/Process Steam Trap >15 psig: $300 per trap Efficiency Improvements Compressed Air Heat Recovery: $50/HP Pipe Insulation: Up to $2 - $4/ln. ft. Pool/Spa Covers: $0.75 - $1.25/sq. ft. Ozone Laundry: $10/pound of capacity Clothes Dryer Modulation Controls: $100 Demand-Controlled Ventilation: $20 Kitchen Demand-Controlled Ventilation: $500/HP Overhead Garage Door Spring Loaded Hinge: $50/door Boiler Tune-Ups Space Heating Boilers: $0.50/MBTUH, up to $1,500 Process Heating Boilers: $0.50/MBTUH, up to $1,500 Commercial Food Service Equipment Varies widely by equipment, see website for details. Agriculture Equipment Varies widely by equipment, see website for details. Custom Incentive: $0.60 - $0.80/therm saved; varies by building type and savings
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.imea.org/Electric%20Efficiency%20Program.html
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Local Government, Nonprofit, Schools, Federal Government, Agricultural, Institutional
Incentive Amount : Lighting: Varies widely Compressed Air Air Compressors: $60/HP Compressed Air Nozzles: $20/nozzle Refrigeration Measures Solid Door Refrigerators: $45 Glass Door Refrigerators: $45 Solid Door Freezers: $100 Glass Door Freezers: $200 Automatic Door Closers for Walk-In Coolers and Freezers: $100 Door Heater Controls: $40 Reach-In Freezer or Coolers: $35 Walk-In Freezers or Coolers: $60 Evaporator Fan Control: $60 Strip Curtains: $20 - $200 Variable Speed Drives VSDs for HVAC Supply and Return Fans: $60/HP VSDs for HVAC Pumps and Cooling Fans: $60/HP Custom Incentive: $0.07/annual kWh savings
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://www.cornbeltenergy.com/programs-services/rebate-program.html
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount : HVAC Dual Fuel Heat Pump: $750/unit Pool Pump: $250/unit Air Source Heat Pump (Whole Home): Up to $1,500/unit Air Source Heat Pump (Partial Home): Up to $600/unit Heat Pump Water Heater: Up to $800/unit Geothermal Heat Pump replacement: up to $750/unit Geothermal Heat Pump: up to $2,000/unit Water Heaters Hybrid Water Heater: $400 - $800/unit Electric Water Heater: $100 - $300/unit Miscellaneous Load Control Program: $50 Wi-Fi Thermostat: $45 Variable Speed Pool Pump: $250 Electric Vehicle Circuit Installation: $100 - $200
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.powermoves.com/energy-efficiency/businesses-and-farms/
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Federal Government, Agricultural
Incentive Amount : Non-Lighting Measures Chillers: $25 - $40/ton Air Cooled Unitary Packaged AC/Split Systems: $60 - $75/ton Air Source Heat Pumps: $80 - $95/ton Ground Source Heat Pumps: $500 - $750/ton Packaged Terminal Heat Pump: $50/unit Variable Frequency Drive: $40 - $100/HP Compressed Air Equipment: $3.50 - $100, varies by equipment Room AC: $20/unit Refrigeration Door/Frame Heater Control: $50/door Outside Air Economizer: $150 Lighting Occupancy Sensors: $20/unit Signs & Signals: $6 - $25/unit Exterior LEDs: $35 - $250/unit Screw-In LEDs: $3 - $45/unit Interior LEDs: $3 - $125/unit New Construction Program See Program guide. Custom Rebates Lighting and Lighting Controls Projects: $0.05/kWh saved in first year Non-Lighting Projects: $0.08/kWh saved in first year
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://www.comed.com/WaysToSave/ForYourBusiness/Pages/SmallBusiness.aspx
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial
Incentive Amount : A FREE facility assessment: An authorized Energy Efficiency Service Provider will visit your facility and identify energy-saving opportunities that qualify for energy efficiency incentives. A custom project plan: Your Service Provider will give you a customized report with recommended energy efficiency measures for your facility and work with you to develop a project plan that fits your budget and timing. Full installation and incentive services: Once your Service Provider completes your project, you only pay the balance after incentives are applied (projects usually take no more than 60 days from pre-approval to installation).
