efficiency
Utility efficiency programs offer model to merge climate, racial justice solutions
Many states require utilities to help low-income customers conserve energy despite higher costs and barriers.
Illinois Solar for All
Chicago’s South Side sees first free solar installations under state equity program
The Illinois Solar for All program was slow to start in part because of its complexity and consumer safeguards.
offshore wind
An innovative anchor that could help floating offshore wind take hold
The concrete anchors borrow a resilient pattern found in the shells of arthropods such as shrimp, crabs and lobsters.
Illinois
Illinois solar advocates make Hail Mary effort on legislature’s final day
Solar backers are hoping lawmakers will offer more flexibility on how soon Future Energy Jobs Act funds need to be spent.
wind
Wind energy increasing in Illinois and Indiana, despite challenges
Only two states added more wind capacity than Illinois in 2019, while Indiana saw growth despite a lack of incentives.