BPU to hold Jan. 9 stakeholder meeting on Dual-Use Solar Energy Pilot Program

On December 26, 2025, in Docket No. QO23090679, the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (BPU) Staff issued a Notice announcing that it will hold a stakeholder meeting on January 9, 2026, at 1:00 pm ET to “present information on the application portal and submission requirements” for the Dual-Use Solar Pilot Program. There will also …

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Renewable Advocates file Petition seeking to reopen and expand 2024 Long-Term Renewable Resources Procurement Plan in response to federal policies; ICC reopens LTRRPP

On August 14, 2025, in Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) Docket No. 23-0714, several renewable advocacy groups filed an Emergency Petition seeking to reopen the proceeding approving the 2024 Long Term Renewable Resources Procurement Plan (LTRRPP). The advocacy groups included Solar Energy Industries Association, the Coalition for Community Solar Access, the Illinois Solar Energy Association, and …

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ILSFA workshop for homeowners to be held August 2

Illinois Solar for All (ILSFA) has scheduled a workshop on August 2, 2025, at 10:00 am CT, to discuss (i) residential eligibility for ILSFA, (ii) testimonials from previous participants, and (iii) free and paid job training opportunities. The workshop is an ILSFA Grassroots Education event, and will take place at SOUL, 14076 Lincoln Avenue, Dolton, …

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ILSFA and Far South CDC to hold webinar on solar resources for homeowners Jul. 24

Illinois Solar for All (ILSFA) will hold a webinar on solar resources for homeowners in partnership with Far South Community Development Corporation (Far South CDC) on July 24, 2025, at 6:00 pm CT. The webinar will cover resources to lower costs and improve efficiency for homeowners, including property tax exemptions, solar power programs, and weatherization …

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Garfield Park Community Council hosting public information session on benefits of solar

Illinois Solar for All recently announced the Garfield Park Community Council will hold a public informational meeting on the benefits of installing solar. The meeting will discuss the process and financing options for installing solar, as well as the Illinois home energy savings program, available to both renters and homeowners. The meeting is being held …

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BPU announces July 11 stakeholder meeting and invites public comment on three-year review of ADI program

On June 30, 2025,  in Docket QO20020184, the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (BPU) issued a Notice announcing a stakeholder meeting scheduled for Friday, July 11, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 pm via Zoom. The purpose of this meeting is to solicit public input as part of the BPU’s three-year review of the …

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North Carolina Solar for All Community Advisory Board to meet June 24

On June 18, 2025, the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality announced the North Carolina Solar for All Community Advisory Board will hold a meeting on June 20, 2025, at 12:00 pm. The Solar for All Community Advisory Board provides the input on program design including the following:  The agenda for the meeting is provided …

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IPA to host 2026 Long-Term Renewable Resources Procurement Plan stakeholder workshop on June 23

On June 10, 2025, the Illinois Power Agency (IPA) announced that it will hold a third virtual workshop to gather stakeholder feedback for the IPA’s 2026 Long-Term Renewable Resources Procurement Plan on June 23 at 10 am. The IPA plans to focus discussion on the (i) RPS budget, (ii) REC portfolio, and (iii) the IPA’s …

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ILSFA releases updated income eligibility requirements; residential sub-program application window set for June 16-July 1

The Illinois Solar for All (ILSFA) Program Administrator announced that it plans to open the Residential Sub-Program project submission window on June 16, 2025, at 9:00 am, CT, and  close the application window on July 1, 2025, at 5:00 pm, CT. According to the announcement, the ILSFA budget is still being finalized and will be …

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BPU to host virtual stakeholder meeting on CSI program targets on June 12

As last discussed in PJM Flash 25-18, on April 23, 2025, in Docket No. QO21101186, the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (BPU) issued an Order establishing dates, price caps, and rules for the third solicitation of the Competitive Solar Incentive (CSI) Program, a competitive procurement program that issues solar RECs for electricity produced by selected facilities. On June 2, …

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ILSFA proposes to extend Home Repairs and Upgrades pilot initiative; comments on proposed changes due May 19

On May 12, 2025, the Illinois Solar for All (ILSFA) Program circulated a stakeholder email in which it announced plans to extend the Home Repairs and Upgrades pilot initiative for a third program year. Through this initiative, ILSFA offers funding to qualifying owners of residential properties which require roof or electrical repairs for solar readiness. …

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House Economic Matters to meet Feb. 20, Feb. 21, and Feb. 28 to consider several energy bills

The Maryland House of Representatives Economic Matters Committee (EMC) scheduled hearings on February 20, February 21, and February 28, 2025, at 1:00 pm in Room 230 of the House Office Building to consider several renewable energy-related bills. We provide a list of said bills along with the synopsis provided by the General Assembly. The EMC …

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