Resources

The following resources are my personal choice. There are several others that are not included in this list for various reasons.

 

Publications

Organizations

Resources in Illinois

  • Environmental Law and Policy Center
  • http://www.chicagosolarpartnership.com
  • Million Solar Roof Initiative: Department of Energy
         Local contact: Juli Politt, 312-886-8571

    Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
    USEPA Region 5
    77 West Jackson Blvd.
    Chicago, IL 60604
    312-353-5791

    State Tax Incentives
    Special Assessments for Renewable Energy Systems Property Tax Incentive
    Solar equipment is valued at no more than conventional energy systems for property tax purposes.
    Available to: commercial, industrial, and residential
    Eligible Technology: photovoltaics, solar thermal
    For additional information contact to: David Loos, Illinois Dept. of Commerce and Community Affairs, Bureau of Energy and Recycling, 325 W. Adams, Rm. 300, Springfield, IL 62704, 217-785-3969.

Incentives in Illinois

Grants

Renewable Energy Resources Program Rebates (Public Act 90-561, Art.6)
Rebates up to $5,000 for customers of IOUs, municipal utilities, or electric co-ops that impose a renewable Energy Resources and Coal Technology Development Assistance Charge.
Available to: schools, non-profits, and individuals
Eligible Technology: photovoltaics, solar thermal
Additional information: Bureau of Energy and Recycling, Alternative Energy Development Section, Illinois Department of Commerce and Community Affairs, 325 W. Adams, Room 300, Springfield, IL 62704.

Workshops and Courses

Manufacturers

Solar Panels

Solar Trackers

Inverters

Batteries

Meters

Windgenerators

Microhydro Power

 
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