On September 24, 2026, the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) notified stakeholders (via email) that it will hold the final workshop for the development of the Renewable Energy Access Plan (REAP). At the workshop, ICC plans to discuss progress on the remaining requirements prior to the release of the draft REAP report in November 2026. As …
Read the Full ArticleThe Illinois Climate Bank scheduled a webinar to discuss its Community Geothermal Planning and Pilots Program on December 15, 2025. The Climate Bank plans to provide an overview of grant funding opportunities for the Program and address questions from the audience. Interested stakeholders may register here. As discussed in PJM Flash 25-46, on November 6, …
Read the Full ArticleOn December 1, 2025, Illinois Shines announced that the 2025-2026 winter cohort of the Mentorship Program is open for applications. The program provides mentees with virtual courses and training covering the Illinois Shines program’s processes and requirements, while also providing opportunities to network with market stakeholders. Mentees are expected to attend eight 75-minute training courses …
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Read the Full ArticleOn December 3, 2025, at 4:00 pm, the Illinois Power Authority (IPA) will host a webinar on the Elective Pay Mechanism that allows tax-exempt entities to take advantage of federal clean energy tax credits. The webinar will discuss the impact of elective pay on the cost of energy projects more and the ways in which …
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Read the Full ArticleOn November 11, 2025, the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) informed stakeholders by email the next Future of Gas – Phase 2 virtual workshop will be held on December 8 and December 15, 2025, at 8:30 AM CST. As discussed in PJM Flash 25-41, in Phase 2 the ICC aims to examine issues gathered during Phase 1 …
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Read the Full ArticleThe Illinois Power Agency (IPA) has partnered with Griffin & Strong, P.C., to conduct a Racial Disparity and Availability Study to measure the presence and impact of discrimination on minority and women businesses and workers in Illinois’ clean energy economy. On November 19, 2025, at 6:00pm, Griffin & Strong, P.C. will host an informational meeting …
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Read the Full ArticleThe Illinois Shines Consumer Protection Working Group (CPWG) recently scheduled a virtual meeting for November 7, 2025, at 10:00 am, CT. According to the agenda, the CPWG plans to discuss interactions between community solar subscriptions and utility budget billing, and workmanship standards for solar installations. Interested parties may join the meeting here.
Read the Full ArticleThe independent evaluator of the Illinois Solar for All (ILSFA) program ILLUME has scheduled two virtual stakeholder listening sessions to gather input on its planned evaluation research. The sessions will include a brief presentation and open discussion, with feedback used to help shape future evaluations and priorities of the program. Stakeholders unable to attend the …
Read the Full ArticleOn October 21, 2025, the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) announced the deadline for legislative proposals relating to the Future of Gas Phase 2C proceedings. As discussed in PJM Flash 25-41, in Phase 2 the ICC aims to examine issues gathered during Phase 1 (discussed in PJM Flash 24-32) and to develop a Facilitator Report, addressing …
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Read the Full ArticleOn October 8, 2025, the Illinois Power Agency (IPA) announced is it seeking comments on the benchmark development for the 2025 Fall Indexed REC RFP. As discussed in PJM Flash 25-39, the IPA announced the release of the draft RFP documentation and provisional quantities for the Fall 2025 Indexed REC RFP. If adopted, the IPA will seek to procure, under …
Read the Full ArticleOn October 6, 2025, in Case No.25-0863, the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) scheduled a prehearing on October 20, 2025, at 1:00pm to establish guidelines for the Equitable Energy Upgrade Program. On September 18, the ICC issued an Order establishing the proceeding, pursuant to Public Act 102-662: The Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA) to develop programs …
Read the Full ArticleOn October 8, 2025, the Illinois Power Agency (IPA) announced a bidder information webcast will be held to provide an overview of terms and the bidding processes and rules for the 2025 Fall Indexed REC RFP. As discussed in PJM Flash 25-39, the IPA announced the release of the draft RFP documentation and provisional quantities for the …
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Read the Full ArticleThe Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) has scheduled its fifth virtual Renewable Energy Access Plan (REAP) Workshop on October 7, 2025, from 1:00pm – 2:00pm. The workshop will explore how to leverage regional processes and markets to advance REAP goals. As discussed in PJM Flash 24-24, Pursuant to 220 ILCS 5/8-512, the ICC must create a REAP …
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Read the Full ArticleOn September 29, 2025, the Illinois Power Agency (IPA) circulated a stakeholder email in which it announced a meeting for the Illinois Shines and Illinois Solar for All (ILSFA) Consumer Protection Working Group (CPWG). The CPWG is scheduled to meet October 3, from 10:00-11:00 am, CST. Interested parties may join the meeting via Zoom here. …
Read the Full ArticleThe Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) has scheduled an in-person meeting on Resource Adequacy Policy for October 16, 2025, at 1:00 pm. The meeting will take place in Hearing Room A of the Leland Building, located at 527 East Capitol Avenue, Springfield, IL, 62701. An agenda has not been released.
Read the Full ArticleOn September 17, 2025, the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) circulated an email notice inviting stakeholders to comment on the Future of Gas Phase 2B Working Deliverables, including: As discussed in PJM Flash 25-32, the purpose of Phase 2 is to examine issues gathered during Phase 1 and to develop a Facilitator Report, addressing stakeholder positions …
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Read the Full ArticleOn September 26, 2025, the Illinois Power Authority (IPA) will host a webinar titled “The One Big Beautiful Bill Act—What it Means for Clean Energy, Tax Credits, and the Road Ahead”. Speakers will highlight how Public Law 119-21 – The One Big, Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), changes clean energy tax credits, focusing on the phase-out …
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Read the Full ArticleOn 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 …
Read the Full ArticleThe Illinois Power Agency (IPA) recently issued two announcements relating to the 2025 Indexed REC RFP. The first announcement provided the component values that will be used to adjust the strike price for bids that opt into the one-time Strike Price Adjustment Mechanism. As discussed in PJM Flash 25-23, this price adjustment mechanism is an opt-in, …
Read the Full ArticleIllinois 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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Read the Full ArticleOn July 17, 2025, the Illinois Power Agency announced Forecast Factors that can be used for a one-time Strike Price Adjustment Mechanism as part of the 2025 Indexed REC RFP. As discussed in PJM Flash 25-23, this price adjustment mechanism is an opt-in, one-time, formula-based adjustment to the REC price, post-contract negotiation, to account for …
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Read the Full ArticleOn July 14, 2025, the Illinois Power Agency (IPA) announced the Part 2 Window for the 2025 Indexed REC RFP has opened. As discussed in PJM Flash 25-23, the IPA plans to procure up to 5,243,684 RECs from wind projects over 5 MW and hydropower projects, 666,666 RECs from solar projects over 5 MW, and 222,000 …
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Read the Full ArticleOn July 14, 2025, the Illinois Power Agency (IPA) announced it will host a bidder informational webcast for the Fall 2025 Block Energy and Capacity (BEC) RFP. As discussed in PJM Flash 25-27, the Fall 2025 BEC RFP includes the procurement of (i) monthly on-peak and off-peak standard block forward products for Ameren Illinois (Ameren) and …
Read the Full ArticleIllinois 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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Read the Full ArticleIllinois 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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