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.comed.com/WaysToSave/ForYourBusiness/Pages/FactSheets/StandardIncentives.aspx
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Nonprofit, Federal Government, Multifamily Residential
Incentive Amount : Lighting Fixtures / Retrofits: $0.80 per watt reduced Sensors: $0.20 - $0.25 per watt controlled LED Signs: $12 - $40 Daylighting controls (indoor only): $0.15 per watt controlled Occupancy sensor plus daylighting controls (indoor only): $0.30 per watt controlled Time clocks for lighting: $0.03 per watt controlled Photocells (outdoor only): $0.08 per watt controlled Photocell plus time clock (outdoor only): $0.09 per watt controlled Municipal owned streetlights: $1.00 per watt reduced LED Traffic Signal 8" Lamp: $40 per lamp LED Traffic Signal 12" Lamp: $100 per lamp HVAC Water-Cooled Chiller: $5.00 for IPLV improvement/ton Air-Cooled Chiller: $6.00 for IPLV improvement/ton Chiller w/ VSD: $150/ton Oil-free bearing chiller: $250 per ton Chilled Water Reset Controls: $5/ton SEHA Tier 1 Room A/C: $30/ton PTAC/PTHP: $30/ton Packaged Rooftop Unit Advanced Controls Retrofit: $100/ton Guest Room Energy Management System: $50/guest room Demand Controlled Ventilation (Conditioned Space): $40/1,000 sq. ft. Restroom exhaust fan occupancy sensor: $10 per fan Wireless pneumatic thermostat: $100 per thermostat Air-side economizer: $50 per ton Electronically commutated motor on fan-powered box: $50 per motor High efficiency pumps and pumping efficiency improvements (retrofits): $15 per HP Rooftop unit: $20 per ton per EER above efficiency requirement Ground Source Heat Pump: $30 per ton per EER above minimum efficiency Energy Recovery Ventilator: $0.10 - $0.20 per SCFM VSD: $60 per ton or $150 per HP Energy Management System (not eligible for online application) Non-programmable pneumatic thermostats: $0.50 - $0.70 per sq. ft. of conditioned space Non-programmable electronic thermostats: $0.50 - $0.70 per sq. ft. of conditioned space Programmable thermostats: $0.30 - $0.50 per sq. ft. of conditioned space Existing digital EMS older than 15 years: $0.50 - $0.70 per sq. ft. of conditioned space Refrigeration EC Motor for Walk-In Cooler/Freezer: $60/motor EC Motor for Reach-In Refrigerated Case: $30/motor EC Motor with Evaporator Fan Controls for Walk-In Cooler/Freezer: $90/motor Anti-sweat heater controls for glass door cooler or freezer: $62.50 per door Display cases with doors: $260 per linear ft. Special door with low/no-anti sweat heaters: $190 per door Evaporator fan controls: $50 per controlled motor Demand defrost controls: $20 per evaporator fan motor Efficient refrigeration condenser: $10 per ton Floating head pressure controls: $60 per compressor HP LED refrigerated display case lighting: $60 per door Night covers: $10 per linear ft. Strip curtains: $4 per sq. ft. Automatic high speed doors: $50 per sq. ft. Automatic door closer: $120 per unit VSD for condenser fans: $150 per HP Lab Performance Low pressure drop HEPA filters: $75 per 1,000 CFM Low pressure drop high efficiency (non-HEPA) air filters: $20 per 1,000 CFM Reduce/optimize air changes per hour (ACH) in laboratory space: $0.75 per CFM Food Service Equipment ENERGY STAR® Electric Steam Cooker: $1,500/cooker Electric Combination Oven: $1,100/oven ENERGY STAR® Convection Oven: $170/oven ENERGY STAR® Hot Food Holding Cabinet: $320/cabinet ENERGY STAR® Electric Griddle: $130/griddle ENERGY STAR® Electric Vat Fryer: $200/fryer Heat Pump Water Heater: $250/heater Electric Water Heater Timer: $20/timer High Efficiency Pre-Rinse Spray Valve: $28/spray valve Reach-In Cooler Controls: $40/cooler Beverage Machine Controls: $100/machine Snack Machine Controls: $40/machine ENERGY STAR® Refurbished Vending Machine: $50/machine Efficient Air-Cooled Ice Makers: $100 - $200/ice maker ENERGY STAR® Commercial Clothes Washers: $20 - $50/washer Industrial Systems Barrel Wraps for Injection Molders and Extruders: $40/sq. ft. AC Drive Conversion: $40/HP Fiber Laser Cutting Machines: $3,000/output kW