Program Updates
- Vendor Updates
IDOL Small Contractor Clean Energy Prevailing Wage Training
To help small contractors understand the requirements outlined in the Prevailing Wage Act (PA 102-662) the Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) is holding a webinar on Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. CPT and on Monday, April 21, 2025 at 2:30 p.m. CPT. The topics will include where to
- Vendor Updates
Upcoming Minimum Equity Standard (MES) Compliance Webinar – April 15, 2025
To advance the objective to help historically underserved communities participate in and benefit from the growing clean energy economy in Illinois, the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act directed the Agency to establish an Equity Accountability System (EAS). A feature of the EAS is the Minimum Equity Standard (“MES”), applicable to
- Vendor Updates
MES Compliance Webinar, Feedback Request on Enhancements to EEC Certification, Latest State of the Program Communication
The IPA announces new information related to the Illinois Shines program. This announcement includes: Coming Up in Illinois Shines, Stakeholder Support, Program News, Ongoing Operations Updates, Application Processing Updates, Ongoing Program Portal Updates, and other Requirements and Reminders. The full announcement is available here. Topics covered include the following: Coming
- Vendor Updates
Illinois Shines Releases Latest State of the Program Communication
Illinois Shines today releases its latest State of the Program communication, reflecting Program Year 2024-25 updates. The communication details key areas of Program progress, implemented solutions, current initiatives, forums to solicit and address stakeholder needs and requests, and an updated Program vision and stakeholder commitments from the Program Administrator. The
- Vendor Updates
Homeowner Handout Series Launches, REC Contract Amendments Due May 26, March Illinois Shines Data Report
The IPA announces new information related to the Illinois Shines program. This announcement includes: Coming Up in Illinois Shines, Stakeholder Support, Program News, Ongoing Operations Updates, Application Processing Updates, Ongoing Program Portal Updates, and other Requirements and Reminders. The full announcement is available here. Topics covered include the following: Coming
- Consumer Updates, Vendor Updates
Homeowner Handout Series: Helping Consumers Go Solar with Confidence
The Illinois Power Agency prioritizes educating consumers about the decision to go solar and providing resources to increase their knowledge and help protect them against predatory and problematic vendor practices, including misleading marketing, contract confusion, and financial risks. Illinois Shines today launches the Homeowner Handout Series, part of an expanding
