Welcome to the Illinois Solar Energy Association!
The Illinois Solar Energy Association is a non-profit organization that promotes the widespread application of solar and other forms of renewable energy through education and advocacy. As the Illinois chapter of the American Solar Energy Society, we are the state resource for educational classes, events, renewable energy related policy developments, Illinois news and access to local renewable energy vendors.
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Partner with the ISEA to RE-Power Illinois
ComEd customers can now choose to be powered by 100% Illinois Wind and Solar, SAVE money, and RAISE money for the ISEA! Read the ISEA blog post
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ISEA Board of Directors Election
Thank you for voting.
Please welcome new and returning Directors:
Kelly Jon Andereck, Chet Kolodziej, Ben Harroun,
Matt Tirpak, Glenn Reed
Thank you to Mark Handy, Matt Trager,
and John Caravette for their service.
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UPCOMING EVENT
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UPCOMING PRESENTATION
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UPCOMING EVENT
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Solar Social
Fostering Solar Community
February 18th
11:30 am - 1:30pm
The Great Escape Restaurant, Schiller Park FREE
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Saving Energy through Efficiency and Solar
February 18th
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Chicago Center for Green Technology, Chicago
FREE
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March 13th
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Oak Park
FREE
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ILLINOIS RENEWABLE ENERGY NEWS
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Solar & Wind Projects Funded
IL DCEO has just shared some great news for Illinois solar and wind projects that applied for 2011 funding. Funds were shifted to enable IL DCEO to consider almost all of the $3.6 million in 2011 Solar & Wind Rebates.
The 2012 program will be announced in the fall.
JOBS AVAILABLE
Earth Wind and Solar Energy is hiring
Solar Thermal Installer
Photovoltaic Installer
Wind Turbine Installer
Sales Professional
Administrative Assistant
HERS & BPI Energy Raters
Candidates should have formal training, certifications, strong computer skills, flexible hours, and at least 1 year of experience.
Contact John Caravette at john@earthwindandsolarenergy.com or 847-602-8696
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RE-Power Illinois launches (12/10/11)
Verde Energy and Community Energy, Inc have teamed up to provide ComEd customers a 100% Illinois wind and solar energy option that will save customers money, support the local renewable energy industry, and raise revenue for the ISEA. Read more
RECAP 2012 Price set (12/10/11)
The ISEA has announced that Solar RECs will be priced at $127.50 for the 2012 RECAP. Applications are not being accepted at this time.
RECAP 2012
RECAP is a financial incentive program for IL solar photovoltaic systems 10 kW or smaller.
ISEA MEMBERS receive priority notification and
all applicants must be ISEA members to qualify.
RECAP will open in mid to late 2012 and details will be provided at announcement time.
Click here to learn more about RECAP.
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Help the ISEA Get Illinois Ready for Solar
According to the Solar Barometer* 9 out of 10 Americans think it is important to develop and use solar power. Solar was also selected as the top energy choice. Please sponsor the Illinois Solar Energy Association so we can provide the assistance residents, businesses, and municipalities need to make the switch to solar energy. Your sponsorship will catalyze an amazing shift in our energy supply, and with that, new jobs, healthier people and a cleaner environment.
*2011 SCHOTT Solar Barometer™, a nationally representative survey conducted annually by independent polling firm Kelton Research. Click to visit website of key survey findings.
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