Electric Injection Molding Machine: $75/ton Hybrid Injection Molding Machine: $75/ton Network Combing Line and Trunk Equipment Removal: $375/piece Indoor Grow Lights: $1.00/watt reduced Agriculture Fan Thermostat Controller: $100/HP DX Tune‐up Air Conditioning Tuneup: $15-$25/ton Notched V‐belt: $10/HP Packaged RTU Advanced Controls: $100/ton Packaged RTU Sealing: $10/ton Thermostats: $150/thermostat Compressed Air High-efficiency air nozzles: $20 per nozzle Low pressure drop filter: $3.50 per connected HP No-loss condensate drains: $100 per drain Refrigerated dryers: $1 - $3 per rated CFM Heat of compression desiccant compressed air dryer: $4 per CFM Heated blower purge desiccant compressed air dryer: $4 per CFM Variable displacement screw air compressor: $30 per HP Compressed air pressure flow controller: $10 per HP VSD on air compressor ≤ 200 HP: $75 per HP Air compressor(s) with integrated VSD ≤ 200 HP: $200 per HP Added compressor storage on load/no load systems: $1.50 per gallon Commercial Appliances Commercial clothes washers: $20 - $50 per washer Refurbished vending machine: $50 per machine Beverage machine controls: $100 per machine Electric water heater timer: $20 per timer Heat pump water heater (electric only): $250 per heater Reach-in (novelty) cooler controls: $40 per cooler Miscellaneous Energy Assessment Price Quote and Instant Incentives Installation Services Instant Discounts New Construction incentives ComEd offers many other custom incentives for businesses. Explore the Fact Sheets Page for more info.
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.comed.com/WaystoSave/ForYourHome/Pages/RebatesDiscounts.aspx
Applicable Sectors : Residential, Multifamily Residential
Incentive Amount : Appliances Air Purifier: $50 Clothes Washer: $40 Dehumidifier: $45 Electric Clothes Dryer: $40 Heat Pump Clothes Dryer: $200 Induction Cooktops: $100 Refrigerator: $50 Water Dispenser: $25 Heating & Cooling * Discounts provided by eligible distributors Air Source Heat Pump: $100 discount Central A/C: $125 - $225 discount Ductless Mini-Split Heat Pump: Up to $1,350 discount Air Source Heat Pump Tune Up: $100 discount Central Air Conditioning Tune Up: $35 discount Smart Thermostat: $100 discount Geothermal Heat Pump: Up to $9,000 discount per home Geothermal (ground source) Heat Pump Indoor Unit Replacement: $1,275 - $1,800 discount Duct Sealing: $250 discount * Note: For residential geothermal heat pump installations, contact a contractor enrolled in the ComEd EESP network. Lighting Discounts Available lighting incentives Home Products Discounts Select Advanced Power Strips: Up to $12 Select Weatherization Products: Up to $2 Select Low Flow Shower Heads: $8 Water Dispenser (hot/cold combination): $25 Room Air Conditioner: $50
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.comed.com/WaysToSave/ForYourBusiness/Pages/LightingDiscounts.aspx
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Federal Government
Incentive Amount : SCREW-IN / PIN-BASE / OTHER PRODUCTS Decorative lamps >310 lumens: $6 / Lamp Screw-in HID LED - mogul base ≤ 100 watts: $25 / Lamp Screw-in HID LED - mogul base < 100 watts: $55 / Lamp Screw-in HID LED - medium base: $25 / Lamp 4 Pin-base LED: $10 / Lamp 4 Pin-base LED (G24q/GX24q < 18W): $10 / Lamp 2 Pin-base LED: $10 / Lamp DLC Listed Fixtures DLC listed fixtures 0 - 80 watts: $20 / Fixture DLC listed fixtures <80 - 200 watts: $50 / Fixture DLC listed fixtures <200 - 300 watts: $100 / Fixture DLC listed fixtures <300 - 500 watts: $300 / Fixture LINEAR PRODUCTS T8 TLED - 2ft, 4ft, u-bend: $4 / Lamp T5 TLED - 2ft, 4ft, u-bend: $4 / Lamp T5-HO TLED: $4/Lamp TLED all others: $4/Lamp TLED signage: $5/Lamp EXIT SIGNS Retrofit hard-wired LED exit sign kits < 5W: $20/Kit Retrofit screw-based LED exit sign lamps < 5W: $5/Lamp LED, T-1 or Electroluminescent < 5W: $5/Sign
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.cwlp.com/ServicesHome/ServicesInformation/AllRebates.aspx
