Small DG Category Changes, EEC Subcategory Merging, Clean Jobs Curriculum Framework Feedback Request

The IPA announces new information related to the Illinois Shines program. This announcement includes: Coming Up in Illinois Shines, Stakeholder Support, Program News, and Reference and Reminders. The full announcement is available here. Topics include the following:

Coming up in Illinois Shines

  • Key Dates
  • Deadlines

Stakeholder Support

  • Program Administrator Office Hours
  • Application Tips and Tricks

Program News

  • New! Small DG Category Changes
  • New! EEC Subcategory Merging Complete
  • New! Updated Circumstances Requiring New Disclosure Form Issuance and Signature Resource
  • Updated! Draft 2026 REC Delivery Contracts Public Comments Posted
  • New! New to the Program Website
  • CDCS 45-Day Application Window Random Selection Event Held
  • Part II Verification Cut Off for May
  • May REC Invoicing Open
  • Annual Report Process Launch
  • Update on Small DG Part I Verification Deadlines, Processing Queue, and ICC Trade Dates
  • Updated Program Documents for Program Year 2026-27 Released
  • Updates to Illinois Shines Portal’s Disclosure Form API
  • Welcome to Program Year 2026-27 Webinar

Reference and Reminders

  • Re-Batching for ICC Meetings
  • Portal Maintenance and Releases
  • Application Processing Tables and Updates
  • Reminder: Phishing Attempts

Other Opportunities

  • New! Request for Feedback on the Clean Jobs Curriculum Framework
  • New! Revolution Workshop Chicago Contractor Open House
  • East St. Louis Ameren MDI Solar Job Fair

Thank you!
Illinois Shines Program
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