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount : Air Source and Geothermal Heat Pumps Air-Source Heat Pumps: $200/ton Geothermal Heat Pump: $300/ton (existing), $800/ton (new construction) Water Programs Rain Barrel: $25 High Efficiency Toilet: $50 Water Heater: $200/unit Heat Pump Water Heater: $400/unit Showerhead Exchange Bring your old showerhead to the address below with a copy of your CWLP bill and receive a new WaterSense showerhead. Limit of 2 shower heads per account CWLP Energy Services Office 1008 E. Miller Street Springfield, IL 62702 Office Hours Monday-Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm Closed Saturday and Sunday Helping Homes Program assists low-income electric customers reduce energy costs, see Website for details
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.cwlp.com/ServicesHome/ServicesInformation/AllRebates.aspx
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Nonprofit, Federal Government
Incentive Amount : Air Source and Geothermal Heat Pumps Air-Source Heat Pumps: $200/ton Geothermal Heat Pump: $300/ton (existing), $800/ton (new construction) City Lights Program Rebates are limited to 35% of project costs (including outside labor) and $10,000 per year. Water Programs Water Heater: $200, Hybrid: $400 Rain Barrel: $25 High Efficiency Toilet: $50
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://amerenillinoissavings.com/instant-incentives/
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Federal Government
Incentive Amount : Lighting Varies by type installed, see Lighting Guide for more details. Non-Lighting Smart Thermostat: Up to $100 Ducted Air Source Heat Pump (less than 65 kBtu): $250 - $750 Central Air Conditioner (less than 65 kBtu): Up to $400 Heat Pump Water Heater: Up to $1,300 Ductless Mini-Split Heat Pump: Up to $1,000 Gas Furnace: Up to $250 AX Section Notched V-belt: Up to $10 BX Section Notched V-belt: Up to $15 Ducted Air Source Heat Pump (65 - 134.9 kBtu): Up to $750 Central Air Conditioner (65 - 134.9 kBtu): Up to $700 Central Air Conditioner (135 - 759.9 kBtu): Up to $1,000 Central Air Conditioner (≥760 kBtu): Up to $2,300
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://amerenillinoissavings.com/business/find-incentives-on-energy-efficient-equipment/
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Nonprofit, Federal Government, Agricultural
Incentive Amount : Applications and Forms See website for details
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://amerenillinoissavings.com/residential/energy-efficient-product-incentives/
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount : Smart Thermostat: $125 Heat Pump Water Heater: Up to $1,300 Discount Clothes Washer: $50 Electric Dryer: $50 Refrigerator: $50 Freezer: $50 Room Air Conditioner: $25 In-Ground Pool Pump: $275 Lighting: Incentives vary, find a retailer Advanced Power Strips: Incentives vary, find a retailer Air Source Heat Pump: See website for details. Central Air Conditioner: Up to $400 discount Air Purifier: $50 Dehumidifier: $50 Vent Fan: $25 Water Cooler: $25 Gas Water Heater: $50 Gas Furnace: Up to $250 Discount
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://amerenillinoissavings.com/multifamily/improve-property-efficiency/
Applicable Sectors : Residential, Multifamily Residential
Incentive Amount : Common Area Measures LEDs: Free WaterSense Shower Heads: Free WaterSense Aerators: Free Advanced Power Strips: Free, 1 per unit Smart Thermostats: Free Major Measures Air/Duct Sealing: $.60 per cfm Attic Insulation: $1.00 sq. ft. Custom Projects: Contact utility for rebate amounts Appliances and HVAC Refrigerators: Up to $50 per unit Washers: Up to $50 per unit Dryers: Up to $50 per unit Ductless Heat Pumps and Heat Pump Water Heaters Several types of incentives available based upon Program criteria and availability: Ductless Heat Pumps: $5000-$7500 per unit Heat Pump Water Heaters: Up to $300 per unit
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.nicorgas.com/residential/ways-to-save/rebates.html.html
Applicable Sectors : Residential, Installers/Contractors
Incentive Amount : Rebates For Equipment Smart Thermostat: $25 Furnaces: Up to $225/unit Boilers: $350/unit Combination Boiler/Hot Water Heater: $500 Tankless Water Heater: $150 Rebates For Air Sealing and Insulation Air Sealing: $225 per home Attic Insulation: $200 per home Duct Sealing: $400 per home Wall Insulation: Up to $150 per home
Implementing Sector : Utility
Property Tax Assessment
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://tax.illinois.gov/localgovernments/property/solar-energy-systems.html
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Residential, Federal Government
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
Property Tax Incentive
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://tax.illinois.gov/localgovernments/property/solar-energy-systems.html
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Residential
Incentive Amount : Varies
Implementing Sector : State
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://www.revenue.state.il.us/LocalGovernment/PropertyTax/windenergydevice.pdf
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Investor-Owned Utility, Municipal Utilities, Cooperative Utilities, Agricultural
Incentive Amount : Valuation: $360,000 per MW (annually adjusted for inflation) Depreciation: Up to 70% of the trended real property cost basis
Implementing Sector : State
Green Building Incentive
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/bldgs/provdrs/permits/svcs/green-permits.html
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Nonprofit, Residential, Schools, Multifamily Residential, Institutional
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : Local
Energy Standards for Public Buildings
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : http://www.illinois.gov/dceo/whyillinois/KeyIndustries/Energy/Pages/EnergyEfficiency.aspx
Applicable Sectors : State Government
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : http://www.cookcountyil.gov/capital-planning-and-policy-office-of/energy-initiatives/
Applicable Sectors : Local Government
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : Local
Grant Program
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://idot.illinois.gov/transportation-system/environment/drive-electric.html
Applicable Sectors : Commercial
Incentive Amount : Varies, grants are awarded competitively
Implementing Sector : State
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://epa.illinois.gov/topics/ceja.html
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Federal Government
Incentive Amount : Up to 80% of equipment cost
Implementing Sector : State
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/ilcs/ilcs4.asp?DocName=010500050HArt%2E+29&ActID=1005&ChapterID=17&SeqStart=188000000&SeqEnd=190300000
Applicable Sectors : Schools
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://epa.illinois.gov/topics/air-quality/driving-a-cleaner-illinois.html
Applicable Sectors : Commercial
Incentive Amount : Varies by funding source
Implementing Sector : State
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://dceo.illinois.gov/aboutdceo/grantopportunities/3055-2697.html
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Nonprofit, Schools, Federal Government
Incentive Amount : Awards range from $50,000 to $1 million
Implementing Sector : State
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.illinoiscleanenergy.org/
Applicable Sectors : Local Government, Nonprofit, Schools, State Government, Institutional
Incentive Amount : Varies, typically on a case-by-case basis Solar Thermal: The lessor of $100/sq. ft. and 60% of project costs
Implementing Sector : Non-Profit
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://smartenergy.illinois.edu/rcx/
Applicable Sectors : Local Government, State Government, Federal Government
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://www.somercor.com/sbif/
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Multifamily Residential
Incentive Amount : 30%, 60%, or 90% of the costs, depending on size of the applicant.
Implementing Sector : Local
Interconnection
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : https://www.icc.illinois.gov/downloads/public/edocket/542485.PDF
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Local Government, Nonprofit, Residential, Schools, State Government, Federal Government, Agricultural, Institutional
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Other Incentive
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/ilcs/fulltext.asp?DocName=041501200K35
Applicable Sectors : Commercial
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
Community Solar Rules
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website :
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Investor-Owned Utility
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
Net Metering
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : https://www.icc.illinois.gov/electricity/
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Local Government, Nonprofit, Residential, Schools, State Government, Federal Government, Agricultural, Institutional
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
PACE Financing
Category : Financial Incentive
Website :
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Residential, Agricultural
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
Sales Tax Incentive
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://dceo.illinois.gov/expandrelocate/incentives/highimpactbusinessprogram.html
Applicable Sectors : Commercial
Incentive Amount : 100% exemption of Retailers' Occupation Tax for building materials incorporated into the facility
Implementing Sector : State
Renewables Portfolio Standard
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : http://www.icc.illinois.gov/electricity/
Applicable Sectors : Investor-Owned Utility, Retail Supplier
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
Solar/Wind Access Policy
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : http://www.cityofchicago.org/content/dam/city/depts/zlup/Sustainable_Development/Publications/City_of_Chicago_Solar_Zoning_Policy_Updated.pdf
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Local Government, Residential
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : Local
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website :
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
Solar/Wind Permitting Standards
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : http://www.cityofchicago.org/city/en/progs/env/solar_in_chicago.html
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Local Government, Nonprofit, Residential, Schools, State Government, Federal Government, Installers/Contractors, Agricultural, Multifamily Residential, Institutional
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : Local
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website :
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Local Government, Nonprofit, Residential, Schools, State Government, Federal Government, Agricultural, Institutional
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
Generation Disclosure
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : https://www.icc.illinois.gov/industry-reports/environmental-disclosure
Applicable Sectors : Investor-Owned Utility, Municipal Utilities, Cooperative Utilities
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
Loan Program
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://www.ilenergyloan.com/
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Residential, Federal Government, Multifamily Residential
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : Utility
Building Energy Code
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : https://www.energycodes.gov/status/states/illinois
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Residential
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : http://www.cityofchicago.org/city/en/depts/bldgs/supp_info/chicago-energy-conservation-code.html
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : Local
Public Benefits Fund
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website :
Applicable Sectors : Investor-Owned Utility, Municipal Utilities, Cooperative Utilities, Retail Supplier
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website :
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Investor-Owned Utility, Municipal Utilities, Residential, Cooperative Utilities, Schools, Institutional
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website :
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Investor-Owned Utility, Local Government, Nonprofit, Municipal Utilities, Residential, Cooperative Utilities, Schools, Institutional
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
Green Power Purchasing
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website :
Applicable Sectors : Local Government
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : Local
Bond Program
Category : Financial Incentive
Website :
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Nonprofit, Schools, Institutional
Incentive Amount : Varies by project
Implementing Sector : State
Energy Efficiency Resource Standard
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : http://www.icc.illinois.gov/electricity/default.aspx
Applicable Sectors : Investor-Owned Utility, Retail Supplier
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
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